The Karnataka government has given Cabinet-rank status to 54 board, corporation, and authority chairpersons. This status is effective immediately and will stay until further notice. Among those recognized are leaders from the Karnataka Cashew Development Corporation, Zoo Authority, and Biodiversity Board, reflecting a policy shift in governance.

The report was agreed upon by researchers and diplomats at thesummit of the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services.

They will share their experiences of practicing natural farming techniques that have restored soil health, reduced input costs, enhanced biodiversity, and strengthened food security in their communities

iNaturewatch Foundation’s Project Butterfly Patrol, implemented across 20 police stations in Navi Mumbai, has been selected for presentation at the 13th World Environmental Education Congress 2026 in Australia. The initiative integrates urban biodiversity, environmental education and wellbeing, showcasing how grassroots conservation efforts can create global impact, organisers said.

Over 150 countries have backed a significant global report highlighting that excessive dependence on GDP is harming nature and biodiversity. , Economy, Times Now

Biodiversity loss is emerging as a systemic risk to the global economy and financial stability, a landmark report said on Monday, urging companies to act now or potentially face extinction themselves.

Biodiversity loss poses a systemic risk to the global economy, according to a new report from the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services. It calls on businesses to address this 'blind spot' to ensure both environmental and economic sustainability. Only a fraction of public companies currently consider biodiversity impacts.

The nations signed off on a major report, three years in the making, that concluded the global economy isn’t adequately pricing in biodiversity risks.

Under the ABS mechanism, companies using biological resources share a portion of their commercial gains with local communities that conserve and nurture these resources.

Ghaziabad: Work on the Ghaziabad biodiversity park is ongoing and will be completed towards the end of this year, officials said. The park is spread o.

NParks has replaced casuarina trees on Coney Island to boost biodiversity and enhance native coastal habitats. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Guwahati: Garbhanga Reserve Forest on the outskirts of Guwahati has yielded a newly identified ant species, highlighting that urban-adjacent forest pa.

Indirect effects on aquatic plants disrupt entire ecosystems, threatening invertebrates and altering species dominance, despite low direct toxicity risks. Escalating chemical use leads to pest resistance, secondary outbreaks and economic ruin, as seen in California (doubled crop losses despite 6x more insecticides) and global cotton disasters. Honeybees (25% to 30% colony losses annually), birds (brown […]

The Mangrove Soldiers, along with the Environment Life Foundation, will conduct their 286th weekly mangrove cleanup drive on Sunday at Sarsole Jetty in Nerul to protect fragile coastal biodiversity and remove plastic waste.

Among the most biodiverse places on the planet, India's forests range from the alpine forests of the Himalayas to the rain-soaked evergreen forests of the Western Ghats and the jungles of Northeast India. These habitats are not only biodiversity hotspots for the wildlife enthusiast; they are visual feasts for the bird enthusiast. Thick canopies, ancient trees, forest clearings, and riverine corridors create the perfect stage for birds whose colours, calls, and courtship displays feel almost unreal. Some birds are impressive because of their iridescence, some because of their size, and some because of their extravagant tails, and many of them are crucial to the health and regeneration of our forests, making India perhaps the most rewarding country in the world to birdwatch.

A sub-adult male tiger was spotted for the first time in Kuno National Park near the Tikoli Gate tourism zone. Experts believe it strayed from Ranthambore while searching for territory. While the sighting is seen as a positive sign for biodiversity, it has raised concerns for the safety of 27 cheetahs in the park.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced the tax exemption for the film 'Godaan,' which highlights farming traditions, rural life, and the significance of cattle in society. The government aims to bolster cattle conservation and the rural economy by promoting such culturally insightful films.

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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that the film 'Godaan', focusing on farming traditions and rural life, will be exempt from tax in the state. Highlighting the cultural importance of cattle, the government promotes cow conservation and supports farmers to strengthen the rural economy.

KOTA KINABALU: Forest protection operations are among the 100-day Key Performance Indicators (KPI) set by newly appointed Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup to underscore the urgency of safeguarding the country's biodiversity.