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Dubai, 10 December 2023 – Climate change is already having catastrophic impacts on many migratory animals and their ability to provide vital ecosystem services to humanity according to a major new report of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), a UN biodiversity treaty.

Released today at the UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai (UNFCCC COP28), the report finds that the direct effects of climate change on many migratory species are already being seen, including poleward range shifts, changes in the timing of migration, and reduced breeding success and survival. Integral to the ecosystems they live in, migratory species support vital ecosystem services that both mitigate the impacts of climate change and increase the resilience to climatic hazards.  

The study also emphasizes the urgent need to act now to help vulnerable migratory species adapt to a changing climate. Actions such as the establishment of comprehensive and well-connected networks of protected areas and other effective area-based conservation measures are crucial to support species movement in response to climate change, whilst direct human interventions, such as the translocation of vulnerable populations of species, will be needed in some cases.

Some of the key findings of the report include:

Strong evidence that global increases in temperature have affected most migratory species groups, and these impacts are mostly negative. For instance, rising temperatures are causing changes in the reproduction and survival of krill and are having a negative impact on marine mammals and seabirds that rely on krill as a key food source.

Strong evidence that climate change is impacting migratory species distribution and timing of migration. In particular, temperature increases are driving poleward range shifts and earlier migration and breeding. In some species, such as wading birds, there is a risk this will cause a mis-match between the timing of breeding and the time when prey species are most abundant.

Changes in water availability are causing the loss of wetlands and reduced river flows, which are likely to particularly impact the migration of fish and waterbirds.

Extreme climate-related events such as landslides are causing severe habitat destruction and have already been observed at some seabird breeding sites.

There is strong evidence that migratory seabirds and marine mammals will be impacted by the changes in oceanic currents which are likely to alter the nature and functioning of many marine and terrestrial ecosystems.

The study ‘Climate change and migratory species: a review of impacts, conservation actions, indicators and ecosystem services’ was commissioned by the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland through the Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) as a major contribution to the work of CMS on climate change, and prepared by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO).  

Biodiversity is declining globally at unprecedented rates, and climate change is one of the major drivers of this crisis. In 2021, the world’s leading biodiversity and climate scientists jointly sounded the alarm, stating that biodiversity loss and climate change mutually reinforce each other and neither will be successfully resolved unless both are tackled together. The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework adopted last year recognizes that nature-based solutions are essential in the fight against climate change in its Target 8. The conservation of migratory species and their habitats is an important part of the solution to both the biodiversity and the climate change crises.

Migratory species are important for ecosystem function and climate change mitigation, especially when they form a significant part of an ecosystem or aggregate in large numbers at particular times of the year. Many migratory species are related to the movement and dispersal of seeds and nutrients. Large migratory species can contribute to climate change mitigation through the decomposition of their faeces, which locks carbon into the soil or seabed, as well as through more complex processes, such as maintaining trophic webs that protect forest or seagrass beds important for carbon sequestration. Migratory species can also contribute towards climate change adaptation by enhancing ecosystem resilience; for example, seabird guano increases the nutrients available for coral reef growth, which in turn reduces coastal erosion.

The impacts of climate change on migratory species underscore the need for countries to cooperate on actions to ensure their conservation. CMS provides a vehicle for such cooperation, addressing migratory species across their range. By conserving migratory species and their habitat under CMS, countries can also achieve win-win solutions and directly contribute to the goals and targets of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and the Paris Agreement on climate change.

The launch of this major report comes in advance of the 14th meeting of the CMS Conference of the Parties, in Samarkand, Uzbekistan from 12 to 17 February 2024. This meeting will be one of the most significant global biodiversity gatherings since the adoption of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, and will address crucial conservation priorities, including priority actions to address climate change and its impacts on migratory species and their habitats.

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Biodiversity: the first ever State of the World’s Migratory Species report released

 The first-ever State of the World’s Migratory Species. report waslaunched today by the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Speciesof Wild Animals (CMS), a UN biodiversity treaty, at the opening of a majorUN wildlife conservation conference (CMS COP14). The landmark reportreveals: While some migratory species listed under CMS are improving,nearly half (44 per cent) are showing population…

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Migratory Birds

Convention on Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) is an environmental treaty of the UN Environment that addresses the global issue.

