Category : Climate Change


US Issues 30-Day Waiver on Iranian Oil to Boost Supply

The US has issued a 30-day sanction waiver for Iranian oil already at sea, aiming to inject 140 million barrels into global markets and ease supply pressures amid Middle East tensions. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized the move is temporary and

Iran Fires Missiles at Diego Garcia Base, Both Fail to Hit

Iran launched two intermediate-range ballistic missiles toward the strategic Diego Garcia military base in the Indian Ocean. One missile broke apart mid-flight, while a US warship intercepted the second. The incident occurs amid heightened US military dep

SC Appoints Amicus for Yamuna Pollution, Questions STP Delays

The Supreme Court appointed senior advocate K Parmeshwar as amicus curiae to develop a comprehensive plan for treating effluents from Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad flowing into the Yamuna, while raising concerns over sewage treatment plant delays.

Maharashtra Tiger Reserves Tighten Rules After Tadoba Incident

Maharashtra's forest department will enforce stricter visitor conduct rules across all tiger reserves ahead of the peak tourist season, following a recent incident at Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve where tourists alighted from their vehicle to film a tiger.

Telangana Budget Ignores Environment, Experts Warn

Environmentalists express concern as Telangana's state budget fails to allocate dedicated funds for air and water pollution, urban flooding, and green cover protection, despite long-term sustainability goals.

New Waste Rules, Same Old Crisis in Punjab and North India

Stringent Municipal Solid Waste Rules effective April 1, 2026, aim to tackle legacy waste and enforce segregation, but systemic failures in Punjab and North India highlight ongoing struggles with implementation and accountability.

Madurai Channel Clogged with Waste, Health Risks Persist

The Pudur channel in Madurai's Matthuthavani is carpeted with plastic, food waste, and bottles, causing blockages and foul odors. Residents blame restaurants and passersby, while officials promise stricter enforcement and cleanup.

Water Wars Impact Livelihoods, Need Policy Focus

Economic shocks from transboundary water conflicts are reshaping livelihoods, requiring urgent policies for labour and social protection, as highlighted by experts Sushanta Mahapatra and Madan Meher.

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