IFP Editorial: The Manipur government is pushing for the oil palm project in Imphal West, Ukhrul, Chandel, Churachandpur, Thoubal and Bishnupur districts with nurseries already being developed in pre-empted assumption that the project is highly feasible economically.

Manipur CM N Biren Singh stated that the government has taken up various measures to promote the use of electric vehicles to tackle global warming and climate change.

The first and foremost thing to do is to change the agricultural practices from traditional to smart and climate resilient agricultural practices, Department of Science and Technology (DST) senior advisor and head Dr Akhilesh Gupta said.

The AQMS is the second station among 12 to be set up in the state to monitor air pollution levels.

The tree plantation drive was organised under the theme ‘Our Survival Depends on Survival of Plants and Animals’.

Exclusive: According to official reports, the state is facing rainfall deficit of nearly 64 per cent that makes most of the farmers wait to sow their paddy.

With COVID-19 pandemic, a forced change has been brought about, which gives more perspective on what is really important in life.

To address the issues of global warming, climate change and environmental degradation, the government has successfully implemented the Chief Minister’s Green Manipur Mission in the state, CM Biren said.

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As part of the World Environment Day 2021, a total number of 750 saplings were planted in the premises of Chingjaroi village in Ukhrul district.

Addressing the virtual gathering, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said that the adaptation to climate change is going to be a very critical part for policy makers at the highest level.

Singda Dam, which is the main source of potable water supply in Imphal urban areas is failing to meet its objectives as the water demand of the growing valley population is ever-increasing.

If rain water, which comes for free, can be collected and stored, instead of letting it run off, it could be an alternative to back up the main water supply.

The National climate vulnerability assessment report pointed out that the highly vulnerable states require prioritization of adaptation interventions.

The endangered Himalayan Newt found at Jaimeng wetland was categorised under the endangered species by the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

One-day workshop for revision of action plan on climate change held in Ukhrul

During this COVID-19 lockdown, the state government allowed cultivation of crops, but farmers continue to suffer due to the unusual weather temperature and unpredictable rainfalls.

Second State Action Plan on Climate Change of Manipur revision consultation begins

Nature constant tinkering, has found some truly unique designs solutions, from the trunk of elephant to the spiny nature of a cactus.

Several farmers in the hill district of Tamenglong lament that they could not burn up the cutting of their jhum fields as rainfall hit the region very early this year.

The workshop was organised by the media working group of climate change fellowship programme under the directorate.

During this COVID-19 pandemic, no one could afford to buy water due to lack of income.

A one-day awareness and exchange programme on Preservation and Conservation of Environment and Climate Change was held at Shilheipung, Imphal East district on Sunday.

Villagers in beautiful Tousem hills of Tamenglong district in Manipur are experiencing unusually warm weather lately. Is it the climate change?

The interaction programme was held at the conference hall of the Directorate of Environment and Climate Change, on Saturday.

The online training programme was conducted with the help of 10 state trainers led by deputy director of Public Health and state nodal officer of Environmental Health, Dr Y Premchandra Singh.

The Atmanirbhar Bharat has been billed as a game changer in terms of historic and structural reforms, yet it only barely emphasises on climate change and air pollution.

Several scientists have warned that the Eastern Himalayan will be the most vulnerable due global climate crisis, therefore, it is high time for the Government and mining companies to rethink, revisit and stop the mining across the hill ranges of Manipur, the committee said.

As a part of the Van Mahotsav festival, Najma Heptulla planted a ‘Manahi’ sapling at the Raj Bhavan complex, Imphal.

Lockdowns, quarantines and border closures in the wake of the pandemic have led to reductions in air pollution through decreased travel and production.

The alarming amount of garbage floating in the river can be seen from the long stretch starting from Imphal to Bishnupur district.

CAU Imphal VC Premjit said that coconut trees can be successfully planted in the state both in the hill and valley.

The minister carried out an inspection of the periphery of Loktak Lake, Keibul Lamjao National Park, Sendra, ongoing projects at the vicinity and to examine the feasibility of upcoming projects in the near future.

Both biodiversity loss and climate change are two of our greatest threats at the moment-even while endure COVID-19, we must not lose sight of this.

The current trend and trajectory of developmental practices will have serious consequences for the diversity not just of the region but for the globe as a whole.

The sector must meet the environmental norms to ensure ‘our right to breathe in clean air,’ says CSE report