Andhra Pradesh Expands Air Quality Monitoring Network
APPCB to install 62 new air monitoring stations across Andhra Pradesh, enhancing pollution mapping. Real-time AQI data will now cover more districts. #AirQuality #APNews
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Gurgaon Pollution: Rs 2.8 Crore Fine on Violators
Haryana Pollution Board fines violators Rs 2.8 crore in Gurgaon & Nuh for flouting dust, genset, and industrial norms. Major construction projects shut. Read the full report.
Poetry Unlocks Truth: Deccan Grasslands Are Ancient Savannas
New research uses ancient Tamil Sangam poetry to prove India's Deccan grasslands are biodiverse savannas, not wastelands, urging urgent conservation action.
Anthropause Changed Urban Bird Beaks, Reveals Study
A new study reveals how the COVID-19 lockdowns, or 'Anthropause,' led to evolutionary changes in urban bird beak shapes. Discover the fascinating impact of human activity on nature.
MCD's 2026 Action Plan to Combat Delhi Air Pollution
MCD unveils a detailed 2026 plan to tackle Delhi's air pollution, targeting EV infrastructure, landfill clearance, and traffic decongestion. Union Minister Yadav demands visible air quality improvement within a week.
Cormorants Nest on Power Pylons in Tamil Nadu Wetland
Great cormorants adapt to habitat loss by nesting on 400kV transmission towers near Chennai. A WII study reveals 59 nests, highlighting a shift to artificial structures for conservation.
Himachal Locals Oppose Kashmal Root Extraction in Churah
Residents of Churah in Himachal Pradesh protest the commercial extraction of Kashmal roots, citing threats to biodiversity, water sources, and traditional rights. Read about the community's demands.
India's First Leopard Birth Control Programme Launched
Pune's Junnar division launches India's first leopard sterilisation project. Five female leopards selected for the pilot, aiming to reduce human-animal conflict. Read the full story.
Red Alert in Ludhiana as Dense Fog Cuts Visibility to 50m
Ludhiana faces severe disruption as IMD issues a red fog alert. Visibility dropped to just 50 meters, crippling morning transit. Get the full timeline and 5-day weather forecast.
UP Sees Coldest Day: Lucknow 15.5°C, Fog to Continue
Uttar Pradesh shivered as dense fog caused severe cold day conditions. Lucknow's max temp plunged to 15.5°C, Bahraich to 13.4°C. No relief expected for 2 days. Read the full weather update.
Cold Wave & Fog Grip MP, IMD Issues Alert for Several Cities
Madhya Pradesh faces severe cold wave and dense fog. IMD warns conditions to persist. Bhopal may see slight relief. Get the latest weather updates and city-wise alerts here.
Gurgaon Forest Fire Damages 1 Acre, Rs 2.4 Lakh Loss
A fire in a protected Aravali forest in Gurgaon's Taoru, caused by burning scrap, damaged 1 acre and caused Rs 2.4 lakh loss. Two villagers named in FIR. #ForestFire #Gurgaon
SC Revises Great Indian Bustard Zones, Aiding Renewable Energy
Supreme Court narrows 'no-go zones' for Great Indian Bustard, freeing land for solar & wind projects. New science-led framework balances conservation with India's clean energy goals. Read the full analysis.
Chandigarh gripped by cold wave, dense fog disrupts visibility
Chandigarh experiences a sharp 3°C temperature drop and dense fog, reducing visibility below 120 metres. The IMD forecasts continued cold conditions. Read for safety tips and detailed weather outlook.
Nagpur Plans Volunteer Teams for Leopard Sightings
Nagpur forest department considers volunteer-driven Quick Response Teams for crowd control during urban leopard sightings to reduce human risk. Learn about the new safety initiative.
Kas Plateau Hotels Noticed for Dumping Waste in Forest
Satara forest department warns hoteliers at UNESCO site Kas Plateau over garbage dumping, citing increased man-animal conflict. Legal action threatened. Read more.
Dense Fog Warning Across Bihar, Cold Day Conditions Likely
IMD Patna issues a widespread dense fog warning for Bihar, with cold day conditions predicted in northwestern districts. Relief measures, including bonfires and shelters, are operational. Stay safe.
Bihar Floods 2024 Cause Rs 126 Crore Loss to 2,290 Families
A household survey reveals devastating losses in North Bihar's 2024 floods, with families facing food shortages, displacement, and a severe lack of flood insurance awareness. Read the full report.
New Multi-Purpose Flood Shelter Launched in Assam's Majuli
A state-of-the-art multi-purpose flood shelter's construction begins in Majuli's Bengana Kalia village, enhancing Assam's disaster resilience. Read about this key infrastructure project.
Dense Fog to Disrupt Travel Across 14 Jharkhand Districts
Ranchi Met Office warns of dense fog disrupting rail, air, and road transport across 14 Jharkhand districts. Essential travel advisories and precautions inside.
Monsoon Role in Ocean Carbon Burial Revealed
A landmark 50,000-year study overturns old theories, showing monsoon currents and river sediments, not plankton growth, are the primary drivers of long-term carbon storage in the Indian Ocean seabed.
HC Questions Tree Felling for Highway Widening, Suggests Elevated Road
Uttarakhand High Court questions felling of 4,000 trees for highway widening, suggests an elevated road. Next hearing on Dec 31. Read the full story.
Andhra Pradesh Cold Spell: 3 More Days of Chilly Mornings
Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema face colder mornings as minimum temperatures drop 2-3°C below normal. Key locations like Dumbriguda record 4.4°C. IMD forecasts continued dry weather.
7-Year-Old Girl Killed in Leopard Attack in Bahraich
A 7-year-old girl was killed by a leopard in Bahraich's Ayodhyapurva village. This marks the 5th fatal human-leopard conflict in the district this year. Read about the incident and forest department's response.
Deer killed, dragged 1 km in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve
A young spotted deer was killed & dragged for a kilometre on Pilibhit-Basti road. The driver was arrested under the Wildlife Protection Act, highlighting road dangers in forest areas.
SC Acts to Save Great Indian Bustard from Extinction
The Supreme Court has issued critical directions to preserve the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard, warning it faces the same fate as extinct species like the Golden Toad. Read the full story.
Pune temperature drops to 7.7°C, IMD predicts cold days ahead
Pune's minimum temperature plunges, with Pashan recording 7.7°C. IMD scientist explains the cold wave's cause and forecasts similar conditions for 48 hours. Discover the weather details.
Pune temperature drops: Pashan at 7.7°C, IMD forecasts cold spell
Pune shivers as minimum temperatures drop, with Pashan at 7.7°C. IMD scientist explains the cold wave's cause and forecasts similar conditions for 48 hours. Read for details on affected areas and the science behind the chill.
Delhi-NCR Air Pollution: Minister Sets 1-Week Deadline
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav directs authorities to ensure visible air quality improvement in Delhi-NCR within a week. Key measures include dust removal, traffic decongestion, and strict enforcement.
Dense Fog Alert for North India Until December 25
IMD forecasts dense to very dense fog across nine northern states until December 25, disrupting travel. Delhi AQI remains 'very poor'. Drive safely and check advisories.
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