Kolkata experienced its coldest day this season with temperatures plunging to 14.5°C. The Met office forecasts a further drop to 14°C on Sunday. Get the full weather forecast and regional temperature details here.
Kolkata's Dawoodi Bohra community launches major environmental push with Project Rise, installing 5300+ bird feeders and leading tree plantations to combat urban ecological decline.
A severe cold wave hits Punjab and Haryana, with Adampur recording 2.2°C. IMD predicts conditions till Dec 7, a brief rise, then another dip. Dense fog likely in Himachal. Get the full weather forecast.
Uttarakhand forest department approves 20.6 km road widening in Bhagirathi Eco Sensitive Zone for Char Dham project, facing protests over loss of 6,822 trees and slope stability fears. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh deploys a new strategy with kumki elephants from Karnataka and potential translocation to tackle wild herds troubling Vizianagaram & Srikakulam for 15 years. Read the full plan.
A new CREA report reveals Delhi's air pollution levels nearly doubled in November 2025 despite reduced stubble burning. Discover the key findings and implications for public health.
India achieves its highest-ever annual clean energy capacity addition of 31.25 GW, led by solar power. Minister Pralhad Joshi unveils new initiatives for Odisha, highlighting the nation's pivotal role in the global renewable surge.
Over 30 Mumbai schools participated in a sustainability mela, championing citizen-friendly climate action. Actor Dia Mirza urged adults to learn from children's conviction.
BMC's ambitious Rs 731-crore biomining project at Mulund dumping ground faces another setback, with the deadline extended to February 2024. Only 5.8 million tonnes of 7.8 million tonnes legacy waste treated so far.
Four climate activists arrested after throwing apple crumble and custard at the Crown Jewels display in the Tower of London. The protest targeted the priceless collection.
From tenrecs with 32 teats to sunfish laying 300 million eggs, discover the incredible adaptations animal mothers use to raise huge litters. Explore nature's ultimate survival stories.
Kolkata woke up to its coldest morning this season as temperatures plunged to 14.5°C. IMD forecasts a further dip and foggy conditions. Get the full weather update.
Ace your UPSC Mains 2026 prep with this week's GS Paper 1 practice. Analyze factors worsening North India's air pollution and why Africa's tropical forests now emit more carbon than they absorb.
Kolkata enjoys a sunny 27.1°C day on Dec 6, ideal for outdoor plans. However, yesterday's severe AQI of 326 urges caution. Check the weekly forecast and health advisories.
Mumbai enjoys a sunny 27°C day with clear skies on Dec 6, 2025. AQI improves to 158 from 'very poor' levels. Check the weekly forecast and health tips for outdoor plans.
Chennai enjoys a pleasant start to December with a high of 28.2°C, an 88% chance of evening showers, and excellent air quality (AQI 22). Plan your week with our detailed forecast.
New Delhi enjoys sunny weather at 25.9°C on Dec 6, 2025, but faces severe air quality with AQI 315. Get the full forecast and health advisories for the week ahead.
IMD's latest weather bulletin predicts dense fog in the northeast, snowfall in the Himalayas, and thunderstorms in the Andaman Islands from Dec 5-10. Get the full day-wise forecast here.
Discover 5 incredible animals, including the tailless tenrec and Arctic fox, that use large litters as a survival strategy. Learn how evolution bets on quantity in the wild.
An intense Arctic cold snap has plunged central and eastern US into record-breaking sub-zero temperatures. Meteorologists warn of persistent waves of cold and hazardous black ice conditions. Read more.
Four months after the Dharali flash flood, experts warn the 250,000-tonne 'cement-like' debris is a monumental cleanup challenge. Read about the risks and the community's struggle.
Delhi's minimum temperature held at 5.6°C, the season's lowest. IMD forecasts a 3-4°C rise in the next three days with no cold wave alert. Details on the weekend's partly cloudy skies inside.
Uttar Pradesh sees an alarming 18.6% rise in stubble burning incidents in 2025 vs 2024, worsening winter smog. Maharajganj tops list. Experts warn of shifting patterns.
Uttarakhand deploys 15+ personnel in 11 forest divisions after surge in human-wildlife conflicts. CAMPA funds equipment, school curriculum updates planned. Read the full strategy.
A leopard was captured on CCTV in Pune's Pashan-Sutarwadi area early Friday. Forest officials confirm authenticity and install camera traps. Residents advised caution.
Kolkata Municipal Corporation launches a pioneering tree ambulance service. Dial 18001236219 for free diagnosis, treatment, and emergency care for the city's green heritage. A step towards reducing tree mortality.
Discover four powerful books that explain the silent crisis beneath our feet. Learn why soil degradation threatens our future and what we can do to heal it. Start reading to save our planet!
Uttarakhand High Court expresses serious concern over the state's failure to implement court orders on forest fire prevention since 2021. Next hearing on Dec 10.
Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (Kufos) establishes a Centre for Wetland Studies to combat wetland loss, focusing on Ramsar sites like Vembanad Lake. A new study reveals an 85% drop in its water carrying capacity.
Haryana State Pollution Control Board shuts down a Gohana tyre pyrolysis unit for releasing hazardous gases. Authorities acted on public complaints, highlighting environmental enforcement. Read the full report.