Bengaluru Air Quality Improves 44% This Diwali
Bengaluru witnessed a remarkable 44% improvement in air quality this Diwali compared to last year, marking a significant environmental achievement for India's tech capital.
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India's Forests Grow: UN FAO Report 2025 Reveals Positive Trend
India defies global deforestation trends with significant forest growth. Latest UN FAO GFRA 2025 data shows promising results - crucial knowledge for competitive exams.
Delhi CM Proposes Cloud Seeding to Fight Pollution
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta pushes for cloud seeding technology as essential solution to combat the capital's severe air pollution crisis during winter months.
Inflatable Frog Costumes Sweep US Anti-Trump Protests
Discover why American activists are donning giant inflatable frog costumes during protests against Donald Trump and what this bizarre trend signifies about political resistance.
Pune replaces wood pyres with eco-friendly crematoriums
Pune Municipal Corporation takes decisive environmental action by planning gas and electric crematoriums to replace traditional wood pyres, tackling severe air pollution concerns across the city.
Bombay HC Orders Protective Wall for Sanjay Gandhi National Park
In a crucial environmental move, the Bombay High Court has established a dedicated committee to oversee the construction of a protective boundary wall around Sanjay Gandhi National Park, addressing long-standing encroachment concerns.
Google Earth Gets AI Power: Answer Climate Questions
Google Earth revolutionizes environmental monitoring with Gemini AI integration. Ask questions about climate patterns, floods, droughts and get instant AI-powered insights from satellite imagery.
Punjab farmers booked for stubble burning in Sangrur
Sangrur police take action against agricultural pollution as three farmers booked for violating stubble burning ban. Case filed under environmental protection laws.
Delhi gets Finnish dredger for Yamuna cleanup
Delhi government acquires advanced dredging machine from Finland to accelerate Yamuna river cleanup, targeting toxic foam and sludge removal with cutting-edge technology.
Yamuna Sipping Row: BJP & AAP Clash Over River's Cleanliness
Delhi's political heavyweights clash over Yamuna's water quality as BJP leaders perform ritual sipping while AAP accuses them of misleading citizens about the polluted river's actual condition.
India's Rivers Drowning in Data Gaps Crisis
Shocking revelations about how missing and unreliable data is crippling India's river conservation efforts. Discover why our rivers are facing an information crisis that threatens their very survival.
JSPL's Forest Permit Crisis in Odisha
Jindal Steel and Power Limited faces operational hurdles as crucial forest land permits remain unresolved in Odisha, sparking high-level discussions with state authorities.
Puducherry villagers protest tree cutting for highway widening
Residents of Kuyilapalayam protest massive tree cutting along State Highway near Auroville for road widening project, demanding environmental protection and alternative solutions.
Beyond GDP: Why Growth Requires Constant Renewal
Discover why economic growth requires continuous renewal across education, governance, and environmental sustainability. Essential insights for UPSC aspirants and policymakers.
Delhi's Toxic Air: The Real Culprits Revealed
Unmasking the primary sources choking Delhi's air - from farm fires to urban pollution. Discover the complex web of factors creating India's worst air quality crisis and what needs urgent fixing.
Bombay HC Extends Ambernath Biomedical Waste Plant Deadline
The Bombay High Court extends deadline for Ambernath's alternative biomedical waste facility, addressing environmental concerns and healthcare infrastructure needs in Maharashtra.
Bombay HC Protects Sanjay Gandhi National Park from Encroachment
The Bombay High Court intervenes as illegal constructions threaten Mumbai's green lung. Authorities ordered to address boundary wall issues protecting Sanjay Gandhi National Park from encroachers.
Indian innovator Kushagra Srivastava in global MB100 leaders
Chakr Innovation CEO Kushagra Srivastava joins prestigious Meaningful Business 100 list for revolutionary pollution control technology, marking India's growing impact in climate solutions.
Sunil Amrith's 'Burning Earth' Wins 2025 Book Prize
Harvard historian Sunil Amrith's groundbreaking work on climate change and South Asian environmental history secures the 2025 British Academy Book Prize with its powerful narrative.
US Climate Research Faces Major Funding Cuts
America is dramatically reducing its climate research funding, potentially jeopardizing global efforts to combat climate change and monitor environmental shifts.
Haryana cleans Yamuna for Chhath Puja with water release
In a significant environmental initiative, Haryana releases additional water from Hathnikund Barrage to improve Yamuna's water quality ahead of Chhath Puja celebrations in Delhi. Discover how this strategic move aims to ensure cleaner rituals for devotees
Panipat industries shut till Chhath Puja for clean Yamuna
Haryana authorities order temporary closure of industrial units in Panipat to maintain Yamuna river water quality during Chhath Puja. Learn how this environmental measure impacts local businesses and devotees.
SC Judge: India, Sri Lanka Must Lead Environmental Pact
Supreme Court Justice B.R. Gavai calls for India and Sri Lanka to lead regional environmental constitutionalism, emphasizing judicial collaboration and climate justice at Jaffna conference.
Farmer booked for stubble burning during Diwali in Palwal
Haryana police register case against farmer for crop residue burning during Diwali in Palwal district, highlighting the ongoing battle against pollution despite seasonal celebrations.
Guwahati Flyover Sparks Tree Protection Clash: PWD Acts
Public Works Department officials conduct emergency inspection of Guwahati flyover construction site amid growing concerns about tree preservation and environmental impact.
Bhubaneswar cracks down on plastic manufacturers
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation launches unprecedented crackdown on plastic manufacturing units to combat environmental pollution. New enforcement strategy targets source of plastic waste.
Guwahati's Quietest Diwali in 5 Years: Noise Levels Drop
Guwahati witnessed its most peaceful Diwali celebrations in half a decade as noise pollution levels saw remarkable decline. Assam Pollution Control Board data reveals significant environmental improvement during the festival of lights.
Guwahati's Moderate Air Quality After Quiet Diwali
Guwahati's restrained Diwali celebrations resulted in significantly better air quality compared to previous years, with AQI remaining in the 'Moderate' category post-festival.
London woman fined £200 for pouring coffee down drain
A London resident's simple act of pouring leftover coffee down a drain resulted in a shocking £200 fine, sparking nationwide debate about pollution regulations and common household practices.
JSPL's iron ore mine permit revoked in Keonjhar
The Odisha Forest Department cancels JSPL's mining permit in Keonjhar district for serious environmental norm violations, dealing a major blow to the company's iron ore operations.
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