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FSI Halts Fortnightly Deforestation Alerts from AI-Based Anavaran Portal

Mar 11, 2026

India’s Anavaran Forest Monitoring System Stops Real-Time Deforestation Updates

The Forest Survey of India (FSI) has discontinued the issuance of fortnightly deforestation alerts through its AI-driven Anavaran portal, which was designed to track forest cover loss across India. The platform, which generated near-real-time alerts using satellite imagery and machine learning, has not been updated since November 2025. According to reports, active monitoring stopped in January 2026, ending the regular alerts that were previously shared with state forest departments every 15 days for field verification.

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Nagauri Paan Methi Registered as Community Farmers’ Variety by PPVFRA

Mar 11, 2026

Rajasthan’s Nagauri Paan Methi Gets Legal Protection Under PPV&FR Act

The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Authority (PPVFRA) has officially registered “Nagauri Paan Methi” as a Community Farmers’ Variety, granting legal recognition and protection to farmers of Nagaur district in Rajasthan. The decision was published in the February 2026 edition of the Plant Variety Journal. This registration acknowledges the role of local farming communities in preserving and cultivating this traditional crop under the region’s arid ecological conditions.

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International Malaria Conference 2026 Concludes in New Delhi

Mar 10, 2026

IMC 2026 Highlights Global Strategies for Malaria Elimination

The International Malaria Conference (IMC) 2026 concluded in New Delhi after three days of extensive discussions focused on strengthening global efforts to eliminate malaria. The conference was organised by the ICMR–National Institute of Malaria Research under the Indian Council of Medical Research from March 7 to March 9, 2026. The event brought together scientists, policymakers, healthcare professionals and researchers from India and several other countries to exchange knowledge and explore new approaches to malaria control.

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PM Modi to Launch ₹16,450 Crore Infrastructure Projects in Kerala and Tamil Nadu

Mar 10, 2026

Major Highway, Energy and Railway Projects Announced During PM Modi’s Southern Visit

Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Kerala and Tamil Nadu on March 11, 2026, where he will inaugurate, dedicate, and lay the foundation stones for development projects valued at more than ₹16,450 crore. These initiatives span sectors such as petroleum and natural gas infrastructure, highways, rail connectivity, rural roads and energy projects. The Prime Minister will first attend programmes in Ernakulam, Kerala, followed by a visit to Tiruchirappalli in Tamil Nadu.

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Human Rights Watch Accuses Israel of Using White Phosphorus in Lebanon

Mar 10, 2026

HRW Raises Concerns Over Alleged White Phosphorus Use in Southern Lebanon

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has alleged that Israel used white phosphorus munitions over residential areas in southern Lebanon during recent military operations. The accusations come amid escalating tensions along the Israel–Lebanon border following renewed clashes involving the militant group Hezbollah. HRW warned that deploying such munitions in populated areas could endanger civilians and potentially violate international humanitarian law.

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