The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has notified the Solid Waste Management Rules 2026, placing stringent responsibilities on bulk waste generators and introducing mandatory segregation at source to promote circular economy.
US Senator Marco Rubio hints at preemptive strike option against Iran as America bolsters military presence in the Middle East amid escalating tensions.
Delhi-NCR faces a drop in temperature with light rain and fog expected. IMD issues yellow alert as AQI stays in Poor category, likely to worsen to Very Poor by weekend.
A twin-propeller aircraft carrying 15 people, including a Colombian lawmaker, crashed near the Venezuelan border, resulting in no survivors. The plane went missing shortly before landing.
A passenger aircraft with 15 people on board crashed in Colombia's northeast, killing all passengers and crew. The Satena flight from Cúcuta to Ocaña lost contact minutes after takeoff.
A recent editorial cartoon from Deccan Herald highlights the urgent need to discourage vehicle use in Indian cities, sparking discussions on urban mobility and environmental sustainability.
A dramatic avalanche struck the popular Sonamarg tourist resort in Jammu and Kashmir, with the entire incident captured on CCTV footage, highlighting the risks in the region.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Senator Marco Rubio testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, defending the strategic capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro as a calculated move, not an act of war.
On the 25th anniversary of the devastating Kutch earthquake, a firsthand account reveals the terror of relentless aftershocks, massive human loss, and how this tragedy fundamentally reshaped India's disaster preparedness and response strategies.
US population growth slowed to 0.5% in 2025, adding just 1.8 million people, driven by a sharp decline in international migration, according to Census Bureau estimates.
American businessman Andrew Torba criticizes H-1B visa holders in US AI research, calling it a national security threat. The H-1B program allows skilled foreign workers in tech fields.
The Greater Bengaluru Authority's climate action cell is conducting multi-stakeholder interactions across wards to develop Ward Climate Action Plans, addressing local climate hazards like flooding and heat stress.
Starting February 1, travelers without a REAL ID or acceptable alternative like a passport will face a $45 fee for domestic flights. Learn about the process, validity, and accepted IDs.
Heavy snowfall and rainfall in Himachal Pradesh have blocked over 800 roads, caused widespread power outages, and disrupted water supply. Kullu district recorded the highest rainfall at 54.2 mm.
Canadian immigration authorities warn FIFA tournament visitors that attending matches doesn't provide asylum pathways. Visitors must depart after visa period ends, with strict screening at application and border stages.
US Representative Ilhan Omar was sprayed with apple cider vinegar during a chaotic town hall meeting in Minnesota. The attacker, Anthony Kazmierczak, allegedly stormed the podium during her anti-ICE speech.
Former US President Donald Trump intensifies pressure on Iran for a nuclear deal, while Tehran issues a stark warning of a 'far worse' and unprecedented retaliatory strike if provoked.
Two US Border Patrol agents involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti have been placed on administrative leave amid escalating tensions over immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota.
A Satena airline aircraft carrying 13 passengers and two crew members has gone missing in Colombia. Authorities have launched search operations for the vanished plane.
The Federal Reserve's FOMC maintains interest rates at 3.50-3.75% after three cuts. Powell notes core inflation at 3%, tariffs driving goods prices, and slowing job growth due to labor force decline.
Delhi Development Authority tells National Green Tribunal that a filled-up pond near Wazirabad was never officially recorded as a wetland, contradicting environmental reports.
Over 66 hours after a fire engulfed two godowns in East Kolkata Wetlands, illegal units continue operating with impunity. Hundreds of warehouses lack fire safety measures, risking lives.
Ghana awards YouTuber IShowSpeed a passport after his Africa tour, recognizing his positive representation of the country and continent to global audiences.
The United States has outlined a Gaza demilitarization plan featuring a weapons buyback program as part of the Trump peace framework, with potential amnesty for Hamas militants.
Federal immigration agents in Minneapolis clashed with journalists and protesters during enforcement operations, with agents threatening arrest and deploying chemical irritants. The incident follows political tensions over immigration enforcement and a re
The US Federal Reserve maintains benchmark interest rates at 3.5% to 3.75% with two dissenting votes favoring cuts. The pause follows three consecutive rate reductions last year as officials assess economic impacts amid political criticism from President
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns Congress that 30,000-40,000 American troops in Middle East bases are within range of Iran's drones and ballistic missiles, calling it a real threat.
U.S. Border Patrol agents involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave pending investigation into the incident.
India has made substantial progress in trade negotiations with the United States, with ongoing discussions alongside parallel talks for a European Union trade pact, marking a pivotal moment in international economic relations.
The US federal government experienced its largest annual loss of scientific expertise in 2025, with over 10,000 STEM PhD scientists departing agencies. This 14% reduction raises concerns about research continuity and innovation capacity.