Punjab Farm Fires Drop 53%: Just 4 Cases Reported
Punjab reports dramatic 53% decline in stubble burning cases compared to 2024. Only 4 farm fires recorded on Saturday as harvesting season ends. Read the complete district-wise analysis.
Category : Climate Change
India's First Leopard Sterilisation Trial in Pune
Junnar forest division launches India's maiden leopard sterilisation pilot to control population growth and reduce human-animal conflict. A preventive approach inspired by African wildlife management.
Ludhiana Braces for Temperature Drop in December
Ludhiana residents await winter chill as Met department predicts temperature drop after two days. Cold wave expected in first/second week of December with night temperatures 4-5°C below normal.
Mumbai's Tree Policy Risks Ecological Damage
Maharashtra government's new compensatory plantation policy allows tree transplantation anywhere in MMR, raising serious environmental and public health concerns for Mumbai residents.
Ludhiana stubble burning cases fall by 30% this year
Ludhiana district witnesses significant 32.62% reduction in stubble burning incidents during paddy harvest season. Khanna leads with 73% drop. Authorities credit awareness and machinery.
Cyclone Ditwah Floods Tamil Nadu Delta, Thousands Evacuated
Cyclone Ditwah triggers severe flooding across Tamil Nadu's delta districts. Nagapattinam records 14cm rainfall, 154+ vulnerable locations identified. Rescue operations ongoing.
Cyclone Ditwah: Red Alert for North Tamil Nadu
Cyclone Ditwah brings heavy rainfall to Tamil Nadu. Red alert for coastal districts. Chennai braces for intense showers. Stay updated on the storm's path and safety measures.
Bengaluru's Bannerghatta Park faces existential threat
Environmental activists warn of existential threats to Bannerghatta Park, a crucial wildlife corridor connecting Western and Eastern Ghats. Join the conservation effort now!
Kolkata group plants 1000 trees for 4th consecutive year
Ecologic, a nature lovers' forum in Kolkata's New Town, celebrates planting 1000 trees for the fourth straight year. Over 4300 saplings now thrive with 70% survival rate. Join the green movement!
Tamil Nadu Floods: Life Stands Still in Southern Districts
Heavy rains paralyze life in Tamil Nadu's Tuticorin and Ramanathapuram districts. Hundreds of homes submerged, roads inundated as residents struggle for essentials. Read the full report.
Chandigarh's polluted choes expose official claims
Chandigarh's Sukhna Choe, Patiala Ki Rao and N-choe flow with foul-smelling sewage water despite official denials. Environmentalist demands accountability as NGT monitors situation.
10 Dead Sea Turtles Found on Chennai Coast
10 dead sea turtles washed ashore in Chennai, raising concerns for olive ridley conservation. Experts cite fishing nets and pollution as key threats. Read more.
Hyderabad Pollution Crisis: AQI Levels Breach Safety Limits
Hyderabad faces severe winter pollution with AQI levels reaching dangerous heights in multiple areas. Learn about health impacts and expert recommendations for cleaner air.
Kolkata's November Chill: Third Coldest Since 2017
Kolkata experiences unusual November chill with temperatures dipping to 16.4°C. Weather experts predict further temperature drop in early December. Read complete forecast details.
Cyclone Ditwah Submerges Tamil Nadu Paddy Fields
Cyclone Ditwah's relentless rains inundated over 1.25 lakh acres of paddy crops in Tamil Nadu's delta region, devastating farmers and threatening harvest. Read about the agricultural crisis.
Kerala gears up for National Tiger Census 2025-26
Kerala forest department launches three-phase tiger census covering 673 blocks. Training by Periyar and Parambikulam Foundations. Data collection until March 2026.
Ahmedabad Temperature to Drop 2-3°C This Week: IMD
Ahmedabad residents can expect cooler days ahead as IMD forecasts minimum temperature drop of 2-3°C starting Monday. Current temp at 20.4°C, 5.3° above normal.
Punjab Ministers Crack Down on Buddha Dariya Pollution
Punjab officials face strict action if Buddha Dariya rejuvenation fails. Ministers demand proper functioning of treatment plants to combat pollution in Ludhiana.
Himachal Pradesh Snowfall Forecast for December
Meteorological department predicts light rain and snowfall in Himachal's high hills on December 4-5. Dense fog warning issued for Bhakra Dam area. Temperature ranges revealed.
Bengaluru records coldest November day at 21.6°C
Bengaluru experienced its coldest November day with temperature dropping to 21.6°C due to Cyclone Ditwah. IMD explains the unusual 3-4 degree dip. Read more about the weather surprise.
TTD to Switch All Tirumala Vehicles to Electric by 2035
TTD announces major eco-initiative: Replacing all conventional vehicles with electric vehicles at Tirumala to reduce pollution. 10-year plan to increase forest cover from 32% to 45%.
AP Govt's Emergency Plan for Cyclone Ditwah Farmers
Andhra Pradesh launches emergency measures to protect paddy and dairy farmers from Cyclone Ditwah. Rapid procurement and direct payments ensure financial security. Read more.
West Singhbhum Forest Dept Protects Elephants in Saranda
West Singhbhum forest officials launch village outreach and daily patrols to protect elephants from illegal activities in Saranda forest. Join the conservation effort!
Cyclone Ditwah Nears Vedaranyam Coast, 28 Teams Ready
Cyclone Ditwah approaches Tamil Nadu's Vedaranyam coast with 28 disaster response teams on standby. Fishermen warned, evacuation plans activated. Stay informed.
5 animals that went extinct in recent years
Discover 5 animal species declared extinct in recent years due to human activities. Learn about conservation failures and why protecting wildlife matters now more than ever.
Bamboo Shrimp Rediscovered in India After 72 Years
Scientists rediscover the bamboo shrimp in Karnataka and Odisha after 72 years. Learn about this rare species, the challenges faced, and the urgent need for conservation.
Cyclone Threat in Odisha Endangers Farmers' Paddy Crops
Farmers in Kendrapada and Jagatsinghpur districts face crop damage as IMD predicts cyclone formation. Officials urge immediate harvesting to prevent losses. Read full coverage.
Bannerghatta Wildlife Under Threat from Development
Wildlife activists protest Eco-Sensitive Zone reductions and Ring Road flyover threatening Bannerghatta's elephants and tigers. Genetic diversity at risk.
Cyclone Ditwah Brings Rain, Cold Wave to Bengaluru
Cyclone Ditwah impacts Bengaluru with unexpected rainfall and temperature drop. Stay updated on weather alerts and safety measures for the city.
Cyclone Ditwah Red Alert: Tamil Nadu on High Alert
IMD issues red alert as Cyclone Ditwah approaches Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast. 6000 relief camps established, 28 NDRF/SDRF teams deployed. Stay updated on safety measures.
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