World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) which falls on May 9 each year, is an international campaign aimed at raising awareness about migratory birds of India as well as the necessity of international cooperation to protect the species. This year, the theme of World Migratory Bird Day is "Birds Connect Our World" and was chosen to stress the importance of preserving and restoring ecological connection and the integrity of ecosystems that help support natural cycles that are vital for the health and survival of migratory birds.

The year 2018 was a significant year of transition within the development of WMBD. It brought together the planet's major migratory bird routes or flyways, including the African-Eurasian flyway East Asian-Australasian flyway and the Americas flyways. The theme of WMBD the year 2019 was "Protect Birds: Be the Solution to Plastic Pollution!"

Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) is an environmental treaty that falls under the umbrella under the UN Environment that addresses the worldwide issue.

CMS is a platform that brings together countries as well as the larger world conservation community to work towards the coordinated preservation and management migration-related species (amongst the other species of birds) across their entire areas. To help conserve the migration-related species, they have been classified broadly into three groups: Waterbirds, Landbirds, Birds of Prey which are also known as Raptors.

Here is a look at the migratory birds that visit India:

Siberian Cranes

Siberian Cranes are white snowy color birds that migrate during the winter months to India. They are omnivores that breed within the cold tundras in Russia as well as Siberia. Siberian cranes, also known as snow cranes are the most endangered species of birds that migrate. Their populations from the east migrate in wintertime to China and the western population migrates toward Bharatpur, India. They have the longest-distance migrations.

Greater Flamingo

Greater Flamingo is the largest of all species in the flamingo family. It is that is found throughout the Indian subcontinent. The bird that migrates is can be found in areas such as Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary, Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary, Flamingo City and also in the Thol Bird Sanctuary of Gujarat throughout winter. Many migration-related Flamingo birds have been observed in April along the creek within Navi Mumbai.

Demoiselle Crane

Demoiselle cranes migrate and winter within the Indian subcontinent. The most compact species of crane and live in a variety of conditions, including deserts of Rajasthan.

Amur Falcon

The Amur falcons, which are small-sized raptors which are bred in Siberia and then migrate towards Southern Africa. In large flocks of migration all-over North-East India and over the Arabian sea, they feed around Doyang Lake in Nagaland in the evening, or in the morning during winter months.

Bluethroat

Bluethroat is a tiny brightly colored passerine bird of the Thrush family. It winters in northern Africa as well as within the Indian subcontinent. Keoladeo National Park of Bharatpur in Rajasthan is among the most ideal places to observe migrants that migrate to India during winter.

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Asia- Pacific Region Species Under Increased Plastic Threat

Asia- Pacific Region Species Under Increased Plastic Threat

From fresh water mammals to birds and animals, all migratory species in the Asia-Pacific region are vulnerable to plastic pollution, according to a new study released on August 31 by the Secretariat of the UN’s Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animal (CMS) The study for the first time focused on the impact of plastic pollution on animals that live on land and in…

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Asia- Pacific Region Species Under Increased Plastic Threat

Asia- Pacific Region Species Under Increased Plastic Threat

From fresh water mammals to birds and animals, all migratory species in the Asia-Pacific region are vulnerable to plastic pollution, according to a new study released on August 31 by the Secretariat of the UN’s Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animal (CMS) The study for the first time focused on the impact of plastic pollution on animals that live on land and in…

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Randeep Hooda Removed As CMS Ambassador Over His 'Offensive' Comments On Former UP CM Mayawati

Randeep Hooda Removed As CMS Ambassador Over His ‘Offensive’ Comments On Former UP CM Mayawati

Mumbai: The Secretariat of the Convention for the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals released a statement to announce that Bollywood actor Randeep Hooda will no longer serve as a CMS brand ambassador. The UN Treaty removed the ‘Sarbjit’ actor as an ambassador after an old video of him making a ‘sexist’ joke on former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati went viral on social…

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Randeep Hooda removed as ambassador of UN's environmental treaty over his 'joke' against Mayawati

Randeep Hooda removed as ambassador of UN's environmental treaty over his 'joke' against Mayawati

