UPSC Mains Practice: Higher Education Trust & Aravalli Role
This week's UPSC Mains answer practice focuses on two GS-1 topics: building trust for quality higher education and the Aravalli range's environmental significance.
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Aravali Study: Deforestation, Mining Damage Water, Climate
A new study warns that encroachments, deforestation, and illegal mining in the Aravali ranges have severely damaged groundwater recharge, biodiversity, and climate regulation, threatening northern India's ecological stability.
President Acts on Hill Range No-Development Zone Plea
India's President refers a critical plea on protecting hill ranges from unchecked development to the Environment Ministry. Learn about the threats and policy gaps endangering our vital ecosystems.
To Save Aravallis, We Must 'Think Like a Mountain'
The Supreme Court pauses a controversial height rule for the Aravallis, but with 1,200+ mining leases, the ancient range needs a long-term vision. Learn why ecological interconnectedness is key.
Citizens Push for UNESCO Status to Protect Aravalli Hills
Gurgaon residents urge Centre to secure UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status for the entire Aravalli range to ensure long-term protection and halt mining. Join the movement for ecological preservation.
Aravalli's Immeasurable Damage: Illegal Mining's Toll
The Aravalli range faces catastrophic damage from unchecked mining, threatening water security and biodiversity. Urgent action is needed to save India's ancient ecological shield.
Army Steps Up Winter Surveillance in Pir Panjal Ranges
Indian Army's Romeo Force conducts high-altitude search ops in Poonch's Pir Panjal, braving heavy snow above 13,000 ft. Read how troops are adopting a proactive winter posture against terror threats.
SC Stays 100-Metre Aravalli Definition, Forms Expert Panel
Supreme Court puts MoEFCC's Aravalli report on hold, forms High-Powered Expert Committee for participatory decision-making. Key concerns on lower hills & gaps addressed. Read more.
SC Stays 100-Metre Aravalli Definition, Mining Ban Continues
Supreme Court's historic stay on the 100-metre Aravalli definition brings relief. Mining ban continues, next hearing on Jan 21, 2026. A major win for conservation.
Congress' Dotasra praises SC for Aravalli protection stance
Rajasthan Congress chief Govind Singh Dotasra says Supreme Court heard people's call to save 'Aravalli Mata'. He warns against Union govt's alleged mining mafia conspiracy, vows continued agitation.
SC Stays 100m Aravalli Definition, Orders Expert Review
Supreme Court stays its Nov 20 verdict on Aravalli definition, halting the controversial 100-metre rule. An expert committee will now re-examine mapping to protect the ancient range's ecology. Read more.
A Year of Landmark Rulings in Haryana's Aravalli Row
Explore the pivotal legal battles over the Aravalli's definition in Haryana. A year of landmark rulings has major implications for conservation, mining, and real estate. Read the full analysis.
No Bail for Sengar in Unnao Case; SC on Aravalli Definition
Former BJP MLA Kuldeep Sengar denied bail in Unnao rape case. Supreme Court's November 20 directions on a uniform Aravalli definition remain in effect. Get the latest updates.
Unnao Survivor Vows to Pursue Death Penalty for Sengar
Unnao rape survivor hails SC stay, vows to seek death penalty for Kuldeep Sengar. China launches live-fire drills near Taiwan. Defence clears Rs 79,000 crore procurement. Read the top stories.
SC Stays 100-Metre Aravalli Definition, Forms Expert Panel
Supreme Court stays its Nov 2025 order on Aravalli definition, cites environmentalists' concerns. A high-powered panel will now conduct a comprehensive assessment. Read the full details.
SC Aravalli Order: Centre Welcomes, Congress Demands Resignation
The Centre welcomes the Supreme Court's order on Aravalli forest land, while the Congress demands Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav's resignation over alleged misleading statements.
Supreme Court Stays Its Own Aravalli Hills Definition Order
The Supreme Court suspends its Nov 2025 order defining the Aravallis, acknowledging a 'structural paradox'. This move highlights the struggle to translate ecological needs into legal standards. Read the full analysis.
Controversy Over Redefining the Aravalli Hills in 2025
A 2025 MoEFCC committee proposes changing the definition of the Aravalli hills to safeguard the ancient range. Explore the details and implications of this crucial environmental move.
SC Stays Aravalli Definition Order, Forms New Committee
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav welcomes SC's stay on the controversial Aravalli range definition. Govt commits to assisting in protection & restoration. Complete mining ban stays.
Congress Demands Bhupender Yadav's Resignation Over Aravalli
The Congress party demands Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav's resignation after the Supreme Court stays its Aravalli order. Jairam Ramesh warns of ecological devastation. Read the full story.
SC Stays Aravalli '100-Metre' Definition, Stops Mining Risk
The Supreme Court has paused its approval of a new definition for the Aravalli hills, fearing it would expose 90% of the range to mining and construction. Read the full story on the crucial environmental U-turn.
SC Stays Aravalli Definition Order, Proposes Expert Panel
The Supreme Court has paused its earlier order on a uniform Aravalli definition. A high-powered expert committee will now conduct a holistic review of the crucial ecological issue. Read the latest developments.
SC Stays Its Order on Aravalli Hills Definition
Supreme Court pauses its Nov 20 order defining Aravalli ranges, seeks Haryana's reply. A major development in the forest conservation and mining debate.
SC Stays Order on Aravalli '100-Metre' Definition
The Supreme Court has suspended its earlier order accepting the Centre's '100-metre' definition for Aravalli hills, averting a major ecological risk. A new committee will re-examine the issue. Read the full story.
SC Puts Aravalli Directions on Hold for New Committee
Supreme Court suspends its Aravalli orders until a new high-powered committee examines the hill range. The move aims to protect the crucial barrier against the Thar desert. Read the details.
SC Puts Aravalli Definition Order on Hold, Seeks Clarification
The Supreme Court has put its earlier order on the definition of Aravallis in abeyance, seeking clarification from the Haryana government. This move impacts crucial forest conservation in the ecologically sensitive region. Read the full story for details.
SC Hears Aravalli Case; IndiGo Cuts 130 Daily Flights
The Supreme Court examines the Aravalli definition today, a move that could impact 90% of the range. Meanwhile, IndiGo slashes 130 daily flights. Also: SIR hearings paused in Bengal, Sanskrit revival in Pakistan.
Aravalli Ruling & North India's Air Crisis: A 2026 Reckoning
As 2025 ends, a Supreme Court ruling on the Aravallis and grim air quality data pose a major environmental challenge for North India. Learn the facts and the historical parallels.
Ramesh Poses 4 Questions to Govt on Aravalli Definition
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh writes to Environment Minister ahead of Supreme Court hearing, raising concerns over new Aravalli definition and its ecological impact. Read the full story.
Massive Protest in Bhilwara Against Aravalli Hill Ruling
Ex-minister Ramlal Jat leads thousands in Bhilwara, protesting SC's decision to exclude sub-100m hills from Aravalli range. Accuses govt of selling hills to miners. Join the conversation.
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