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Aug 2023

Nov 16, 2023

Dominica to Create World's First Sperm Whale Reserve

Dominica is set to create the world's first sperm whale reserve, designating a swath of ocean where large ships and commercial fishing are restricted and visitors can swim alongside the gentle marine giants.
The Caribbean nation hoped the new protected zone of 300 square miles (nearly 800 square kilometres) off its western coast, roughly the size of the island itself, would boost valuable tourism revenue but also help sequester more carbon in the deep sea, an often overlooked benefit of whale conservation.
Sperm whales are the largest toothed predators on Earth, living in matrilineal societies with distinct cultures and dialects.

Nov 15, 2023

Unprecedented Seismic Activity in Iceland Sparks Concerns

Iceland is on high alert as a seismic swarm, marked by 800 earthquakes in 14 hours, raises concerns of an imminent volcanic eruption in the Reykjanes peninsula. The Iceland Met Office has issued a stark warning of a "considerable" likelihood of a volcanic eruption in the coming days, following a series of seismic events that have rattled the country.
This seismic activity has prompted the declaration of a state of emergency in Iceland. On November 10, Iceland experienced an extraordinary swarm of earthquakes, with a staggering 800 quakes hitting the southwestern Reykjanes peninsula in less than 14 hours.
Over the preceding 24 hours, a total of 1,400 earthquakes were recorded, adding to the already alarming tally of 24,000 seismic events since late October. The most potent quake, measuring 5.2 in magnitude, struck approximately 40 km from Reykjavík, the capital of Iceland.

New Zealand launches interactive map for biodiversity restoration

New Zealand launched a new interactive map to restore a minimum of 15 percent local biodiversity within every catchment in the next nearly 100 years.
Aim: To provides a tool for those seeking to make strategically significant investment decisions on biodiversity redress
The interactive map from Eco-index includes information on the type of habitat that existed there historically and targets for restoring 15 percent of biodiversity in each area.

Nov 08, 2023

Adani Green Energy Surpasses 8.4 GW Capacity Mark, Leading India's Renewable Energy Sector

Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) achieved a significant milestone by becoming the largest renewable energy company in India, reaching an installed capacity of 8.4 gigawatts (GW) last week. This remarkable achievement is attributed to the commissioning of a 0.15 GW solar power park in Rajasthan, further solidifying AGEL's position in the market. AGEL stands out as a leader in India's renewable energy landscape, boasting a 5 GW capacity in the solar segment alone, which is the largest in the country.

Nov 03, 2023

PM To Inaugurate World Food India 2023 Mega Food Event

Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugrate World Food India 2023, a celebration of India's culinary heritage and its global food potential.
This second edition unites culture, cuisine, and commerce, providing a platform for discussions, partnerships, and agri-food sector investments. The event will commence in Bharat Mandapam at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will do the honors.

Oct 31, 2023

Uttarakhand Government Establishes Rajaji Tiger Reserve Conservation Foundation

The Uttarakhand government announced the establishment of the Rajaji Tiger Reserve Conservation Foundation with the aim of promoting ecological, economic, social, and cultural development in and around the Rajaji Tiger Reserve. This decision was made during a state Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
The foundation will promote eco-tourism in the area, allowing local communities to benefit economically from tourism activities while preserving the natural beauty of the reserve.

IIT Madras, Tel Aviv University Develop Effective Aerogel-adsorbents

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Tel Aviv University, Israel, developed an aerogel adsorbent that can remove trace pollutants from wastewater.
This graphene-modified silica aerogel removes over 76 per cent of trace pollutants (PPM level) in continuous flow conditions, offering a sustainable path for large-scale water purification. The research team is dedicated to enhancing these results for large-scale applications.
The research was led by Rajnish Kumar from IIT Madras and included Subhash Kumar Sharma and P. Ranjani, Research Scholars, Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Madras and Hadas Mamane, School of Mechanical Engineering, Tel Aviv University, Israel.

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