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DYK? The House Sparrow is a small, social bird that thrives in groups and plays an important role in our ecosystem. #WorldSparrowDay

The cheerful chirping of sparrows is a sound we must never lose. This #WorldSparrowDay, let’s act together to conserve and coexist with nature.

CAQM ETF Reviews Air Pollution Enforcement; Emphasises Stricter Inspections and Compliance in NCR @byadavbjp @moefcc @CAQM_Official @PIB_India 📝 pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa…

WII conducts 10th wildlife conservation course for enthusiasts 148 participants trained in novel initiative since 2012, giving exposure on wildlife conservation for public @byadavbjp @moefcc @wii_india pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa…

The Botanical Survey of India proudly shares exciting news—a new species of #wild_kiwi from India has been discovered! 🥝 After extensive field exploration in the rugged terrains of #ArunachalPradesh and detailed taxonomic investigation, scientists have identified Actinidia indica (Actinidiaceae) from the Eastern Himalaya—one of the world’s richest biodiversity hotspots. 🥝The genus Actinidia comprises now ~56 species globally, but only a handful are reported from India, making this discovery particularly significant. 🥝Actinidia indica is a perennial climbing shrub (2–4 m tall) with densely ferruginous tomentose young branches and large ovate leaves. It bears large white to creamy flowers (4–6 cm across)—notably bigger than its closest relatives. 🥝The species produces globose, olive-green fruits (2.5–4 cm) with a unique reticulate pattern of lenticels, a key distinguishing feature for this species. Found at around 1725 m elevation in Lower Subansiri district, it grows along forest edges in association with diverse sub-tropical flora. 🥝This discovery not only enriches India’s flora but also highlights the immense, still unexplored biodiversity of the #EasternHimalaya. 🥝 This plant was discovered by Dr. S.S. Dash, Scientist-F and in-charge, Technical Section, Headquarters, Kolkata, Dr. Umeshkumar L. Tiwari, Scientist-D, and Mr. Rohan Maity, Senior Preservation Assistant, Central National Herbarium, Howrah. 🥝 The findings have been published in the reputed journal Feddes Repertorium doi.org/10.1002/fedr.7… 👏We congratulate the team for their dedication and scientific excellence. Their work reinforces the importance of taxonomy in uncovering and conserving our rich natural heritage. #NewDiscovery #ScientificDiscovery #Research #ScienceNews #BreakingScience #NewSpecies #SpeciesDiscovery #BiodiversityDiscovery #ScienceCommunity #EasternHimalaya #ArunachalPradesh #NortheastIndia #himalayanbiodiversity

🌿Celebrating World Taxonomist Appreciation Day 🌿 On this special occasion, the Botanical Survey of India proudly highlights a significant scientific milestone—the discovery of two new species of Henckelia published in the prestigious journal Taiwania. Through extensive field surveys and rigorous taxonomic analysis, these species—Henckelia clarkei and Henckelia zingnui—have been discovered and described from Arunachal Pradesh, a key region within the Eastern Himalaya and a global biodiversity hotspot. The genus Henckelia (family Gesneriaceae) now comprises ~83 species globally, with 49 species reported from India, largely concentrated in the Himalayan and Northeast regions. 🌿Henckelia clarkei is characterized by its erect habit, anisophyllous opposite leaves, and distinctive urceolate calyx, along with a white corolla tinged with yellow-orange. The species is named to honor distinguished taxonomist & botanist Charles Baron Clarke for his immense contributions to the taxonomy of family Gesneriaceae. 🌱Henckelia zingnui stands out due to its smaller leaves, white corolla with maroon-purple blotches, and unique filament structure, making it easily distinguishable within the “urticifolia group”. This species is named after the Chau Zingnu Namchoom, an eminent youth leader from Namsai district of Arunachal Pradesh. 🌏Notably, both species are currently known only from their type localities with very limited populations (≈12–18 individuals) and are categorized as Data Deficient (DD) under IUCN criteria. 🌏These discoveries reaffirm that Arunachal Pradesh—situated at the confluence of the Himalayan and Indo-Burma biodiversity hotspots—remains a treasure trove of unexplored plant diversity. 🌏This discovery was made by Dr. Krishna Chowlu, Scientitst-D and Head, Arunachal Pradesh Regional Centre (APRC), Itanagar, Dr. S. S. Dash, Scientist-F and in-charge, Technical Section, BSI Headquarters, Kolkata, Mr. Rohan Maity, Senior Preservation Assistant, Central National Herbarium, Howrah and Mr. Akshath Shenoy, Senior Preservation Assistant, BSI-APRC Itanagar. 👏We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the team for their outstanding contribution. Their work exemplifies the importance of taxonomy in understanding, documenting, and conserving our natural heritage. Click for more- doi.org/10.6165/tai.20… #NewDiscovery #ScientificDiscovery #Research #ScienceNews #BreakingScience #NewSpecies #SpeciesDiscovery #BiodiversityDiscovery #ScienceCommunity #InnovationInScience #ExploreNature #EasternHimalaya #ArunachalPradesh #NortheastIndia

