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Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Award for Environment Protection 2026

Source: THSubject: Miscellaneous Context: Two grassroots women changemakers—P. Pechiyammal and Govindhammal were honored with the Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Award for Environment Protection 2026 at an event in Chennai. Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Award for Environment Protection 2026 About Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Award for Environment Protection 2026: What It Is? The Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Award for Environment …

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The Red Sea

Source: TOI Subject: Mapping Context: Saudi Arabia has unveiled mandatory beach operator regulations and a digital coastal tourism guide for its Red Sea coastline, effective January 2026. About the Red Sea: What it is? The Red Sea is a long, narrow sea forming part of a major rift system, known for high salinity, warm waters, …

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17 Nation Join Blue NDC Challenge

Context: 17 countries—including France, Brazil, Belgium, Canada, and Singapore—have joined the Blue NDC Challenge at COP30, signalling a major global push to embed ocean-based climate solutions into national climate plans. About 17 Nation Join Blue NDC Challenge: What is the Blue NDC Challenge? A global initiative encouraging countries to integrate ocean-based climate actions into their …

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Blue Flag Beaches

Source:  News on Air Context: Five beaches in Maharashtra — Shrivardhan, Nagaon, Parnaka, Guhagar, and Ladghar — have been awarded the international Blue Flag certification by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), Denmark About Blue Flag Beaches: What it is? The Blue Flag is a globally recognised eco-label awarded to beaches, marinas, and sustainable boating …

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What is debt-for-nature swaps? Evaluate their utility and concerns in financing marine and coastal conservation projects.

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation. Q6. What is debt-for-nature swaps? Evaluate their utility and concerns in financing marine and coastal conservation projects. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question: Discussions at the UN Ocean Conference 2025, where debt-for-nature swaps were highlighted as key tools to finance marine conservation amidst rising debt …

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Gulf of Eilat

Source:  TH Context: A new study has revealed that coral reefs in the Gulf of Eilat experienced a 3,000-year growth shutdown due to global cooling, but later recovered naturally from deeper waters. About Gulf of Eilat (Gulf of Aqaba): Location: A northern extension of the Red Sea, situated east of the Sinai Peninsula and west …

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African Penguin

Source:  IE Context: The African Penguin, or Cape Penguin, is now “Endangered” per the IUCN, with under 10,000 breeding pairs, mostly in South Africa. Conservationists warn of possible extinction in the wild by 2035. About African Penguin: Scientific Name: Spheniscus demersus. Endemic Region: Southern Africa; primarily South Africa and Namibia. Habitat: Found within 40 km …

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