Cuscuta Dodder
Cuscuta, commonly known as dodder or amarbel in India, is a genus of parasitic plants with over 201 species, mostly found in temperate and tropical…
Environment & Ecology
NITI Aayog’s GROW Initiative
The NITI Aayog’s GROW initiative, known as the “Investment Forum for Advancing Climate Resilient Agrifood Systems in India,” is a partnership between NITI Aayog, the…
NITI Aayog Launches Agroforestry Portal and Report
NITI Aayog has launched the “Greening India’s Wastelands with Agroforestry (GROW)” report and portal on February 12, 2024, marking a significant step in India’s agroforestry…
Global Biodiversity Framework Fund
The Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF), launched in August 2023 at the 7th Assembly of the Global Environment Facility in Vancouver, Canada, represents a significant…
Biodiversity-Heritage Site – Gupteswar Forest
Biodiversity Heritage Sites (BHS) are unique ecosystems characterized by their rich biodiversity, including a variety of wild and domesticated species. Under the Biological Diversity Act…
Climate Tipping Points
Climate tipping points refer to critical thresholds in the Earth’s climate system, beyond which significant and potentially irreversible changes occur. Recent news highlights an increased…
Trichoglossum syamviswanathii
Trichoglossum syamviswanathii is a newly discovered fungus species within the Geoglossaceae family, known for its distinctive “hairy earth tongue” appearance. Discovered in February 2024 near…
Nematodes
Nematodes are a diverse group of organisms playing significant roles in ecology and agriculture. They are key bioindicators for monitoring soil health and environmental changes.…
State of the World’s Migratory Species – 2024 Report
The “State of the World’s Migratory Species – 2024 Report” presents a critical and comprehensive assessment of the conservation status and population trends of migratory…
