Tropical forests are essential for biodiversity, climate regulation and carbon storage. Yet they continue to disappear at an alarming rate. Many companies have adopted zero-deforestation commitments to reduce this trend. But it is crucial to determine how effective these commitments are.

Citizen survey maps 486 mature trees across 51 species at Delhi Gymkhana, including heritage natives, highlighting biodiversity value amid Centre’s eviction notice.

President Murmu emphasizes blending tradition with science in Ayurveda at Saushrutam 2026 seminar, promoting biodiversity and women's participation.

The collection features exceptional coffees from Huila, a region globally recognised for its outstanding coffee quality, biodiversity and innovation.

CPCL wraps up Swachhata Pakhwada 2026 with a tree plantation drive, enhancing biodiversity and promoting cleanliness in Chennai.

Environmentalists oppose the removal of reed beds at Krishnampathi lake, highlighting risks to bird habitats and biodiversity.

Exclusive: allowing firms to dodge biodiversity protections by paying into levy will harm nature and economy, say 100 experts in letter

When extreme drought strikes, drier grasslands receive the greatest productivity benefit from biodiversity. By contrast, forests did not show the same context-dependent pattern under drought, according to a new global synthesis of 75 biodiversity experiments. Researchers from Yokohama National University published their results in Nature Ecology & Evolution on July 15.

Jaguars are making a comeback in Argentina after near extinction due to conservation programs. Rewilding Argentina is reintroducing these big cats to the Iberá wetlands. Captive-bred jaguars are released into protected areas to rebuild wild populations. Their return helps restore ecological balance and biodiversity in the region. This initiative marks a significant achievement in wildlife restoration efforts.

Insects and plants are among the items that will be digitised.

Agriculture and biodiversity restoration do not have to be at odds. A new study by the WILD research group at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) and UCLouvain, published in the journal Biological Conservation, demonstrates that agriwilding—a form of nature-inclusive farming—can successfully combine food production with biodiversity restoration.

The Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority has begun a campaign to plant one lakh trees across the state during Van Mahotsav. MHADA said priority will be given to indigenous and fruit-bearing species, while every planted tree will be geo-tagged for monitoring. CEO Sanjeev Jaiswal said the initiative will help create greener urban spaces and support biodiversity across Maharashtra.

Kent Carpenter, a renowned ichthyologist who studied fish biodiversity in the Philippines, was shot during an alleged home invasion in Dumaguete City.

A new study tracking soil microbial communities across six years of experimental drought in a tallgrass prairie finds that prolonged water stress diminishes biodiversity, pushing communities toward less predictable, harder-to-reverse configurations.

Virudhunagar district will launch a mass eradication drive against invasive Prosopis juliflora on Wednesday to restore biodiversity.

Itanagar, Jul 14 (PTI) Researchers have discovered two new species of rare solitary bees in Arunachal Pradesh’s Siang Valley, highlighting the rich biodiversity of the Eastern Himalayas and the need to protect the region’s fragile ecosystem, officials said on Tuesday. The two species – Elaphropoda Triangulata and Habropoda Adi – were discovered by researchers from […]

Govt Model High School, Mauli Colony, celebrated Van Mahotsav by organising a tree plantation drive on the premises. The initiative aimed to promote environmental conservation and encourage students to contribute towards building a greener and healthier future. As part of the celebration, teachers and students jointly planted Moringa saplings, spreading awareness about the importance of trees and their role in sustaining the environment. The plantation drive was conducted in the presence of Evening Head Lakhwinder Kaur, members of the school staff and Eco Club in-charge Sukhwinder Singh. The dignitaries emphasised the crucial role of trees in maintaining ecological balance, improving air quality, conserving biodiversity, and reducing the impact of climate change. They encouraged students to adopt the habit of planting and nurturing trees and to become responsible stewards of the environment.Students participated enthusiastically in the programme and pledged to protect the saplings planted on the campus. They also committed themselves to spreading awareness among their families and communities about afforestation and sustainable environmental practices. The celebration concluded with all participants taking a collective pledge to care for the planted trees and contribute towards making their surroundings cleaner, greener and pollution-free.

War and economic crises are severely impacting Iran's endangered wildlife populations. Conservationists face immense challenges preserving biodiversity amid ongoing environmental threats. Smuggling and habitat degradation further endanger species like falcons and cheetahs. International sanctions restrict funding for vital conservation organizations in Iran. Despite these obstacles, conservation groups continue their work to protect nature.

A new study prices the environmental damage of the world's richest 10% at up to $5.7 trillion a year, and finds biodiversity loss, not carbon, is the biggest share.

Rare endemic Laudankia vine snake photographed in Udaipur’s Ubeshwar Ji on July 12, 2026, boosting records for Rajasthan biodiversity research.