Dehradun, July 10 (IANS) Uttarakhand is widely known for its vibrant folk traditions, agricultural heritage and deep-rooted bond with nature. The state’s traditional festivals are not only expressions of religious faith but also reflect the values of environmental conservation, social harmony and gratitude towards nature. Among these, Harela, one of the most significant folk festivals of the Kumaon region, stands out as a celebration of greenery, prosperity and the arrival of a new agricultural …
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Guwahati, July 1 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday called upon people across the state to actively participate in the week-long Van Mahotsav celebrations by planting at least one sapling, stressing that collective public participation is essential to ensure a greener and more sustainable future. Marking the beginning of Van Mahotsav, the Chief Minister appealed to citizens to devote the power of “Jan Bhagidari” towards increasing the state’s green cover and safeguardin…
Victoria, June 26 (IANS) Hailing ties between India and Seychelles as “dynamic and excellent”, India’s High Commissioner to Seychelles, Rohit Rathish, on Friday, stated that both nations are looking to introduce new areas of cooperation like Artificial Intelligence (AI), cyberspace, cybersecurity, marine sciences and conservation and blue economy. In an interview with IANS, Rathish said that India and Seychelles are expected to sign a number of outcomes and agreements across all sectors during P…
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has initiated an extensive plantation drive across the National Capital, with plans to nurture nearly 23 lakh native saplings comprising trees, shrubs and bushes, an official said on Thursday. The drive, being launched from the first week of July at the instruction of Lieutenant Governor and DDA Chairperson T.S. Sandu, is proposed to be planted across approximately 1,000 acres of land, equivalent to nearly 4 square kilometres, acros…
Amaravati, June 5 (IANS) On the occasion of World Environment Day on Friday, Andhra Pradesh launched the production and distribution of 2.5 crore seed balls to enhance green cover and biodiversity. Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Forests and Environment Pawan Kalyan inaugurated the process at Butterfly Park in Mulapadu, NTR district.He personally prepared seed balls along with women and children, and also observed the process of dispersing seed balls via drones.On World Environment Day, t…
New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended his greetings to citizens on the occasion of World Environment Day and praised those who are dedicated to protecting and preserving the environment. Taking to the social media platform X, the Prime Minister said, “Best wishes to everyone on World Environment Day. I would like to applaud all those passionate about environmental conservation. This is a day to reaffirm our commitment to protecting our environment and further…
Bhopal, May 22 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Friday that the state government is making continuous efforts to protect wildlife and strengthen biodiversity across the state. Speaking at the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) pre-summit event organised on International Biodiversity Day at the Indian Institute of Forest Management in Bhopal, the Chief Minister highlighted the state’s achievements in wildlife conservation, including the successful reintroduction of ch…
New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) The first International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) Summit, scheduled to be held in New Delhi on June 1, has been rescheduled to a later date, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change said on Thursday. The first International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) was being organised in conjunction with the Fourth India–Africa Forum Summit (IAFS IV), as several African countries host big cats and are important partners in global efforts towards conservation, ecological sust…
New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) Days after the Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi’s visit to the Great Nicobar island, where he underlined the grave and serious implications of the project, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Sunday penned a letter to the Union Minister for Environment and Forest Bhupendra Yadav and demanded that the project be shelved for protecting the island’s unique and distinct bio-diversity. Jairam Ramesh, Congress MP and the party’s Communications in-charge, countered ma…
New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) The Rekha Gupta-led Delhi government has declared 673.32 hectares of the Central Ridge as a Reserved Forest under Section 20 of the Indian Forest Act, 1927, a move that will curb human activities in the area, expand green cover, and control pollution, an official said on Saturday. The area falls under the Western Forest Division of the Forest Department and covers parts surrounding Sardar Patel Marg and the President’s Estate, the official said in a statement.According to…