Water conservation begins at home with everyday choices. Adopt LiFE-Actions and become a Jal Rakshak #MissionLiFE #JalMahotsav2026 #HarGharJal

The scheme aims to develop world-class industrial infrastructure, unlocking manufacturing potential and driving India’s growth story. 🔗 pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa…

In a landmark step towards accelerating industrial growth, the Union Cabinet chaired by the PM Shri @narendramodi has approved the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA), with an allocation of Rs.33,660 crore for developing 100 plug-and-play industrial parks across the country.

Water conservation begins at home with everyday choices. Adopt LiFE-Actions and become a Jal Rakshak #MissionLiFE #JalMahotsav2026 #HarGharJal

♻️🌍 On #GlobalRecyclingDay, let’s transform habits into hope. Every bottle, every bag, every choice matters. Small steps today create the foundation for a cleaner, greener tomorrow. #SustainableFuture

🦋 A major milestone for Indian taxonomy! Scientists at #ZSI have discovered two new species of Lichen moths: Caulocera hollowayi and Asura buxa. Found in the Himalayan biodiversity hotspot, these moths are vital indicators of air quality and ecosystem health. #Biodiversity

A sustainable tomorrow starts with our actions today. On #GlobalRecyclingDay, commit to reducing waste and recycling responsibly to protect our planet for generations to come

On #GlobalRecyclingDay, let’s take a step towards a greener planet by embracing responsible recycling in our daily lives. Every small action counts in building a sustainable future.

पेरियार टाइगर रिज़र्व पश्चिमी घाट के दक्षिणी इलाके में स्थित है। यहाँ भारत में पाए जाने वाले कुछ अद्भुत पेड़, पौधे और जीव मिलते हैं। इस रिज़र्व का नाम पेरियार नदी पर है जिसका उद्गम जंगल के आंतरिक क्षेत्र में है।

India has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening biodiversity by submitting its first national report on the implementation of the Nagoya Protocol under the Convention on Biological Diversity. The report, covering the period from November 2017 to December 2025, highlights India’s updated National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan. #Biodiversity #NagoyaProtocol @moefcc @byadavbjp @MIB_India @PIB_India

ग्रेट हिमालयन पहाड़ी श्रृंखला और पीर पंजाल श्रृंखला के बीच, 14 हजार फीट की ऊंचाई पर स्थित है चंद्रताल झील। उपलब्ध नमी, बेहद ठंडे तापमान और बंजर भू-दृश्य के मेल से इस इलाके में एक अनोखी भौगोलिक स्थिति विकसित होती है।

भौगोलिक विशेषताओं ऊँचाई और जलवायु परिस्थितियों के कारण ही हिमालय क्षेत्र में जैवविविधता खास कर पेड़ पौधों का इतना समृद्ध भंडार पाया जाता है।

Every Drop Counts and so is Every LiFE Action Celebrate Jal Mahotsav through #MissionLiFE #JalMahotsav2026 #HarGharJal

CAQM revokes GRAP Stage-I across Delhi-NCR as AQI improves significantly due to favourable meteorological conditions @byadavbjp @moefcc @CAQM_Official @PIB_India 📝 pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa…