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OHRC Seeks Full Records on Satkosia Tiger Reserve Village Relocation Irregularities

October 30, 2025

 

  • The Odisha Human Rights Commission (OHRC) has directed the Forest and Revenue Departments and the Angul Collector to submit complete records on the relocation of villages from the Satkosia Tiger Reserve, following allegations of large-scale irregularities and violations of National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) and State R&R Policy guidelines.

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UNEP Report Climate Adaptation Finance Needs Hit $365bn as Funding Shrinks

October 30, 2025

 

  • The United Nations Environment Programme’s (UNEP) Adaptation Gap Report 2025 has issued a stark warning, revealing a growing chasm between the rising costs of climate adaptation and the declining flow of public finance.

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5th Marine Fisheries Census (MFC) 2025 to Commence Across Coastal States

October 30, 2025

 

  • The 5th Marine Fisheries Census (MFC) 2025 will begin on 31 October 2025, marking a nationwide effort to document the socio-economic and occupational status of India’s marine fishing community. Conducted by the Department of Fisheries under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, the census aims to collect vital data for sustainable fisheries management and policy planning.

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NCBS and ICTS Launch CALIBRE to Advance AI-Driven Biological Research in India

October 30, 2025

 

  • The National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) and the International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS), both under TIFR, have launched the Centre for Artificial Learning and Intelligence for Biological Research and Education (CALIBRE) in Bengaluru. The initiative aims to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) with biological research to address India’s scientific, environmental, and healthcare challenges.

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Kolkata International Film Festival 2025: Dates, Theme, and Highlights

October 30, 2025

 

  • The 31st edition of the Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) will be held from November 6 to 13, 2025. The festival, themed “Where Cinema Connects The World,” aims to transform Kolkata into a global hub for filmmakers, artists, and cinema enthusiasts.

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