Plans for 300,000 housing units by 2030 could be hugely destructive to biodiversity. Supporting long-term ecological resilience is critical

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: For Brunei Darussalam, the ocean is central to food security, fisheries, aquaculture, tourism, coastal protection, biodiversity, livelihoods and future economic growth. It is also connected directly to the work of the Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism (MPRT) in supporting sustainable development across fisheries, forestry, agriculture and tourism

Wildlife experts have discovered numerous new species on Angola's Lisima plateau, including dragonflies, grasshoppers, butterflies, and a fluorescent crab spider. The expedition highlights growing concerns over biodiversity loss, driven by human activity, threatening these newly found species and the region's unique ecosystem.

The Amazon Rainforest is one of the most fascinating and mystical places on earth hiding many rare species, including snakes. The largest tropical rainforest on the planet, stretching across nine South American countries is a biodiversity hub where snakes are its most curious residents. Some of the species have evolved to thrive in the rainforest diverse landscapes. While most prominent residents of the Amazon are anacondas and boa constrictors, the forest is home to a number of species that are endemic or largely restricted to the Amazon Basin. With a few precautions, travellers can make the most of the trip:Wear high hiking boots Long trousers are recommended Always carry a flashlight during nighttime walksNever put hands into hollow logs or rock crevicesStay on marked paths Be with a local guide alwaysDo not attempt to photograph snakes at close rangeOn this note, let’s have a look at 10 of the most rare snakes found in the Amazon and what travelers should know.(Canva)

CPI(M) leaders express concern over tree felling at Mudasarlova Data Centre site, fearing impact on water resources and biodiversity.

As India continues its rapid development journey and invests in new infrastructure, the key will be to integrate climate and biodiversity considerations | India News

Visitors can explore the natural wonders of Singapore’s land, air, and sea. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Jairam Ramesh, a senior Congress leader, has strongly criticized the Great Nicobar Island Project. He labels it a commercial venture that will cause significant ecological damage and threaten the region's unique biodiversity. Ramesh argues that the environmental impact assessments conducted are insufficient and not based on comprehensive primary data.

Jairam Ramesh criticizes the Great Nicobar Project for threatening biodiversity and lacking comprehensive environmental assessments, challenging government claims.

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has accused the Great Nicobar Island Project of being a largely commercial venture that threatens the island’s fragile biodiversity, questioning the adequacy of its environmental impact assessment, the use of historical data, and the government’s interpretation of NGT orders in a detailed letter to Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav.

NEW DELHI, Jun 3: Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday wrote to Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, saying the Great Nicobar Island Project as presently conceived is “overwhelmingly a commercial enterprise” and the unique biodiversity of the area is being endangered. In his response to Yadav’s letter of May 27 which was a reply to his earlier letter, Ramesh said his letter on May 10 was a simple plea to comply, in letter and spirit, with the law in assessing […]

New Delhi, Jun 3 (PTI) Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday wrote to Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, saying the Great Nicobar Island Project as presently conceived is “overwhelmingly a commercial enterprise” and the unique biodiversity of the area is being endangered. In his response to Yadav’s letter of May 27 which was a reply […]

Guntur (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 3: Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming (APCNF) has been awarded the 2026 Food Planet Prize--the world's largest environmental award--for its role in leading one of the most ambitious transitions to agroecology ever undertaken. The prize, worth $1.5m, was presented in Bastad, Sweden, on June 2.

A new ADB study finds that global investment funds increasingly treat biodiversity loss as a financial risk, shifting investments away from countries with high biodiversity threats following the 2021 Kunming Declaration. The research shows that countries with stronger biodiversity protection laws are better able to retain investor confidence and reduce capital outflows, making nature conservation an important economic and investment strategy.

Europe's agrifood system is under severe pressure. Climate change is causing droughts and floods, and agriculture is putting pressure on nature, the climate and the environment. Diet-related lifestyle diseases are placing a growing burden on health care systems. At the same time, agriculture is expected to deliver affordable food, climate action, biodiversity and food security all at once while maintaining competitiveness in a global market.

JAIPUR, Jun 2: South Africa’s Deputy Minister for Forestry, Fisheries and Environment Narend Singh visited the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve on Tuesday and reviewed various wildlife conservation practices, officials said. During the visit, Singh was accompanied by Inspector General of the National Tiger Conservation Authority, Sanjay Kumar, and the Reserve’s Field Director, Sharda Pratap Singh. Officials said the visiting dignitary was briefed on biodiversity conservation, wildlife management practices and ongoing tiger conservation efforts in the reserve. He showed keen interest in […]

Puducherry showcases India's biodiversity wealth, highlighted by NBA Chairman at a recent awareness program on conservation efforts.

The framework is expected to guide conservation efforts for years to come while strengthening South Africa's position as a leader in wildlife management and biodiversity conservation.

Yellow-throated marten spotted in Kaziranga National Park, Assam, highlighting biodiversity and conservation success; adaptable meso-predator supports ecosystem balance.

Report outlines 2030 emissions targets, biodiversity conservation efforts, and social impact initiatives SHANGHAI, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 26, 2026, CHANDO Group hosted the launch of its 2025 Sustainability Report alongside a media salon at Oriental Beauty Valley...