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Jun42025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Karnataka Governor Urges Collective Action on Sustainability at Bengaluru Summit

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At the Bangalore Sustainability Summit held on Tuesday, Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot called for urgent and unified efforts to protect the environment, stressing that the time for action is now. Speaking at the event themed “Advancing Sustainable Development Goals: Enhancing the Impact of Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships,” jointly organised by O.P. Jindal Global University and RV University, the Governor urged a lifestyle rooted in simplicity, nature, and reverence for forests. “We must awaken a renewed consciousness—rooted in love and respect for nature,” Gehlot said, highlighting the dangers posed by rising pollution and depleting natural resources. He noted that recent challenges, such as the oxygen crisis, have only underscored the pressing need for environmental preservation...

Drought-Resistant Wheat: Friendly Soil Bacteria Offer Breakthrough for Climate-Smart Farming

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In a major breakthrough for sustainable agriculture researchers at Western Sydney University have discovered that wheat plants under drought stress can recruit helpful soil microbes to survive a finding that could revolutionise crop resilience in the face of climate change. Nature’s SOS: Microbial Allies Beneath Our Feet The study, published in the prestigious journal Cell Host & Microbe, reveals that drought-hit wheat plants secrete a compound called 4-oxoproline through their roots. This acts like a chemical distress signal, attracting beneficial soil bacteria particularly Streptomyces and Leifsonia to their root zones. Once in place, these “drought-fighting” microbes respond by producing osmolytes, plant hormones, and nutrient solubilisers. Together, these help wheat plants...

UP Launches Green Drive: 35 Crore Saplings to Be Planted in One Week

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In a landmark step toward environmental restoration and climate resilience, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced plans to plant a staggering 35 crore saplings across the state within a single week between July 1 and July 7, 2025. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized the importance of community participation in this massive afforestation drive, aimed at increasing the state's green cover to 20% by 2030. Speaking at a high-level review meeting, he described environmental conservation as a “collective responsibility” and a crucial pillar of sustainable development. Nurturing a Greener Tomorrow To support the campaign’s long-term impact, the government aims to nurture 50 crore saplings in nurseries, ensuring a wide diversity of species. These will include fruit-bearing, sha...