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ENVIRONMENT - October 2021

Oct 2021

Oct 27, 2025

India Hosts 8th International Solar Alliance Assembly

India is hosting the 8th Session of the International Solar Alliance Assembly from October 27 to 30 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The event brings the global community together to deepen cooperation and accelerate solar adoption for a brighter and sustainable future. Minister of New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said that the member countries will review progress, address challenges, and align actions toward one vision – affordable solar energy for all.
The International Solar Alliance is an international organisation with 124 Member and Signatory countries. It works with governments to improve energy access and security worldwide and promote solar power as a sustainable transition to a carbon-neutral future.
The theme for the 8^th International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly in 2025 is 'One Sun, One World, One Grid'.

Oct 24, 2025

Chennai Becomes First City to Launch Real-Time Flood Forecasting System

In a step toward strengthening urban disaster management, Chennai became the first Indian city to fully implement a Real-Time Flood Forecasting and Spatial Decision Support System (RTFF & SDSS). Operational since October 2025, this system significantly enhances Chennai's capability to predict, manage, and respond to urban floods, marking a milestone in climate resilience infrastructure. This initiative is particularly significant as Chennai is frequently affected by seasonal monsoon flooding, and accurate forecasting can save lives, minimize damage, and support smarter urban planning.

Oct 23, 2025

SAIME Aquaculture Model from Sundarbans Earns FAO Global Recognition

In an endorsement of India's green innovation, the Sustainable Aquaculture in Mangrove Ecosystems (SAIME) model, developed by the Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS), received Global Technical Recognition from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations. This award places the Sundarbans region on the global map for pioneering a climate-adaptive, conservation-linked aquaculture model that balances ecological preservation with rural livelihoods, particularly through the cultivation of native black tiger shrimp.
The SAIME initiative is a multi-stakeholder partnership (MSP) that transforms shrimp aquaculture in mangrove-rich regions of South Asia. It aims to create an ecosystem-based standard that protects mangroves while enhancing farmer incomes through sustainable shrimp farming.

Oct 22, 2025

India Rises to Ninth Position Globally in Forest Area, Retains Third Spot in Annual Forest Gain

India climbed to the ninth position globally in total forest area, according to the Global Forest Resources Assessment (GFRA) 2025 released by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) in Bali.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced the achievement, noting that India also retained its 3rd position worldwide in annual forest area gain, reaffirming the country's steady progress in sustainable forest management.

Oct 18, 2025

Indian Conservationist Vivek Menon Elected as First Asian Chair of IUCN Species Survival Commission

Indian wildlife conservationist Vivek Menon was elected Chair of the IUCN Species Survival Commission (SSC), becoming the first Asian to hold the position in the commission's 75-year history. The SSC is a global network of over 11,000 volunteer experts dedicated to protecting biodiversity and ensuring species survival.
Menon, co-founder of five key conservation organisations including the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI), is renowned for his lifelong commitment to wildlife conservation, particularly elephants. His work has contributed to the establishment of wildlife reserves and the formulation of conservation policies worldwide.

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