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ENVIRONMENT - August 2019

Aug 2019

Sep 29, 2024

Bihar Government Approves Culling of Nilgai and Wild Boars (27)

Bihar government decided to get rid of the menace of Nilgai (Blue bulls) and wild boars by giving permission to cull them. The farmers of the state are troubled most by the terror of Nilgai and wild boars damaging their crops at large scale.
Forest, Environment and Climate Change Department Minister Prem Kumar said that the drive to cull them would start in five districts namely, East Champaran, Vaishali, Buxar, Siwan, and Samastipur. The decision was taken after meeting with the concerned officials of the department.
The Minister highlighted that both animals would be killed as per the rules.

Sep 28, 2024

Delhi Government Launches a 21-point Winter Action Plan targeting Air Pollution

The Delhi government launched a 21-point Winter Action Plan targeting air pollution. Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced measures including drone monitoring of pollution hotspots, real-time identification of pollution sources, and an anti-dust campaign set to begin on October 7.
For the first time, drones will be deployed to monitor 13 pollution hotspots identified by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) and the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). This initiative aims to allow real-time identification and action against sources of pollution.
The Winter Action Plan also includes potential emergency measures such as artificial rain and an odd-even vehicle rationing scheme, which may be implemented during periods of extreme pollution. Rai stated that an advisory would be issued to encourage voluntary vehicle restrictions and that efforts would be made to tackle various pollution sources, including vehicular emissions, industrial emissions, and open waste burning.
The plan emphasises public participation, with campaigns such as an e-vehicle parade and an anti-pollution march to mobilise community involvement. However, experts caution that the plan's success hinges on effective enforcement.

Sep 26, 2024

Scientists Discover New Species of Rare Ghost Shark in New Zealand Waters

Scientists discovered a new species of ghost shark in the waters of New Zealand. The fish is rare and extremely hard to spot as it lives in the deep Pacific Ocean.
When it was first discovered the scientists from the National Institute for Water and Atmospherics (NIWA), New Zealand thought it to be an existing species. However, upon further examination, it was revealed that the species was new and genetically unique.
The new species, Australasian Narrow-Nosed spookfish, only resides in New Zealand and Australian waters.

Sep 25, 2024

Assam Records 86% Drop in Rhino Poaching Since 2016

Kaziranga National Park in Assam achieved a remarkable 86% reduction in rhino poaching since 2016. This success was highlighted by Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during World Rhino Day, showing that ongoing efforts to protect the one-horned rhinoceros are paying off.
Between 2000 and 2021, poachers killed 190 rhinos in Assam. The main reason for poaching is the illegal trade of rhino horns, which are highly valued in traditional medicine and as status symbols in some parts of the world. Protecting the one-horned rhino is not just about saving an animal—it's essential for preserving Assam's biodiversity.

Sep 24, 2024

India Unveils First CO2-To-Methanol Pilot Plant

The foundation stone for India's first of its kind CO2-to-Methanol pilot plant with an overall capacity of 1.4 Tons Per Day (TPD) was unveiled virtually by Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, at Thermax Limited premises in Pune, Maharashtra.
The aim behind this is to demonstrate CO2 capture and utilisation (CCU) technologies, playing a crucial role in India's journey towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions.
The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) and Thermax Ltd. will collaborate to develop the CCU technology. The plant with an overall capacity of 1.4 Tons Per Day (TPD) has been designed considering CO2 emissions from a diverse range of sources, including power plants, cement and steel plants, fertiliser plants, and refineries.
A team of faculty members from the Department of Chemical Engineering at IIT Delhi will carry out the project-aligned R&D work, complementing the pilot plant activities and engaging in R&D for future developments.
The project is anticipated to serve as a design template for many industrial applications, building capacity and preparing indigenous manufacturers to meet future demands for catalysts, absorbents, solvents, and other technology solutions at a commercial scale.

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