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Kashmir grapples with a severe water crisis and agricultural challenges due to a prolonged dry spell and heatwave. The situation prompts public protests and a reevaluation of water management and farming practices amid escalating climate change impacts.

बीते सप्ताह, मध्यप्रदेश के नर्मदापुरम जिले में स्थित सेठानी घाट पर एक मगरमच्छ देखा गया, जिससे स्थानीय प्रशासन में हड़कंप मच गया। प्रशासन ने घाट पर सुरक्षा बढ़ाते हुए कई महत्वपूर्ण कदम उठाए हैं। आइये जानते है क्या है ये पूरा मामला।  

जून 2024 में वागधारा ने बीज उत्सव का आयोजन किया। बीज-रक्षा सभाओं का उद्देश्य बीज-रक्षा के महत्व को रेखांकित करना और दुर्लभ होती जा रही प्रजातियों के महत्व के प्रति जागरूकता लाना था।

The monsoon in Himachal Pradesh has led to significant loss of life and property, with 93 deaths and extensive infrastructural damage. IMD has issued multiple alerts as heavy rains continue to threaten the region with further adversities.

The government’s ₹1.52 lakh crore budget for agriculture in FY25 boosts climate-resilient crops, natural farming, and improved supply chains. Despite a 21.6% increase, no new MSP announcements were made.

Union Budget 2024-2025 allocates ₹3,330.37 crore to the Ministry of Environment. Key highlights include a climate finance taxonomy, expanded solar exemptions, nuclear energy collaboration, and new policies for pumped storage and emission reductions.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her seventh Budget today on July 23 for fiscal 2024-25, surpassing Morarji Desai's record. This first budget by re-elected BJP-led NDA govt will highlight crucial environmental allocations and initiatives

The 2024-25 Union Budget, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, will prioritize renewable energy, electric vehicles, and pollution control, continuing the trend of increasing environmental allocations since 2021 to address pressing challenges

India has lost 30% of its wetlands in 30 years due to urbanization, pollution, & agriculture. Urban areas like Chennai and Mumbai saw massive declines. Wetlands support biodiversity & ecosystem services, prompting calls for stronger conservation efforts.

Kashmir's wetlands, vital for wildlife and flood control, are shrinking due to urbanization and pollution. Hokersar, a key site for migratory birds, faces severe habitat loss. Efforts are underway to reclaim and protect these critical ecosystems.