Category : Climate Change


Varuna Lake Development Debate in Mysuru

Proposed beautification of Varuna Lake in Mysuru stirs debate between activists fearing harm to birds and locals seeking development to prevent encroachment.

Mumbai Water Stock at 28.35%, Up from Last Year

Mumbai's total water stock in seven lakes stands at 4.1 lakh million litres (28.35% of capacity), higher than last year's 25.3%. BMC supplies 3,900 MLD against requirement of 4,200 MLD.

WMO Warns of Likely El Nino Return by May-July

The WMO warns of a likely El Nino return by May-July, with high confidence in its onset. This could weaken Asian monsoons, as IMD forecasts below-normal southwest monsoon for 2026. Severe heatwave grips Maharashtra's Vidarbha region.

Varanasi Heatwave Eases Slightly with Cloud Cover

Varanasi experienced partial relief from intense heatwave on Monday as cloud cover reduced direct sunlight, though temperatures remained high at 41-42°C. IMD forecasts more clouds and possible rain from April 28.

NGT Sets Up Panel to Tackle Groundwater Crisis

The National Green Tribunal has formed a high-level expert committee to address India's worsening groundwater depletion, citing enforcement lapses and over-extraction across states.

Crop residue burning spikes in Haryana and Punjab

Crop residue burning in Haryana and Punjab surged on Monday, with both states recording their highest single-day counts of the wheat harvest season, while Madhya Pradesh continues to dominate overall.

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