DNA Report Shows Sharp Decline in Elephant Population
New DNA-based research reveals significant elephant population decline due to shrinking habitats and fragmented redistribution. Learn about the conservation crisis and its implications.
Category : Climate Change
Vehicle emissions drive dangerous NO2 rise in Delhi
Delhi faces alarming nitrogen dioxide surge from vehicle emissions. Experts warn of severe health risks and demand urgent action. Learn how to protect yourself.
Concerns Over Air Quality Data Micro-Management
Experts raise alarms about potential manipulation of India's air quality data through bureaucratic overreach. Learn how this affects pollution control efforts.
Karnataka Tests Air-to-Water Tech for Drought Relief
Karnataka launches innovative air-to-water technology pilot to combat severe drought affecting 80% of state's geographical area. Learn how this solution could transform water scarcity.
Punjab Flood Victims Still Homeless After 4 Months
Four months after devastating floods in Punjab's Sultanpur Lodhi, two sisters live in a makeshift field shack as their home remains destroyed. Their story highlights ongoing flood rehabilitation challenges.
6 Rivers That Flow Backwards: Nature's Marvels
Discover 6 remarkable rivers worldwide that flow backwards due to tides, floods, and geological shifts. Learn how this rare phenomenon transforms landscapes and ecosystems.
India gets 8 cheetahs from Botswana in Project Cheetah
President Murmu attends handover of 8 cheetahs from Botswana to India under Project Cheetah. Historic moment for wildlife conservation and cheetah reintroduction program. Read more.
India gets 8 cheetahs from Botswana in conservation push
Botswana formally handed over eight cheetahs to India during President Murmu's state visit. The big cats will join Kuno National Park's cheetah reintroduction project. Read more about this wildlife conservation milestone.
Climate Scientist Returns With Dire AMOC Collapse Warning
NASA scientist James Hansen, who warned Congress in 1988, returns with alarming research about accelerated climate change and potential AMOC collapse within decades.
India 9th in Climate Risk Index: Key UPSC Insights
India ranks 9th among countries worst hit by climate disasters with 80,000 fatalities and $170B losses. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants covering CRI report and climate initiatives.
India Among Top 10 Worst-Hit by Climate Change
Germanwatch's Climate Risk Index 2026 reveals India ranks 9th among countries most affected by climate disasters from 1995-2024, with 80,000 deaths and $170 billion in losses.
Fossil Fuel Carbon Emissions Reach Record High in 2023
Global carbon emissions from fossil fuels hit unprecedented levels in 2023, rising 1.1% to 36.8 billion metric tons. Urgent climate action needed to curb dangerous warming trends.
155 Punjab Farm Fires Despite SC Stubble Burning Order
Supreme Court directs Punjab to report on stubble burning measures as 155 farm fires detected. State claims 70% reduction in incidents, minister blames residue burning in inaccessible areas.
Indigenous Protesters Defend COP30 Summit Incursion
Indigenous protesters defend their COP30 summit incursion as climate talks advance. Al Gore delivers presentation while US faces criticism for snubbing crucial climate summit despite historical pollution record.
Heat Study May Raise Packaging Norms for Food Delivery
India launches study on plastic food packaging safety amid rising temperatures. Findings could revise compliance norms for Zomato and Swiggy, impacting the $48 billion food delivery market.
India 9th in Climate Risk Index: 80,000 Lives Lost
India ranks 9th among countries worst affected by climate disasters, with 80,000 fatalities and $170 billion in losses since 1995. Learn about India's climate resilience journey.
Odisha Cold Wave: Kandhamal Temperature Dips to 8.5°C
Kandhamal district experiences severe cold wave with temperatures plummeting to 8.5°C. IMD predicts continued chilly conditions across Odisha. Stay informed about weather updates and safety measures.
Goa's 5th Wettest Post-Monsoon Season in 125 Years
A persistent Arabian Sea depression caused Goa's 5th wettest post-monsoon in 125 years, with a 143.9% surplus rainfall, severely disrupting tourism and agriculture. Discover the climate change link.
Cold Wave Alert: 7 Jharkhand Districts on Yellow Alert
IMD warns of cold wave in 7 Jharkhand districts till Nov 15. Temperatures to dip below 10°C with dense fog. Stay updated and take precautions.
US Business Executives Missing at UN Climate Meeting
American corporate leaders were notably absent from COP28 climate talks in Dubai, raising questions about US climate commitment. Discover why this matters for global climate action.
Massive Solar Storm Triggers Auroras Across US States
A powerful X5.1-class solar flare has struck Earth, creating breathtaking auroras visible in 21 US states and triggering a rare Ground Level Event. Discover the impacts and viewing opportunities.
Indigenous Protesters Breach Cop30 Security in Brazil
Approximately 50 protesters forced entry into Cop30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, leading to scuffles with security. Two guards sustained minor injuries as tensions flare over Indigenous representation.
CAQM to get accurate stubble burning data by December
CAQM will receive verified data on stubble-burnt farms by December using satellite mapping and ground validation. This aims to tackle Delhi's severe air pollution crisis effectively.
CAQM questions Fatehabad DC over 28 farm fires in 2 days
Despite Haryana's 77% reduction in stubble burning, Fatehabad district faces CAQM scrutiny after 28 fire incidents in two days. State aims for zero stubble burning within two years.
Indigenous Protesters Storm COP30, Clash With Security
Violent clashes erupt at COP30 climate summit in Brazil as Indigenous protesters demand forest protection. Security injured, UN confirms damage. Summit to resume Wednesday.
SC Seeks Punjab, Haryana Response on Stubble Burning
Supreme Court demands Punjab and Haryana explain steps to control stubble burning amid allegations of false air quality data. Read the latest developments.
G4 Geomagnetic Storm Creates Aurora Across US
A powerful G4 geomagnetic storm painted American skies with rare aurora lights from New York to New Mexico. Witness how solar chaos created cosmic beauty that united the nation.
Kolkata records 17°C as winter chill hits Bengal
Kolkata experiences early winter with temperatures dropping to 17°C, 3 degrees below normal. Birbhum at 14°C, Darjeeling hills at 8°C. Cold spell to continue for 48 hours.
India-Botswana Cheetah Translocation Agreement Signed
India and Botswana announce groundbreaking cheetah translocation agreement. Learn how this historic pact will bring African cheetahs to Indian wildlife reserves.
Delhi AQI at 425: Stage III GRAP Restrictions Activated
Delhi's air quality plunges to severe levels at 425 AQI, triggering Stage III GRAP restrictions. Essential vehicle guidelines and pollution control measures explained. Stay informed!
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