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Supreme Court pauses Aravalli mining lease orders refusing relief to leaseholders until ecological concerns cleared

Supreme Court pauses Aravalli mining lease orders refusing relief to leaseholders until ecological concerns cleared

The Supreme Court has halted further orders affecting mining leases in the Aravalli hills, saying it has received “quite disturbing” feedback about mining activity and specific ecological issues. In a suo motu case on defining the Aravalli hills and ranges, the bench led by CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi said it will not hear the matter piecemeal or permit activity unless fully satisfied. Earlier, it banned fresh leases pending expert reports and scrutinised ambiguities in the new definition.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
Tiny wall spider hunts prey six times larger and thrives under city lights

Tiny wall spider hunts prey six times larger and thrives under city lights

In a discovery tucked inside urban wall crevices, researchers identified Pikelinia floydmuraria, a 3 to 4mm spider that hunts prey up to six times its size. Drawn to artificial lights, it hunts efficiently near buildings, offering new insights into predator behavior while underscoring how tiny urban creatures help keep insect populations in check.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026

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Congress demands Parliament debate on Great Nicobar project over ecology tribal and security fears

Congress demands Parliament debate on Great Nicobar project over ecology tribal and security fears

Congress says serious issues surrounding the Great Nicobar project must be debated in Parliament, citing alleged ecological damage, violations of tribal rights, lack of transparency, and security concerns. The party claims the government’s recent press note is damage control after Rahul Gandhi’s visit, intensifying pressure on officials to address the allegations publicly.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 3 May 2026
LG Saxena unveils Valleys of Flowers plan for Ladakh boosting tourism and ecology

LG Saxena unveils Valleys of Flowers plan for Ladakh boosting tourism and ecology

Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena announced that Choglamsar and Wari La in Leh will be transformed into “Valleys of Flowers.” Plantation drives are already underway to turn the cold desert landscape into vibrant floral zones, aiming to strengthen tourism while improving ecological conditions in Ladakh. The initiative signals a new branding push for the region’s nature and visitor appeal.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 1 May 2026
Cocaine powered salmon swim farther and live longer scientists warn ecosystems could change

Cocaine powered salmon swim farther and live longer scientists warn ecosystems could change

A new study found Atlantic salmon exposed to cocaine swam farther and lived longer than normal salmon, raising alarms that pharmaceuticals in waterways can rewrite wildlife behavior. Scientists say this is more than pollution: it’s an ecosystem level transformation. Researchers warn that drug disposal and weak wastewater treatment could spread these effects across aquatic habitats worldwide unless urgent action is taken.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 25 Apr 2026
Why Some Snakes Prefer Simpler Venom to Deadlier Mixes

Why Some Snakes Prefer Simpler Venom to Deadlier Mixes

New research is challenging the idea that snake venom evolution always favors complexity. Scientists found that some snakes shift toward simpler venom blends tailored to specific prey, particularly on isolated islands. This “ecological efficiency” reduces wasted effort while preserving effectiveness, and genetic flexibility allows future changes. Coevolution with prey further steers which venom traits survive.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 25 Apr 2026

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