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MAINE FISH COMMUNITY RESTORATION
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In 2012 and 2013, Maine removed two hydroelectric dams from the Penobscot River; river herring later rose from almost zero to more than six million- In 1942, America completed Friant Dam and diverted most of the San Joaquin River into farms; a salmon run once numbering nearly 50,000 adults collapsed
- Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games open with scaled-down format and a promise of a sustainable futureIn a grand display at Glasgow's OVO Hydro, the 23rd Commonwealth Games commenced with King Charles III's official opening. He underscored t...24 Jul, 2026, 10.24 AM IST
- On a savanna so acidic that experts called it dead, a Colombian community planted a forest of Caribbean pines for resin; under their shade, a rainforest nobody planted came back on its ownA Colombian community transformed acidic land into a thriving rainforest. Caribbean pine plantations, aided by a fungus, initiated this eco...23 Jul, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
- A Brazilian farmer used government credit meant to expand cattle grazing to do the opposite; neighbors called him mad, but 50,000 trees later, more than 20 springs have returned to his 31 hectaresA Brazilian farmer defied government policy by planting trees instead of cattle pastures. His actions, initially deemed foolish, led to the...23 Jul, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
- In 2011, the US began tearing down two century-old dams on Washington's Elwha River, the largest dam removal in US history at the time, freeing over 20 million cubic yards of trapped sedimentThe Elwha River dams were dismantled after nearly a century of operation. This significant engineering project restored over ninety miles o...23 Jul, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
- Nagaland releases Rs 70 lakh ex-gratia for landslide victims in Mon district after July 2026 floodsNagaland government released Rs 70 lakhs ex-gratia and relief for flood and landslide victims. The Chief Minister also provided Rs 10 lakhs...22 Jul, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
- Once one of Africa's largest lakes, Lake Chad has lost 90% of its water. Now countries are planning a $50 billion plan to save it?Lake Chad has lost nearly ninety percent of its surface area since the 1960s. This environmental decline severely impacts millions of peopl...22 Jul, 2026, 10.55 AM IST
- India joins WTO's agreement on fisheries subsidiesIndia has formally accepted the WTO agreement on fisheries subsidies. This pact prohibits government support for illegal fishing and over-e...20 Jul, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
- Manipur CM vows to unite communities, alleges attempts to derail peace effortsManipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh aims to unite people after ethnic violence. He visited Jiribam district twice to foster peace...18 Jul, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
- In 2019, scientists mounted speakers playing a healthy reef's sounds over dead coral and watched fish move back in: an experiment now being built into a tool to help restore dying reefsScientists are using underwater speakers to play healthy reef sounds. This acoustic enrichment attracts twice as many juvenile fish to dead...18 Jul, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
- Indiana Jones star Harrison Ford goes viral for his muscles. 83-year-old superstar once revealed ‘boring’ secret to his fitness. Research says, it can lower risk of cancer and heart attackHollywood veteran Harrison Ford’s pictures of accidentally showing off his muscles and toned body went viral. Fans were in awe of his impec...18 Jul, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Wangari Maathai: "It's the little things citizens do. That's what will make the difference. My little thing is..." — Inspiring life lessons on how small everyday actions can transform communities, protect nature, build hope, and create lasting change for future generationsQuote of the Day by Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai and her timeless message on everyday leadership. Her famous words remind us th...18 Jul, 2026, 01.01 AM IST
- In 1980, one of America's worst volcanic eruptions flattened this land. Now, 58 beavers have brought it back to lifeBeavers have revitalized a Mount St. Helens wasteland into a thriving wetland. These industrious rodents created a vibrant ecosystem after ...17 Jul, 2026, 08.29 PM IST
- Manipur CM meets Randeep Hooda, discusses peace restoration in stateManipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh met filmmaker Randeep Hooda and actress Linthoingambi Laishram. Hooda congratulated the Chief...16 Jul, 2026, 11.47 PM IST
- How beavers helped a struggling England farm secure a £1 million deal and spark a multimillion-pound revivalA Lincolnshire rewilding project aims to prove nature restoration's profitability. Beavers will be reintroduced to a 1,525-acre farm, trans...16 Jul, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
- Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh urges peace, harmony as key to state’s progressManipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh visited Kanto Sabal village. He urged residents to uphold peace and harmony for the state's p...15 Jul, 2026, 09.26 PM IST
- In 2016, when river dams trapped Japan's giant salamanders, scientists came up with an unusual solution: building custom ladders instead of removing the damsResearchers in Japan developed special ladderways for giant salamanders to cross river dams. These step-type structures with side walls pro...15 Jul, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
- NMCG restoring five wetlands in Ganga basin, plans to expand conservation effortsThe National Mission for Clean Ganga is restoring five wetlands across three states. Conservation efforts will expand to other high-priorit...12 Jul, 2026, 01.44 PM IST
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