Biodiversity

India, which hosts one of the biggest populations of Asian elephants globally, has seen a tragic loss of 1,381 elephants from 2009 to 2023 due to unnatural reasons such as electrocution and poisoning.

A new study shows that India’s plan to connect its rivers could lead to the spread of invasive fish species. This could harm the habitats of endangered fish and pose threats to the environment, economy, and livelihoods.

Recent research suggests that human activities have led to the extinction of approximately 1,430 bird species, more than double the number previously estimated.

The report, released today, underscores the observable effects of climate change, including shifts in species’ ranges towards the poles, alterations in migration patterns, and a decline in breeding success and survival rates.

Wildfires pose a significant threat to both the environment and communities, causing widespread destruction and pollution. Effective forecasting and management of these natural disasters are crucial for minimizing their impact

Research highlights the challenges faced by migratory birds in urban environments, including deadly building collisions, habitat loss, food scarcity, and increased threats from humans and predators like cats.

A recent study has delved into the issue of hemorrhagic disease (HD) in Asian elephants, focusing on the rise of the condition and the prevalence of a specific strain of elephant endotheliotropic herpesvirus (EEHV) responsible for the disease.

The winter session of the Parliament begin on Monday, amidst the chaos, Lok Sabha continued with its proceedings, including a crucial response from Union Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav on Bengaluru's lakes.

A recent study led by Don Baker from McGill University suggests that climate change and massive volcanic eruptions in the Deccan Traps of India may have been significant contributors to the demise of the dinosaurs.

Sunflowers are known for their unique behavior of tracking the Sun across the sky, a phenomenon that has intrigued scientists for years. A recent study conducted by plant biologists at the University of California at Davis, published in PLOS Biology