India's Mega-Cities Sinking: Urban Crisis Deepens
A 2025 study reveals Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai are sinking due to groundwater extraction. Over 2,400 buildings at risk. Discover the science behind India's next big urban crisis.
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COP30: $2.6 Billion Pledge for Indigenous Land Rights
At Brazil's COP30, nations pledge $2.6 billion to protect indigenous territories and combat deforestation. Historic commitment aims to safeguard rainforests and biodiversity.
3 New Rock Ant Species Found in Indian Himalayas
Researchers from Himachal and Punjabi universities discover three new ant species in Himalayan rocks. Breakthrough expands India's biodiversity knowledge. Read more about this exciting find!
Oman wins seat on UNESCO MAB Council for 2025-2029
Oman secures a seat on UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Programme council, reinforcing its global environmental leadership and commitment to sustainable development goals. Discover how this impacts global ecology.
Mumbai's New Mangrove Parks: Conservation Milestones
Union Minister Piyush Goyal announces transformative mangrove conservation projects in Mumbai, creating urban green lungs and protecting coastal ecosystems.
Expert's Health-First Vision for Cities After Nobel Dialogue
Epidemiologist Tolullah Oni, fresh from Nobel Prize Dialogue, advocates for health-centric urban planning in Bengaluru and beyond, addressing climate change and public health crises.
Secret water world found under Kaziranga grasslands
Groundbreaking study reveals thriving aquatic ecosystem hidden below Kaziranga National Park grasslands, supporting diverse wildlife including endangered species.
Karnataka's urban land monetisation plan for revenue boost
Expert committee recommends strategic urban land monetisation and financial reforms to strengthen Karnataka's economy and fund development projects.
Kaziranga's aquatic census reveals 143 fish species diversity
Groundbreaking survey in Assam's Kaziranga National Park uncovers incredible aquatic life diversity, including rare species and new ecological insights that highlight the park's conservation success.
Shapoorji Pallonji Unveils Nature Mural at Vanaha Pune
Discover how Shapoorji Pallonji's new artistic installation at Vanaha Pune celebrates biodiversity through a magnificent coexistence mural, merging luxury real estate with environmental consciousness.
Artists & Scientists Unite to Save Western Ghats
Discover how Bengaluru's creative minds and scientific community are joining forces through the Eco-Watch program to protect the biodiverse Western Ghats from environmental threats through innovative conservation strategies.
Powai Lake Seeks Ramsar Tag - Maharashtra Leads Initiative
Maharashtra government leads initiative to secure Ramsar recognition for Powai Lake, boosting Mumbai's environmental credentials and wetland conservation efforts.
India's Nature Disconnect: Development vs Environment
New research shows Indians feel disconnected from nature despite biodiversity richness. The Nature Connectedness Index offers crucial insights for sustainable development policies.
New York's Contradictions: The City That Never Ceases to Amaze
Explore how New York City continues to evolve while maintaining its unique paradoxes - from wealth inequality to cultural diversity, and discover what makes it eternally fascinating.
New Marine Amphipod Species Found by Indian Researchers
In a significant marine biology discovery, researchers from Berhampur University and Gujarat have identified two new species of marine amphipods in Indian waters, expanding our understanding of marine biodiversity.
Odisha's Urban Boom: Coastal & Industrial Transformation
Discover how Odisha is transforming from coast to core with massive infrastructure development, smart city projects, and economic diversification driving unprecedented urban growth.
Special Governance Zones: India's Urban Solution
Discover how India's proposed Special Governance Zones could transform urban infrastructure and tackle the administrative crisis plaguing major cities. A revolutionary policy approach to urban reform.
Bengaluru's civic apathy hurts Karnataka rankings: Survey
Shocking survey reveals Bengaluru residents' indifference toward civic issues is negatively impacting Karnataka's overall performance in urban governance metrics. Discover why India's tech capital is failing basic citizen engagement tests.
Gogabeel Lake in Bihar declared Ramsar site
Gogabeel Lake in Bihar's Katihar district has been declared a Ramsar site, becoming the sixth wetland in the state to receive this international conservation recognition and marking a significant milestone for biodiversity protection in India.
71 Villages Seek BMC Integration for Urban Amenities
Seventy-one villages on Bhubaneswar's outskirts are formally requesting integration into the municipal corporation to access improved water supply, sanitation, roads, and other urban amenities currently lacking in their areas.
India's Top 10 Dirtiest Cities 2025 Ranking Out
Exclusive 2025 rankings reveal India's most polluted urban centers. Discover which cities topped the dirtiest list and the critical factors behind their poor environmental performance.
Assam's Rowmari Donduwa Wetland Pushes for Ramsar Status
Discover why environmentalists and local communities are rallying to designate Assam's Rowmari Donduwa wetland complex as a Ramsar site, protecting its rich biodiversity and ecological significance for future generations.
Delhi's 5 Hidden Forests: Secret Nature Escapes
Discover Delhi's best-kept secrets! Escape the urban chaos and explore these 5 hidden forests around the capital that offer pristine nature, rare wildlife, and perfect weekend getaways.
Mumbai's Vanishing Communities: Urban Isolation Crisis
Exploring the social breakdown in Indian metros like Mumbai, where gated communities and digital isolation have replaced traditional neighbourhood bonds and children's play spaces.
Rohtak's Essential Anti-Encroachment Drive Explained
Haryana's Rohtak launches massive anti-encroachment campaign to reclaim public spaces, improve infrastructure, and ensure urban safety. Learn why this drive has become essential.
PCMC residents flag unscientific methods harming rivers, biodiversity
Citizens in Pimpri-Chinchwad raise urgent concerns about unscientific construction methods altering river flow patterns and threatening local biodiversity. Experts warn of long-term environmental consequences.
Earth's Extinction Rate Slows, Surprising Scientists
In a stunning reversal of fortune, global extinction rates among plant and animal species have shown significant slowdown, surprising scientists worldwide with this unexpected environmental development.
India's Urban Planning Needs Complete Overhaul
India's urban planning crisis goes beyond land use. Discover why integrated planning focusing on mobility, environment, and governance is crucial for sustainable cities.
Indian Cities Sinking: 900 Sq Km Land Subsidence Crisis
Groundbreaking study reveals alarming land subsidence affecting major Indian metropolitan areas, with Delhi-NCR and Kolkata facing the highest risk of gradual sinking.
6 New Bat Species Discovered in Philippines
Scientists discover six previously unknown bat species in the Philippines, highlighting the country's crucial role as a global biodiversity hotspot and the importance of conservation efforts.
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