A Lesser Known Region Of Rajasthan Sparks A Debate On Conservation Tourism
A book launch in Delhi transpired into a constructive discussion on wildlife conservation, where among other participants, Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje called for a public private...
China tops WHO list for deadly outdoor air pollution
China is the world’s deadliest country for outdoor air pollution, according to analysis by the World Health Organisation (WHO). The UN agency has previously warned that tiny particulates from cars,...
Exploring risk-based approaches for remediation of soils and ground water in Oman
A three-day workshop which seeks to explore the potential of risk-based assessment and remediation of contaminated soils and ground water in Oman began at the Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) on...
Australia softens ‘backpacker tax’ after outcry
Australia today watered down plans for a “backpacker tax” on foreigners on working holidays, after an outcry from farmers and tourism operators. Canberra had been under increasing...
Taiwan shuts down as Typhoon Megi strikes
Taiwan went into shutdown on Tuesday as the island faces its third typhoon in two weeks, with thousands evacuated, schools and offices closed across the island and hundreds of flights disrupted....
Oslo to hit drivers’ wallets to combat air pollution
Already by this winter, Oslo City Council wants to increase road tolls to 160 kroner (€17.50, $20) on days with heavy air pollution. “We hope it will not be necessary to introduce. But we cannot...
The Lebanese Village of “great myths” and amazing nature
Located in Jbeil District of Mount Lebanon Governorate, 71 kilometres (44 mi) northeast of Beirut in Lebanon, is a village that has always been known for its great myths… In this article, we...
Fate of Africa’s rhino, elephants to dominate wildlife meet
Global conservationists and policymakers meet in South Africa from today to chart a way forward in the fight against escalating wildlife trafficking that could drive some species to extinction. The...
