Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced a new railway line project expected to create one crore man-days of employment and significantly reduce carbon emissions. Eight additional projects, costing Rs24,657 crore, will expand the rail network by 900 kilometers, boosting connectivity and supporting India’s climate goals.
The 2024 UN Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC COP 29) will take place in November 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan. This pivotal event will encompass the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 29), the 19th meeting of the COP as the Meeting of the Parties to the Kyoto Protocol (CMP 19), and the sixth meeting of the COP as the Meeting of the Parties to the Paris Agreement (CMA 6). Key discussions will focus on finalizing the first enhanced transparency framework and establishing a new collective quantified goal on finance. Additionally, the 61st sessions of the Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technological Advice (SBSTA 61) and the Subsidiary Body for Implementation (SBI 61) will also convene.
Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud recently highlighted the heightened risks faced by marginalized and disadvantaged groups due to climate change. He pointed out that women, children, disabled individuals, and indigenous people are particularly vulnerable to climate-related challenges such as displacement, health inequities, and food scarcity. These groups often lack the resources to invest in protective infrastructure, making them more susceptible to climate disasters.
In a remarkable environmental achievement, Madhya Pradesh has set a new Guinness World Record by planting over 1.1 million saplings in a single day. This historic feat was accomplished as part of the "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" campaign, which aims to plant around 140 crore trees across India. The event saw the active participation of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, who contributed to the plantation efforts at the BSF Academy's Revati Range in Indore.
A recent study has shed light on the alarming number of air pollution-related deaths in India, highlighting the urgent need for health-based air quality standards. The study found that at least 33,000 people die annually in 10 Indian cities due to exposure to poor air quality. This staggering figure underscores the severity of the issue and the need for immediate action.
Climate change is causing significant changes to India's monsoon, which is crucial for agriculture and water supply. The Indian monsoon brings seasonal rains that are vital for farmers and the economy. However, due to climate change, these monsoon patterns are becoming more unpredictable and extreme.
Scientists have discovered that changes in ocean currents could make global warming worse by increasing carbon dioxide levels in the air. Ocean currents, like conveyor belts, move heat and nutrients around the world's oceans. They also play a crucial role in absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
With climate change increasingly impacting ecosystems, livelihoods, and the overall viability of life, global economists and policymakers are intensifying efforts to mitigate these risks. India, ranked among the top ten economies most sensitive to climate risks, is already experiencing significant adverse effects.
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Climate change is intensifying the malaria crisis in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh. The region's erratic weather patterns, characterised by unusual rainfall and rising temperatures, are creating ideal breeding conditions for Anopheles mosquitoes, the primary vectors of malaria. These changes have extended the transmission season beyond the traditional monsoon months, making malaria a year-round threat.
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