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February 6, 2024 7:16 PM

Reviving India’s Mangrove Cover

Pulicat, a coastal town situated north of Chennai, was once known for its thick mangrove forests. However, as the city expanded, much of these mangroves were cleared for development. But now, a CSR initiative by Bengaluru's Mphasis, a tech firm, aims...

February 2, 2024 5:13 PM

World Wetlands Day 2024: Preserving Biodiversity and Wellbeing

India has reaffirmed its commitment to wetland conservation by adding five new Ramsar sites in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, reaching a total of 80. This announcement, made two days ahead of the World Wetlands Day, highlights India's dedication to safegu...

January 31, 2024 4:52 PM

India adds five new Ramsar sites ahead of World Wetlands Day

Ahead of World Wetlands Day, India has expanded its count of Ramsar sites, designated as Wetlands of International Importance, from 75 to 80. The newly added sites include Karnataka's Ankasamudra Bird Conservation Reserve, Aghanashini Estuary, and Ma...

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