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The European Commission’s European Red List of Moths, published on 21 September, says nearly 11% of moth species in Europe and nearly 12% in the EU27 are threatened with extinction. The assessment covers 3,082 species at the European level.
The new rules establish a common customs code and EU Customs Authority while phasing in a shared data hub.
The Commission proposal bars social-media access under 13 and proposes parent-managed accounts limited to one hour daily for ages 13–14.
India raised the monthly wage ceiling for mandatory EPFO coverage from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000, with about 5.1 million additional workers expected to qualify.
UNESCO’s BIOCOM project provides training in construction, entrepreneurship and aquaculture for young people in Madagascar’s Sava region. It aims to widen employment options around Marojejy National Park and reduce pressure on forest resources.
In an assessment published on 11 September, the European Commission concluded that the EU Batteries Regulation’s targets for recycling efficiency and material recovery remain appropriate. The review considered battery technology developments, scientific and technical progress, and current and forecast availability of cobalt, copper, lead, lithium and nickel.
Japan’s environment and agriculture ministries published the second edition of the country’s list of non-native species that may harm ecosystems on 11 September. The ministries had reviewed the 2015 first edition with scientific experts since fiscal 2023, taking account of updated information on species’ spread and ecological impacts.
The Commission strategy seeks more coherent support for 5 million residents across nine EU outermost regions and a yearly structured dialogue.
The Commission proposal would create common intellectual-property valuation and a digital marketplace, and make cross-border R&D procurement easier.
The Finance Ministry submitted an economic package to Congress with assumptions for growth, collections and gradual deficit reduction.
India’s National Biodiversity Authority opened the 16th national meeting of State Biodiversity Boards and Union Territory Biodiversity Councils in Chandigarh on 6 September. The two-day meeting brought together their chairpersons and member secretaries, along with experts and scientists from across the country.
The International Telecommunication Union’s World Telecommunication/ICT Policy Forum in Nassau adopted five non-binding Opinions.
