An invasive water hyacinth in Kenya’s Lake Naivasha has devastated fishing communities, cutting daily catches by 83%. While startups like HyaPak are converting the plant into biodegradable packaging, the rapid spread continues to cause massive economic losses across Kenya’s water-dependent sectors. Impact & Scale: Reference:The hindu WhatsApp Group Join Now Telegram Group Join Now Twitter … Read more
The Rome Declaration on Water Scarcity in Agriculture, adopted during FAO’s 2024 World Food Forum, addresses water scarcity challenges worsened by climate change. It emphasizes sustainable water use, climate resilience, and supporting family farming. The initiative builds on global efforts like WASAG and aims to improve rural livelihoods through investments and policy support. Key Event: … Read more
Russia’s Transport Ministry claims all identified polluted areas have been cleaned, but Emergency Situations Minister Alexander Kurenkov warned of a persistent threat of further leaks. Incident Overview: Extent of Spill: Environmental Impact: The Black Sea has seen a decline in marine life, including dolphins, molluscs, and crustaceans, due to war and pollution. Additional Info: WhatsApp … Read more
Common murres are a unique and resilient seabird species often compared to flying penguins due to their stout build and black-and-white plumage. These birds are exceptional divers, swimming to catch small fish in the ocean before returning to their nesting sites on coastal cliffs or remote islands. While they may appear robust, common murres are acutely sensitive to shifts in ocean temperatures and food availability, making them an important indicator of marine ecosystem health.
About Space Docking ISRO achieves historic space docking, making India the 4th nation to accomplish this feat. Mission Overview Innovative Use of PSLV’s Fourth Stage Mission Concept and Execution Why SpaDEX Matters? SpaDEX exemplifies India’s growing space ambitions and its commitment to innovative, cost-effective solutions in advanced space technology. With this mission, ISRO is poised … Read more
