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ENVIRONMENT - July 2023

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Feb 21, 2025

Bengal Leads India in Bird Count for Third Consecutive Year

The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is one of the largest global birding events, where birdwatchers from around the world participate in counting species. This year (2025), Bengal once again led the country in bird species recorded, marking its third consecutive victory in the event. Conducted in February 2025, the exercise saw birdwatchers across India document 1,068 species. Bengal topped the list with 543 species observed, a testament to the state's rich bird diversity and active bird watching community.
The GBBC 2025 saw fewer participants than the previous year, primarily due to timing conflicts with exams. Despite this, Bengal continued to shine in both species diversity and the number of birdwatchers contributing to the event.

Feb 20, 2025

Uttarakhand Officer Leverages Technology to Prevent Forest Fires

In an effort to combat increasing forest fires, an Indian Forest Service (IFoS) officer from Uttarakhand, Vaibhav Singh, developed an advanced Forest Fire App. Inspired by technologies used in Canada, Australia, and South Africa, this innovative tool significantly enhances fire detection, response efficiency, and real-time tracking of fire fighting teams. The Uttarakhand Forest Department has adopted this app, integrating 7,000 forest staff and planning further expansion.

Feb 17, 2025

India's Extreme Weather Crisis: Rising Deaths & Economic Losses

India is witnessing a sharp rise in extreme weather events, with devastating consequences for human life and the economy. A recent report highlights that the country accounts for 10% of global deaths due to extreme weather, making it one of the worst-hit nations.
From 1993 to 2022, India recorded over 400 extreme weather events, leading to nearly 80,000 deaths and an estimated economic loss of $180 billion. The frequency of these disasters is increasing, raising serious concerns about the country's preparedness and response.

Feb 16, 2025

Haryana Govt. Approves Nilgai Culling in Haryana

The Haryana government introduced new Wildlife (Protection) Rules allowing the shooting of male Nilgais, also known as blue bulls. This decision aims to address the growing human-wildlife conflict, particularly the damage Nilgais cause to agriculture. However, it has sparked protests from environmentalists and local communities, particularly the Bishnoi community, who consider Nilgais sacred. Critics argue that culling is neither ethical nor a sustainable solution to the issue.

Feb 15, 2025

Cyclone Zelia Makes Landfall on Australia's West Coast, Hits Iron Ore Hub

Tropical Cyclone Zelia made landfall on Australia's west coast, lashing the world's largest iron ore hub with heavy rain and wind gusts up to 290 kph (180 mph).
The eye of the category five storm, the highest rating on the scale, crossed the coast east of Port Hedlan), sparing the town's population centre from the cyclone's most destructive winds.
Cyclone Zelia is the most severe storm to hit the Pilbara coast since Cyclone Ilsa in April 2023.

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