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Assam Forms SEIAA and SEAC to Strengthen Environmental Clearance
Assam government establishes State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority and Expert Appraisal Committee to streamline environmental clearance decisions.
Assam signs MoU with IFPRI to boost agricultural resilience
The Assam government and IFPRI signed an MoU to strengthen agricultural transformation, climate resilience and rural livelihoods in the state.
5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Upper Siang, Arunachal Pradesh
A 5.1‑magnitude earthquake struck Upper Siang district in Arunachal Pradesh on Aug 6, causing no reported casualties or damage.
Call for National Policy to Protect Himalayan Springs
In Siliguri, stakeholders urge a national policy to safeguard Himalayan springs, vital for 50 million people’s water, agriculture, and tourism.
GPS Study Reveals Elephant Movements Across Assam
A five‑year GPS tracking study in Assam maps elephant movements, identifies key sanctuaries, and highlights tea plantations as corridors, urging conservation.
Sikkim's Lessons After South Lhonak Disaster
Three years after the South Lhonak glacial lake burst, Sikkim is reassessing its disaster preparedness, expanding monitoring, and questioning future infrastructure.
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ENFOGAL Nature Camp in Ukhrul Boosts Youth Conservation
The ninth ENFOGAL Nature Camp in Ukhrul’s Kasom Phungdhar forest engaged youth in wildlife conservation, pangolin protection, and hands‑on outdoor learning.
Australia's September 2023: Second Hottest on Record Amid El Niño
Australia logged its second hottest September ever, with temperatures 2.7 °C above average, driven by El Niño and climate change, breaking alpine snow records.
Karnataka Drought Devastates Spice Crops: Chilli, Turmeric Hit Hard
A joint survey shows Karnataka’s drought wiped out 12,603 hectares of chilli and 13,446 hectares of turmeric, with Chamarajanagar and Bagalkot toppling losses.
Juvenile Humpback Whale Dies After 11km River Swim
A juvenile humpback whale swam 11 km upstream into the Clarence River, grounded on a sandbar, and died within 30 minutes. Authorities warned of shark activity.
US Rivers Map Identifies Priority Protection Areas
A new study maps U.S. rivers most in need of protection, revealing only 6% in good condition and highlighting priority areas for dam removal and land preservation.
Allahabad HC launches PIL on noise pollution after child’s death
After a 7‑year‑old student died during a noisy procession, Allahabad High Court has filed a suo‑motu PIL to tackle noise pollution and enforce existing laws.
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