Image Source : INSTAGRAM/RANDEEP HOODA Randeep Hooda Actor Randeep Hooda has been removed as the ambassador of Convention for the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), United Nation”s environmental treaty, following the controversy over his derogatory comments against Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati. Hooda has been under fire since Wednesday when a nine-year-old video of…

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09-05-2020 Current affairs & Daily News Analysis

Environment for the Americas Launches World Migratory Bird Day 2020 This year the theme of World Migratory Bird Day is “Birds Connect Our World” to highlight the importance of conserving the ecological connectivity that support the natural movements of migratoy birds.

About: What is it? WMBD is an annual awareness-raising campaign highlighting the need for the protection of migratory birds and their habitats. History: The annual day was initiated in 2006. Day of Observance: Since 2018, it is celebrated twice a year, on the second Saturday in May and in October. Who organizes WMBD? The campaign is organized by two international wildlife treaties administered by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) – the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), and the African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbird Agreement (AEWA) - together with Environment for the Americas (EFTA). Source : United Nations ( Environment ) Read UPSC Current affairs and Daily News Analysis from Best IAS Coaching in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy Global Humanitarian Response Plan: COVID-19 (April – December 2020) GHRP May Update The United Nations and partner agencies have launched a 6.7 billion US dollar global appeal to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, more than trebling an earlier appeal made by the UN chief.

About: The COVID-19 Global Humanitarian Response Plan was launched on March 25th, but with humanitarian needs rising, the plan is calling for an injection of 6.7 billion US dollars for the remainder of 2020. The plan puts special focus on more vulnerable countries and combating food insecurity and gender-based violence. The updated appeal adds nine vulnerable countries to the 54 nations covered in the initial appeal -- Benin, Djibouti, Liberia, Mozambique, Pakistan, the Philippines, Sierra Leone, Togo and Zimbabwe.  Source : The Hindu ( International ) Read UPSC Current affairs and Daily News Analysis from Best IAS Coaching in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy Coronavirus: India rates '100' on Stringency Index A Stringency Index created by Oxford University shows how strict a country’s measures were responding to the Covid-19 outbreak, and at what stage of the spread it enforced these.

About: It is among the metrics being used by the Oxford COVID-19 Government Response Tracker. It tracks 17 indicators of government response. These indicators examine containment policies such as school and workplace closings, public events, public transport, stay-at-home policies. The Stringency Index is a number from 0 to 100 that reflects these indicators. A higher index score indicates a higher level of stringency.  Important Info : Key findings on India: The Stringency Index has found that India indeed had one of the strongest lockdown measures in the world — at a 100 score since March 22.It was relaxed slightly on April 20 after the government eased norms for certain workplaces in regions outside the red zones.In countries such as the UK, the US, and India, the Oxford graphs find that the death curve has not flattened after strictest measures were enforced.  Source : Indian Express ( Polity & Governance ) Read UPSC Current affairs and Daily News Analysis from Best IAS Coaching in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy INSTITUTE OF NUCLEAR MEDICINE & ALLIED SCIENCES (INMAS) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed and produced by Indian Navy has been tested by INMAS and is certified to be mass produced and used in clinical COVID situations. INMAS is a DRDO organization tasked with testing and certification of PPE.

