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World Wildlife Day 2026: Meet the species that demand conservation attention

India, March 3 -- Halting the loss of biodiversity is one of the greatest conservation challenges of the 21st century. Despite decades of effort, the pace of decline shows little sign of slowing. Sinc... Read More


Biometric IDs are being rolled out in Africa. Study reveals the risks and pitfalls

India, March 3 -- African governments are expanding biometric digital ID systems to deliver public services New report warns millions face exclusion, discrimination and privacy risks Weak legal safe... Read More


In fragile ecosystems like Great Nicobar, constitutional wisdom lies in ensuring that transformation is ecologically sustainable, socially just

India, March 3 -- On February 16, 2026, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) upheld the environmental clearances granted to the Great Nicobar Project. The ruling clears the way for a trans-shipment port,... Read More


Saintly guardians of Ladakh

India, March 3 -- It is a sight any bird enthusiast would consider themselves lucky to behold: A pair of ruddy shelducks, beckoning their young fledglings to follow them to the river. One adult leads ... Read More


Charged with eco-rage

India, March 3 -- Imagine a teenager in a coastal town. Her school has been shut down twice due to flooding. Her parents' income is shaky. The local council sends emails about "monitoring the situatio... Read More


A step back by Uttarakhand

India, March 3 -- As repositories of forests, water sources, biodiversity and carbon sinks, mountain states underpin India's ecological security while supporting millions downstream. Strengthening loc... Read More


Liveable cities need a new model

India, March 2 -- CRY FOR my Delhi. This is my city-my family records many generations who have lived here. It is also where I have spent most of my professional career advocating for clean air, clean... Read More


A bridge across forever in Chhattisgarh

India, March 2 -- Life in Jabarra is inseparable from the forest that surrounds it. All 102 households of this village in Chhattisgarh's Dhamtari district, who belong to the Kamar tribal community, ha... Read More


Unwanted barter in the Thar

India, March 2 -- Five hundred and sixty-eight days. As of February 15, that is how long Kishna Ram Godara has spent in protest. The farmer of Naukha Daiya village in Bikaner district, Rajasthan, bega... Read More


Possibility of scorching summer for India's hilly regions in 2026

India, March 2 -- The India Meteorological Department forecasts a hotter-than-normal summer in 2026 for India's hilly regions. This includes the Himalayas, northeastern states and parts of the Wester... Read More