Guwahati, April 22 (IANS) The Indian Army on Wednesday marked Earth Day by organising a ‘Green Canvas Challenge’, a painting competition aimed at fostering environmental awareness among school students in Assam’s Rupai area in the Tinsukia district, officials said. The event was conducted by the Army’s Red Shield Gunners under the aegis of Spear Corps at Reflection Senior Secondary School, drawing enthusiastic participation from students across multiple classes.Young participants used ar…
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New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) US tech giant Apple announced on Thursday that a record 30 per cent of material across all its shipped products in 2025 came from recycled content.The company has removed plastic from packaging and now uses 100 per cent recycled cobalt in Apple‑designed batteries, it said in a statement.The Cupertino-based company also uses 100 per cent recycled rare earth elements in all magnets. It also removed plastic from packaging, with Apple products now shipping in fibre-based…
Mandya (Karnataka), April 15 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy on Wednesday said the legacy of Yugayogi Sri Sri Sri Dr late Balagangadharanatha Mahaswamiji continues to inspire generations through service, spirituality and social upliftment.Speaking in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, and seers led by Jagadguru Nirmalanandanatha Swamiji, Kumaraswamy said the inauguration of the Bhairavaikya Mandir dedicated t…
Gandhinagar, March 26 (IANS) Gujarat’s Banas Bio-CNG initiative is emerging as a benchmark in rural economic development, generating significant revenue for farmers while contributing to the state’s climate goals, officials said on Thursday. Developed by Banas Dairy under the guidance of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the project converts cow dung and other organic waste into clean fuel and organic manure, creating an integrated model of energy production, agricultural support, and environmenta…
Imphal, March 22 (IANS) On the occasion of the International Day of Forests, the Manipur government on Sunday renewed its focus on protecting forests, preventing deforestation, and curbing illegal activities, including poppy cultivation, officials said.A key highlight of the observance was the launch of the “Ningol Van Initiative”, aimed at strengthening community participation in forest conservation. The initiative underscores the role of women (“Ningols”) in nurturing nature, protectin…
Dehradun, March 21 (IANS) Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, on Saturday, led discussions on proposals across sectors such as roads, drinking water supply, defence, irrigation and infrastructure near protected areas at the 90th meeting of the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife, an official said. The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife is a statutory body constituted under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, and advises the Union government on matter…
Mumbai, March 17 (IANS) Actress and environmental advocate Dia Mirza, took to her social media account, to reveal that her six-year-old son Avyaan Azaad Rekhi is already well-versed with the migration patterns of flamingos. She highlighted that the little boy also understands the importance of protecting mangrove ecosystems, and questions on the cruelty upon them being cut.Taking to her social media account, Dia shared a series of pictures from a visit to the flamingo habitat in Airoli, Navi Mum…
Gandhinagar, March 13 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said on Friday that gas cylinders will be available to everyone on time, claiming there was no shortage despite the current global situation. The Chief Minister was addressing farmers during a state-level programme of the PM-Kisan scheme.Patel urged people not to spread rumours about LPG supply and assured that those who require gas cylinders would receive them without difficulty.“There is no difficulty in the global situation…
Jaipur, March 9 (IANS) Aiming at implementing an announcement of enacting a special law for the conservation and protection of Khejri trees and other important tree species, the state government on Monday constituted a high-level committee to draft a “Tree Protection Bill.” The committee held its first meeting on Monday under the chairmanship of Parliamentary Affairs Minister Jogaram Patel at his residence.The meeting was attended by Revenue Minister Hemant Meena, Forest Minister Sanj…
Banaskantha, March 6 (IANS) Gujarat is set to establish its first hi-tech nursery in Davas village of Deesa taluka in Banaskantha district, covering approximately 13 acres at an estimated cost of Rs 3.5 crore.The project, supervised by the Gujarat Forest Department and the Social Forestry Department under the guidance of state Forest and Environment Minister Pravin Mali, aims to strengthen afforestation efforts and preserve rare plant species across the state.Officials said the nursery would ser…