About: Parent Body: INMAS is a laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Established in: 1961.  Location: New Delhi.  Important Info : Mandate: This multidisciplinary laboratory is engaged in R&D activities in the field of Radiation, Imaging Sciences, CBRN technologies, Nuclear medicine research and responding to nuclear accidents and explosions.Since 1960s it offers a two-year diploma in radiation medicine, making it the first formal training program in nuclear medicine in the world.A major development in the recent past has been the establishment of NMR, PET-Cyclotron facility that has contributed towards development of technologies for enhancing combat efficiency besides providing clinical research to the Armed forces.  Source : All India Radio ( Science & Technology ) Read UPSC Current affairs and Daily News Analysis from Best IAS Coaching in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy Now you can drive to Kailash Mansarovar from Delhi; first batch flagged off Defence Minister inaugurated the Link Road to Kailash Mansarovar via video conferencing. This link road was constructed by Border Roads Organization (BRO). About: The link road connects Dharchula to Lipulekh (China Border) which is known as Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra Route. The Darchula – Lipulekh road is an extension of Pithoragarh-Tawaghat-Ghatiabagarh road. It originates from Ghatiabagarh and terminates at Lipulekh Pass, the gateway to Kailash Mansarovar. In this 80 Km road, the altitude rises from 6000 feet to 17,060 feet. At present, the travel to Kailash Mansarovar takes around two to three weeks through Sikkim or Nepal routes. Lipulekh route had a trek of 90 Km through high altitude terrain and the elderly yartris faced lot of difficulties. Now, this yatra will get completed by vehicles.  Important Info : Mount Kailash? Mount Kailash is a 6,638 m high peak in the Kailash Range (Gangdise Mountains), which forms part of the Transhimalaya in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China.The mountain is located near Lake Manasarovar and Lake Rakshastal, close to the source of some of the longest Asian rivers: the Indus, Sutlej, Brahmaputra, and Karnali/Ghaghara. Source : All India Radio ( Geography ) Read UPSC Current affairs and Daily News Analysis from Best IAS Coaching in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy What are the safeguards against chemical disasters in India? A gas leak from LG Polymers factory situated on the outskirts of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh killed at least 11 people. The law in India provides protection to victims of such chemical disasters.

Here’s a look at some of these provisions: Bhopal Gas Leak (Processing of Claims) Act, 1985 gives powers to the central government to secure the claims arising out of or connected with the Bhopal gas tragedy. The Environment Protection Act, 1986 gives powers to the central government to undertake measures for improving the environment and set standards and inspect industrial units. The Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991 is an insurance meant to provide relief to persons affected by accidents that occur while handling hazardous substances. Under the National Environment Appellate Authority Act, 1997, the National Environment Appellate Authority (NEAA) can hear appeals regarding the restriction of areas in which any industries shall not be carried out or shall be carried out subject to certain safeguards under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. National Green Tribunal, 2010, provides for the establishment of a National Green Tribunal for expeditious disposal of cases related to environmental protection and conservation of forests. Source : Indian Express ( Disaster Management ) Read UPSC Current affairs and Daily News Analysis from Best IAS Coaching in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy Facebook's "Supreme Court", New Oversight Board, Can Overrule Zuckerberg Facebook’s new oversight board — similar to an independent, internal court — has chosen National Law School of India University (NLSIU) Vice-Chancellor Sudhir Krishnaswamy as one of its first 20 members.

About: Working: The board will make final and binding decisions on what content should be allowed or removed from Facebook and Instagram, based on respect for freedom of expression and human rights. Power: All decisions taken by the board will be implemented by Facebook as long as they do not violate the law. Significance: To moderate content posted on social media platforms, Facebook’s oversight board represents a new model of content moderation for Facebook and Instagram. Notably, the Board will review content referred to it by both users and Facebook Composition: The board comprises of 20 independent Members from over 27 countries which includes former heads of state, judges, journalists, human rights rapporteurs etc. Removal of Members: the board members are independent of the company, and cannot be removed by Facebook based on their decisions. Important Info : Sudhir Krishnaswamy? Sudhir Krishnaswamy is the India Vice-Chancellor of the National Law School of India University.He is also co-founder of the Center for Law and Policy Research, an advocacy organization that has substantially advanced the rights of LGBTQ+ and transgenders in India through impact litigation. Source : Indian Express ( Polity & Governance ) Read UPSC Current affairs and Daily News Analysis from Best IAS Coaching in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy PRIME MINISTER’S RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP (PMRF) SCHEME Union HRD Ministry has recently carried out various amendments in Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship Scheme to boost research in the country.

