The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) warned that the average global temperatures would breach the 2 degrees Celsius mark by 2100 compared to pre-industrial times.
Punjab is set to commence the census of the Indus river dolphin (Platanista gangetica minor). It is a freshwater dolphin that is found in the river Beas.
The Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the 'Ayushman Bharat' healthcare scheme for the personnel of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) across India.
As a part of the celebration of 'Vigilance Awareness Week 2021', the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) has launched a 'Whistle-blower Portal'.