Kalaburagi participates in the City Nature Challenge, documenting biodiversity despite extreme heat, fostering community engagement and conservation.

Predators are typically larger, faster, and more powerful than the animals they hunt. Yet in nature, most attacks fail. A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, by researchers from the University of Amsterdam Institute for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Dynamics (IBED), asks: why do prey get away so often? The key, the researchers found, lies in something the original model overlooked: reaction times.

MAJOR milestones in mangrove conservation were launched at the inaugural Philippine Mangrove Conference, while stakeholders emphasized that strong community engagement and local government leadership will be critical to turning these initiatives into a lasting impact. The event, held on March 24-26, was organized by the Global Mangrove Alliance, and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Biodiversity Management Bureau.

'The proposed development incorporates the step-wise approach to net benefits for biodiversity and provides biodiversity enhancements that are proportionate to the scale of the proposals'

Over 250 Jharkhand farmers adopt agroecology under NABARD programme

In Jharkhand's Ramgarh district, over 250 farmers have adopted agroecology-based farming through NABARD's tribal development program. This shift has reduced input costs, diversified crops, and improved incomes. The 'JIVA' project promotes sustainable practices, helping farmers become self-reliant while addressing environmental issues and enhancing community leadership.

Mawlynnong in Meghalaya, known as Asia's cleanest village, has become home to two new firefly species, Diaphanes meghalayanus and Diaphanes mawlynnong. Researchers discovered them in undisturbed areas with minimal light pollution, highlighting the region's potential for rich biodiversity and the need for detailed scientific surveys.

Water scarcity, desertification and biodiversity loss were among the issues tackled at the Regional Ecological Summit.

City Nature Challenge 2026 boosts urban biodiversity mapping

Council officers said the plans had the support of a majority of residents from across the county

KATHMANDU, Apr 30:  Nepal’s Ministry of Forests and Environment and World Wildlife Fund (WWF) have inked an agreement to strengthen collaboration on biodiversity conservation and sustainable development across the Himalayan nation. The agreement, relating to a Scope of Cooperation (SoC), aligns joint efforts with the country’s national priorities and global commitments, including key policies and strategies on biodiversity, forests, climate change, wetlands, agriculture, and sustainable development, as well as the Sustainable Development Goals and national planning frameworks, according to a […]

The Ministry of Environment declared a 326.69 sq km area around the Great Himalayan National Park in Himachal Pradesh as an eco-sensitive zone. This aims to protect the biodiversity and regulate activities around the park. The notification invites public comments and prohibits industrial operations within the zone.

Nepal's Ministry of Forests and Environment and the World Wildlife Fund have signed an agreement to strengthen biodiversity conservation efforts. The agreement, aimed at sustainable development, aligns with national and global commitments. WWF Nepal will contribute USD 40 million over ten years to support conservation landscapes and protected areas.

The programme was jointly organised by the National Biodiversity Authority and the AP State Biodiversity Board, which focused on the implementation of the Acces

A RECENT study on sea cucumber biodiversity and its implications for aquaculture, fishery management and conservation in the Philippines was named the 2026 NAST Environmental Science Awardee, given by the National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL) recently.

Science News: Explore the hidden ecosystem of Xiaozhai Tiankeng in China, the world's largest sinkhole, which boasts a unique climate and wildlife, offering vital insights into biodiversity and evolution.

Andhra Pradesh introduces Marine ABS framework to share marine resource revenues, benefiting local fishermen and promoting biodiversity conservation.

The UN's WMO and EU's Copernicus report reveals that nearly all of Europe faced above-average heat in 2025, resulting in record wildfires and sea temperatures. The continent is warming twice as fast as the global average, impacting biodiversity and prompting urgent calls for climate action.

Researchers at the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST) and the University of the Ryukyus have developed a new imaging method that makes it possible to see, in real time, how food is distributed and exchanged inside groups of ants. The work sheds light on how social insects organize themselves, and it could eventually help scientists detect early signs of disruption in insect communities that play essential roles in pollination, agriculture, and biodiversity.

Climate tech start-up to expand regenerative agriculture projects and dMRV infrastructure in India