Key Amendments: To boost research, a dedicated Division is being created in the ministry with the name of "Research and Innovation Division". This division will be headed by a director who will be coordinating research work of various institutions coming under MHRD. Now for the students from any recognised institute/ university (other than IISc/ IITs/NITs/IISERs/IIEST/CF IIITs), the requirement of GATE Score is reduced to 650 from 750 apart from minimum CGPA of 8 or equivalent. Starting Academic Year 2020-21, there will be two channels of entries, one direct entry and lateral entry. In lateral entry, the students, who are pursuing PhD in PMRF granting institutions can also apply to become fellow under the scheme as per new guidelines.  Important Info : Background: The Prime Minister’s Research Fellows (PMRF) Scheme has been designed for improving the quality of research in various higher educational institutions in the country. With attractive fellowships, the scheme seeks to attract the best talent into research.The scheme was announced in the Budget 2018-19.The institutes which can offer PMRF include all the IITs, all the IISERs, Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru and some of the top Central Universities/NITs that offer science and/or technology degrees.  Source : PIB ( Science & Technology ) Read UPSC Current affairs and Daily News Analysis from Best IAS Coaching in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy TIGER POPULATION IN SUNDERBANS According to the latest estimation of tiger numbers in the Indian Sunderbans by the West Bengal Forest Department, the tiger count for the year 2019-20 rose to 96, from 88 in 2018-19.

About: The Sunderbans delta, spread over India and Bangladesh, is the only mangrove forest in the world inhabited by tigers. The increase in the number by eight was significant as it was the biggest annual jump reported from the Sunderbans. The Sunderban mangrove forest is spread over 2,585 sq. km and includes the Sundarban Tiger Reserve and the 24 Parganas (South) Division. Estimation of the number of tigers in the Sunderbans, a world heritage as well as a Ramsar site, has always been a challenge because of the difficult terrain that comprises dense mangrove forests, with creeks and rivulets, and floods twice a day during the high tides.  Source : The Hindu ( Environment ) Read UPSC Current affairs and Daily News Analysis from Best IAS Coaching in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE FOR COIR APPLICATIONS Coir Board signed a MoU with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Madras, to establish a Centre of Excellence for Coir Applications. About: The Centre of Excellence aims at furthering the research work done so far in the coir sector with the support of IIT, Madras. It will also support the development of relevant technology and evolve standards for production and processing through specific projects and monitor research projects. Coir Board will provide a financial assistance of 5 crore rupees initially for a period of two years for the establishment and running of the Centre of Excellence.  Important Info : Coir Board? The Coir Board is a statutory body established by the Government of India under the Coir Industry Act 1953 for the promotion and development of the coir (coconut fibre) industry in India.It is based in Kochi and Alappuzha.The board functions under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME).  Source : All India Radio ( Economy) Read UPSC Current affairs and Daily News Analysis from Best IAS Coaching in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy Read UPSC Current affairs and Daily News Analysis from Top IAS Academy in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy Daily Current affairs and News Analysis Best IAS Coaching institutes in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy Contact Vignan IAS Academy Enroll For IAS Foundation Course from Best IFS Academy in Bangalore Read the full article

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New Job!Job Opening Posting Title: INTERN – ENVIRONMENT AFFAIRS, I (Temporary Job Opening) Job Code Title: INTERN – ENVIRONMENT AFFAIRS Department/Office: United Nations Environment Programme Duty Station: BONN Posting Period: 13 November 2018 – 27 November 2018 Job Opening Number: 18-Environmental Affairs-UNEP-106461-J-Bonn (O) United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity Organizational Setting and Reporting The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. The Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) aims to conserve terrestrial, aquatic and avian migratory species throughout their range. It is an intergovernmental treaty, concluded under the aegis of the UN Environment, concerned with the conservation of wildlife and habitats on a global scale. The Convention maintains close institutional and programmatic linkages with its instruments, even with those agreements that are legally independent. CMS and its agreements are often collectively referred to as the ‘CMS Family’. At present, there are 126 countries, which became Party of the Convention. This internship is located in the UNEP/CMS.... http://dlvr.it/QrQvS4

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World Migratory Bird Day 2020 to be observed today: All you need to know and how to join global campaign

The World Migratory Bird Day aims to bring attention to the need of conservation of migratory birds and their habitats. The global programme helps raise awareness about the numerous threats faced by the birds.

In 2006, the United Nations decided to observe World Migratory Bird Day on two particular dates in a year – the second Saturday in May and October. World Migratory Bird Day 2020 will be celebrated on 9 May and 10 October this year.

