Bill Gates Foundation to set up FSTP at Sarovaram... The city of Kozhikode in Kerala, India, is set to receive a significant upgrade to its waste management infrastructure. Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, in collaboration with the Habitat Charitable Trust, has proposed the construction of a state-of-the-art faecal sludge treatment plant (FSTP) at Sarovaram. This development marks a crucial step towards improving sanitation and water hygiene in the region.

Chhattisgarh Approves Country’s Third Largest Tiger Reserve... With its tiger population plunging in recent years, Chhattisgarh on August 7, cleared a long-pending proposal to notify a new tiger reserve – the third largest in the country. The Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve, which integrates an existing national park with a wildlife sanctuary, is Chhattisgarh’s fourth reserve for the big cats. It spans 2,829 square kilometres across four northern districts of the state.

Odisha Launches India’s First ‘Rice ATM’... Odisha has introduced India’s first round-the-clock grain dispensing machine, known as the Annapurti Grain ATM, designed to transform the Public Distribution System (PDS) for ration cardholders. Officially launched by Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra, this innovative machine is located at a warehouse in Mancheswar and developed in collaboration with the World Food Programme.

Sreejesh and Bhaker to Co-Flag Bear for India at Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony... The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has announced that hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh and pistol shooter Manu Bhaker will be the co-flag bearers for India at the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. This decision highlights Sreejesh’s illustrious career and Bhaker’s recent achievements.

World Lion Day 2024, Date, History and Significance... World Lion Day, celebrated annually on August 10th, marks a crucial moment in wildlife conservation efforts. As we approach the 2024 edition, the urgency to protect these majestic creatures has never been more pressing. Lions, scientifically known as Panthera leo, are not just symbols of strength and courage but play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance.