A comprehensive survey along a 174-km stretch of the Brahmaputra River in Kaziranga Tiger Reserve documented 945 freshwater turtles from seven species, including critically endangered Black Softshell Turtles.
After two days of monsoon-like showers, Chennai is set for a return to colder nights and sunny days from Monday, with rainfall shifting to interior districts. The city recorded temperatures 3.3°C below normal.
Despite MC claims of progress in Buddha Dariya rejuvenation, unattended silt mounds along banks raise health and environmental issues in Ludhiana. AAP MP Seechewal and residents voice frustration over waste re-entering drain.
Baji, a 3.5-year-old male tiger, was captured on trap cameras in Koyna jungles, part of Sahyadri Tiger Reserve, indicating established territory. Officials report three adult males in the reserve.
The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for parts of Himachal Pradesh, predicting intense rainfall and snowfall from January 26-28, 2026. Several districts including Chamba and Kullu are on high alert.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatalli Khamenei has relocated to a fortified underground bunker in Tehran as U.S. warships, including the USS Abraham Lincoln, head to the Middle East. Iran warns of 'all-out war' amid regional tensions and internal unrest.
The Indian Meteorological Department has issued orange and yellow alerts for Himachal Pradesh, predicting heavy snowfall and thunderstorms from Monday, with 835 roads already closed due to disruptions.
Himachal Pradesh faces a significant temperature drop of 4-8°C as widespread snowfall and rainfall are forecast from January 26-28, impacting tourism and road connectivity across the state.
Himachal Pradesh faces a weather alert with predictions of additional rainfall and snowfall across the state, prompting authorities to issue advisories for residents and travelers.
Rescue operations have restarted in Indonesia following severe rainfall and flooding, with 80 people still missing and the confirmed death toll rising to 10. Emergency teams are battling challenging conditions to locate survivors.
Centralia, Pennsylvania, once a thriving coal town, has been burning underground since 1962. What began as a routine landfill fire ignited coal seams, leading to evacuation, demolition, and the town's erasure from maps.
Residents in Sakhalin, Russia, witnessed a rare celestial event appearing as two suns, which was actually a sundog caused by sunlight refracting through ice crystals in the atmosphere.
Mumbai recorded 18 days of unhealthy AQI in January 2026, the highest in MMR, with vehicular emissions and climate change cited as key factors by officials and experts.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly gone into hiding in a Tehran bunker as the US deploys military forces to the region amid nationwide protests challenging his regime.
Discover how Devaki Amma, known as the Grandmother of Forests, transformed land into Thapovanam forest in Alappuzha, creating a haven for migratory birds and nature enthusiasts.
Amid Iran's economic collapse and political repression, women lead protests with the 'Woman, Life, Freedom' slogan. From mandatory hijab laws to recent crackdowns, this movement highlights decades of struggle for bodily autonomy and dignity.
As the US relocates Islamic State detainees from Syria to Iraq amid renewed fighting, an expert explains the Kurdish conflict, shifting US policy, and regional implications under President al-Sharaa's government.
A groundbreaking scientific map reveals Antarctica's hidden landscape of mountains, canyons, and hills beneath kilometers of ice, transforming our understanding of the frozen continent.
Residents of Russia's Sakhalin region witnessed a stunning optical illusion of two suns in the sky. This phenomenon, known as sundogs, occurs due to sunlight refracting through ice crystals in the atmosphere.
The Kremlin has stated that Russia is closely monitoring US plans regarding Greenland, including a reported 'Golden Dome' project, following former President Donald Trump's renewed interest in acquiring the territory.
A 25-year-old Hindu worker, Chanchal Bhowmik, was burnt to death in Narsingdi, Bangladesh. Police are investigating if it was murder or accident, amid concerns over minority safety ahead of polls.
In a groundbreaking discovery, camera traps in Kurseong forest division, North Bengal, have captured two melanistic leopards together, likely the first such sighting in Indian wild. Forest officials and geneticists discuss the implications.
A devastating fire at Karachi's Gul Shopping Plaza has claimed 72 lives after raging for 36 hours. The Saddar area market blaze highlights urgent safety concerns in Pakistan's commercial hubs.
A devastating fire at a shopping plaza in Karachi, Pakistan, has claimed 72 lives, with rescue teams working tirelessly to search for survivors amidst the charred remains of the building.
On the 25th anniversary of the Bhuj earthquake, recall how Pune's Bharatiya Jain Sanghatana built semi-permanent schools for 1.2 lakh students in 90 days, later repurposed for the 2005 Jammu and Kashmir quake.
The United States has formally withdrawn from the World Health Organization, removing its largest donor. This decision threatens global disease monitoring, emergency response capabilities, and public health cooperation worldwide.
Kurdish-Syrian politician Foza Yusif criticizes the US and accuses Turkey of instigating renewed fighting between Damascus and Kurdish forces, following the collapse of a key integration agreement.
A 25-year-old Hindu man, Chanchal Bhowmik, died in a garage fire in Narsingdi, Bangladesh. Police are investigating possible foul play after CCTV footage showed suspicious activity near the scene.
A 25-year-old Hindu man, Chanchal Bhowmik, was burnt to death while sleeping in a garage in Narsingdi, Bangladesh. Police are investigating possible foul play after CCTV footage showed suspicious activity near the scene.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced a major project to make Mumbai's iconic Powai Lake sewage-free by May 2026, aiming to restore its ecological health and enhance the city's green spaces.