Theme

The World Migratory Bird Day is celebrated by a collaborative partnership between two UN treaties – the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) and the African Eurasian Migratory Waterbird Agreement (AEWA) – and the Colorado-based non-profit organisation Environment for the Americas (EFTA).

World Migratory Bird Day 2020 will be observed with the theme of ‘Birds Connect Our World’. This theme is meant to put focus on conservation and restoring the ecological balance, which are closely linked to the survival of migratory birds.

CMS and AEWA said that destruction of wild areas can facilitate the kinds of infectious diseases the world is now combating. Hence, urgent action to better protect and sustain wildlife and their habitats is needed.

Migratory birds have to fight against natural disasters such as cyclones and wildfires that often destroy their habitats.

Poaching also remains one of the greatest threats to the bird population. Around 25 million migratory birds are killed or illegally trapped each year in just 20 Mediterranean countries, says the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals.

How it is celebrated

The World Migratory Bird Day will be celebrated with online events and global meetings. Anyone interested in participating in the global campaign can visit the social media handles of World Migratory Bird Day. Information about more such events can also be found on www.worldmigratorybirdday.org.

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The “post-2020 global biodiversity framework” is to “effectively address” the conservation needs of endangered species and species with an unfavourable conservation status, whose survival is a key indicator of sustainable development.

Global cooperation and partnerships are required to achieve “ecological connectivity” and implementation of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), it was declared as the UN Environment Programme’s (UNEP) 13th Conference of Parties (CoP) on the CMS concluded in Gandhinagar on Saturday. It also called for a post-2020 global biodiversity framework to include a clear commitment to international, regional, bilateral and transboundary cooperation for implementation of the same.

The “post-2020 global biodiversity framework” is to “effectively address” the conservation needs of endangered species and species with an unfavourable conservation status, whose survival is a key indicator of sustainable development.

The IPBES Global Assessment Report on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services has found that an estimated one million animal and plant species now face the threat of extinction.

The CMS is the lead intergovernmental agreement for international cooperation on the conservation of migratory species and their habitats. The post-2020 global biodiversity framework is likely to be adopted by the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP 15) to the Convention on Biological Diversity in China’s Kunming in October.

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via Today Bharat nbsp; Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate through video conferencing the 13th COP of Convention on Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals being organised at Gandhinagar in Gujarat on Monday. The theme of CMS COP13 in India is 'Migratory species connect the planet and we welcome them home'. Meanwhile, a High Level Dialogue was held between ministers and senior officials governments, executives of international organisations and other biodiversity leaders on the eve of the conference. Addressing the dialogue, Union Minister Prakash Javadekar said its time we should also learn from the experiences and success stories of other countries which will benefit us in keeping the biodiversity alive. Key messages from the High-Level dialogue will be incorporated into the Gandhinagar Declaration, which will be proposed by the Government of India for adoption during Conservation of Migratory Species COP13.

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Conference on Migratory species calls for ecological connectivity

Conference on Migratory species calls for ecological connectivity

The Convention on Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals has called for adopting and integrating an ecological connectivity in the new framework to be adopted at the UN Biodiversity Conference in October.

The convention CMS COP 13 concluded last week also demanded various policy measures for protection of migratory species. The conference asked to integrate biodiversity and migratory…

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Conference on Migratory species calls for ecological connectivity

Conference on Migratory species calls for ecological connectivity

The Convention on Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals has called for adopting and integrating an ecological connectivity in the new framework to be adopted at the UN Biodiversity Conference in October.

The convention CMS COP 13 concluded last week also demanded various policy measures for protection of migratory species. The conference asked to integrate biodiversity and migratory…

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Actor Randeep Hooda Removed As UN Environment Ambassador Over BSP Chief Mayawati Joke

Actor Randeep Hooda Removed As UN Environment Ambassador Over BSP Chief Mayawati Joke

Randeep Hooda has come under fire over derogatory comments against BSP chief Mayawati. (File) Mumbai: Actor Randeep Hooda has been removed as the ambassador of the Convention for the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), United Nation’s environmental treaty, following a controversy over his derogatory comments against Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati. Mr Hooda has been under…