International Day for Biological Diversity is observed to raise awareness about the importance of biodiversity as the pillar of human civilization. Despite technological advances, humans depend on healthy ecosystems for water, food, and medicine. This year's theme is 'Local efforts for global impact.' Meanwhile, extreme weather conditions are reported in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, where temperatures reached 48.2 degrees Celsius for four consecutive days. https://sambad.in/special/international-day-for-biological-diversity-11860682 #creator program