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Union Minister Bhupender Yadav pushes Global South's conservation voice at
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
During his meeting with Mumba, Yadav discussed India's unprecedented 250 per cent growth in Ramsar Sites under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, from 26 to 75, in just a few years. He highlighted India's model of wetland conservation, which is supported by strong policy back
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Flamingos flock to Rajasthan's Sambhar Salt Lake
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Sambhar Lake, the largest saltwater lake in Rajasthan, is known for salt production but is now also recognised as a habitat and transit point for foreign birds like flamingos.
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Manipur's lake Loktak shines as eco-tourism jewel
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Famous for its distinctive floating phumdis, circular clumps of vegetation and soil the lake provides visitors with an exceptional experience. While boating on its serene waters, tourists can enjoy breathtaking views, refreshing air, and insights into the lively local culture.
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CM Yogi stresses need to preserve Ramsar sites, recognises their potential
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The Centre has recently added four new Ramsar sites in India, taking the total tally to 89. The new sites included two in Tamil Nadu, one in Sikkim and one in Jharkhand. This makes India the country with the largest number of such sites in South Asia.
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Bijnor Mahotsav: Celebrating a Ramsar Site & The Art of Living's Remar
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], November 5: This November, Bijnor district marks a historic milestone - its 200th anniversary - with the grand Bijnor Mahotsav on November 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2024. Bringing together people from across the world with ties to Bijnor, the event will not only cele
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PM Modi expresses happiness over increased number of Ramsar Sites in India
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has expressed his happiness over the increase in number of Ramsar Sites in India. He has further complimented the people of Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh on the addition of the three sites from these two states under the Ramsar Convention.
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PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Union Minister Bhupender Yadav
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on his birthday on Sunday. The Prime Minister said that Yadav was making "admirable" efforts to improve the environmental conditions and boost sustainable development.
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India names two new Wetlands of International Importance on World Environm
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
These "Ramsar Sites" are both man-made reservoirs situated in the Jhajha forest range of Jamui District in Bihar, India. Their catchments feature dry deciduous forests surrounded by hills.
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Mission LiFE Campaign sensitizes masses in Guwahati
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
The Deepor Beel, located around 10 km southwest of Guwahati, spans across 900 ha, and is considered the largest wetland ecosystem in the Brahmaputra River valley.
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Sambhar Festival 2023: NGT asks Chief Secy to examine adverse impact on en
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
Tribunal direction came while hearing a plea stating that the proposed festival will involve activities like kite flying, paragliding, motorcycle expedition, use of loudspeakers etc and such activities will adversely affect migratory birds and the natural habitat of the lake which is a Ramsa
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World Wetlands Day celebrated at all 75 Ramsar sites in India
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
The National Flag was hoisted at the Ramsar Sites. The wetland pledge was administered during these events. Over 50 activities were held with student engagement in which drawing competition, quiz competition, exposure activities, and bird watching were organized, informed the Ministry of Env
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Union Min Bhupender Yadav launches 'Save Wetlands Campaign' for conservati
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav on Saturday launched the 'Save Wetlands Campaign' in the presence of Chief Minister of Goa, Pramod Sawant.
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