DDIndia Climate Change: Environmental Insights

December 9, 2023 2:15 PM

COP28 Youth Day advances climate policy with inclusive decision making

COP28's flagship Youth, Children, Skills, and Education Day marked a historic moment as it hosted the first-ever Youth Stocktake, emphasizing the pivotal role of young people in climate diplomacy. The event aimed to foster meaningful dialogue between...

December 8, 2023 9:58 AM

Centre says committed to protecting Western Ghats, India’s ecological jewel

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav highlighted the critical role played by the Western Ghats in India's ecological balance during a session in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, saying that the government is committed to the conservation of this vi...

December 7, 2023 5:12 PM

Environment ministry launches forest and wood certification scheme for sustainable forestry practices

The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has launched the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme, aimed at promoting sustainable forest management and agroforestry across the nation. https://x.com/moefcc/status/173264280362757330...

December 7, 2023 9:40 AM

John Kerry highlights key achievements and agreements at COP28 in Dubai

In the latest developments from COP28 in Dubai, John Kerry, the United States Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, outlined significant progress on various fronts during his recent address. Emphasizing the urgency of addressing climate change, K...

December 6, 2023 5:31 PM

Impatiens karuppusamyi, a new species discovered from the Southern Western Ghats

Good news for our biodiversity! The researchers of Botanical Survey of India (BSI) have discovered a new species of plant from Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve, Tamil Nadu. The plant has been named 'Impatiens karuppusamyi'. The species is named aft...

December 6, 2023 4:31 PM

PM Modi extends condolences and support in wake of Cyclone Michaung devastation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life and property caused by Cyclone Michaung, particularly in the states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry. In a tweet, PM Modi conveyed his condolences to the famili...

December 6, 2023 12:11 PM

Relief efforts intensify as Cyclone Michaung weakens

Having unleashed its fury upon the southern Indian coast on Tuesday, Cyclone Michaung has now weakened into a depression over northeast Telangana. As the cyclonic system loses strength, rescue and relief operations are underway to address the afterma...

December 6, 2023 10:45 AM

COP28 spotlights indigenous peoples: stresses inclusive climate action and financial support

COP28 dedicated its third thematic day to indigenous peoples, acknowledging their crucial role in safeguarding the environment. Discussions and panels during the event focused on fostering an inclusive energy transition that left no one behind and en...

December 6, 2023 10:36 AM

Climate Finance: Addressing the Urgent Need

Climate finance has taken center stage in discussions surrounding global climate action, particularly at COP28 in Dubai. The finance day at COP28 witnessed a significant breakthrough in international financial architecture, with influential countries...

December 6, 2023 9:06 AM

COP28 makes significant progress in the first five days

COP28 President Dr. Sultan Al Jaber announced major achievements in the first five days of the conference, highlighting progress on finance, declarations, and Loss and Damage. The conference is on track to deliver an ambitious response to the Global ...

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