Why city soil is crucial for urban ecology
Discover the vital ecological functions of soil hidden beneath India's urban landscapes—from parks to streets. Learn why protecting this resource is key to sustainable city living.
Discover the vital ecological functions of soil hidden beneath India's urban landscapes—from parks to streets. Learn why protecting this resource is key to sustainable city living.
Chamba administration creates multi-level committees to regulate fertiliser sales, prevent smuggling, and promote judicious use after Delhi blast linked to ammonium nitrate.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin unveils an AI-designed lunar device that converts moon dust into energy, solving the critical power challenge of the two-week lunar night. Discover how this innovation works.
NASA's Perseverance rover has recorded 55 electric spark events on Mars, confirming a long-held scientific theory. This discovery could reshape our understanding of the Red Planet's atmosphere and climate. Read the full details here.
BCCI curator selects a red-soil pitch at Cuttack's Barabati Stadium for the high-voltage India-South Africa T20 on December 9, promising a high-scoring contest. Read details.
Goa ministers demand action from contractor over severe dust pollution from Porvorim elevated corridor. Air quality in Panaji now equals smoking 3.2 cigarettes daily. Read about the health crisis and official response.
Ahmedabad's air quality remains hazardous as Opposition Leader Shehzad Khan Pathan accuses AMC of negligence in dust control across major civic projects. Read the full report.
Doctors in Goa report a sharp rise in asthma and allergy cases due to severe dust pollution in Panaji and Porvorim. Experts urge N95 mask use and immediate preventive action to curb health risks.
Delhi's Municipal Corporation approves urgent measures to tackle pollution, focusing on road repairs to curb dust. Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh mandates immediate implementation. Read for details.
Panaji's air pollution is now 18 times above WHO safe limits, causing severe health issues. Residents face respiratory crises as construction dust chokes Goa. Read more.
Mumbai's BMC issues notices to bullet train & coastal road projects for flouting dust rules. Only 38% of city's sites have mandatory AQI sensors installed. Details inside.
Wildlife activists allege the Karnataka Forest Department violated multiple norms by using heavy machinery to dig pits in the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary. Read the full report.
Administrative neglect in Hisar's Adampur causes asthma surge as incomplete road and sewer projects create dust pollution, forcing residents to relocate. MLA demands immediate action.
KVK Dalipnagar educates 70+ farmers in Amauli Thakurain on converting crop residue into soil nutrients. Learn how to access 80% subsidy on agricultural machinery for sustainable farming.
NASA's Perseverance rover records first evidence of electrical discharges during Martian dust storms. Scientists confirm tiny sparks that could impact future missions.
Explore how India's diverse soil types influence crop patterns, regional agriculture, and the growing soil health crisis threatening food security. Learn about sustainable solutions.
MCD deploys 14 new mechanical road sweepers in Delhi under NCAP to combat dust pollution. Fleet to expand to 70, targeting major roads and pollution hotspots for cleaner air.
Alarming soil degradation in Nagaland's Dhansiripar region turns fertile land unusable. Study reveals acidic soils, erosion risks. Urgent conservation needed. Read full analysis.
Tired of endless dusting? Discover 7 powerful, no-cost daily routines to reduce dust, improve air quality, and create a healthier home environment without expensive purifiers.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs officials to combat dust pollution with daily ground reports and before-after photos. Funds assured for cleaning equipment. Read more.
Despite disappointing 2025 UN climate summit results, India must accelerate its carbon market initiative to combat emissions and boost exports. Learn why this domestic action matters.
MCD approves purchase of 14 mechanical road sweeping machines as Delhi's AQI hits 392. Winter action plan and GRAP measures detailed. Read more about Delhi's pollution fight.
Multiple Australian schools face closures after asbestos discovery in garden soil. Health authorities issue urgent warnings as investigation continues across affected areas.
PCMC launches immediate inspections and potential closure of 30 non-compliant RMC plants following MPCB pollution violations. Clean air initiative targets dust and emission control systems.
Global carbon emissions set new record in 2025 as Global Carbon Project warns decarbonisation efforts insufficient. US leads increase while India shows improvement through renewable energy deployment.
Varaha raises $30 million from Mirova to expand its regenerative agriculture carbon project across 675,000 hectares in India, benefiting over 337,000 smallholder farmers. Discover how this investment shapes the future of carbon credits.
Abhishek Nayar predicts Jasprit Bumrah will be lethal on Kolkata's black soil wicket against South Africa. Get the latest on his workload management and expert analysis.
A groundbreaking documentary series reveals why Bengaluru has become India's dust capital, exposing construction chaos, poor waste management, and systemic failures choking the city.
Tech giant Google announces groundbreaking carbon removal partnership with Carbon Neutral Collective to restore Amazon rainforest, marking largest-ever corporate ecosystem restoration commitment.
Global carbon emissions reach unprecedented levels with India reporting the highest absolute increase, pushing the world toward dangerous climate tipping points according to latest UN report.