Category : Climate Change


Delhi-Dehradun Expressway: 1.95 Lakh Trees Planted

Uttarakhand Forest Minister Subodh Uniyal announced compensatory afforestation of 1.95 lakh trees along the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, featuring a 12-km elevated wildlife corridor to reduce human-animal conflict and cut carbon emissions.

Russia Warns Israel Over Strikes Near Iran Nuclear Plant

Russia has issued a stark warning to Israel that continued airstrikes near Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant could trigger a catastrophic nuclear disaster, with Kremlin officials citing serious danger to Russian personnel on site.

Indore Heat Spike, IMD Issues Heatwave Alert for Western MP

Indore experienced a sharp rise in early morning temperatures, hitting 30.4°C at 8:30 am, with a maximum of 38.8°C. IMD issued a heatwave alert for parts of western Madhya Pradesh and forecast below-normal monsoon rainfall for the state.

IMD Forecasts Heatwave Conditions in Maharashtra This Week

The India Meteorological Department predicts a 2-3°C rise in maximum temperatures till Friday, with heatwave conditions likely in Vidarbha, Madhya Maharashtra, and Marathwada. Temperatures have already exceeded 40°C in several areas.

Akkulam Lake Rejuvenation Stalled by Tender Delays

Repeated delays in finalizing project tenders are hampering the rejuvenation of Akkulam Lake in Thiruvananthapuram, which is heavily infested with water hyacinth and invasive weeds. Despite volunteer efforts, the scale of pollution requires institutional

Wild Elephant Killed by Explosive Jackfruit in Kerala

A 12-year-old male tusker died after biting a jackfruit stuffed with crackers in Kuttampuzha, Kerala. Forest officials have registered a case but face challenges in identifying culprits due to lack of local cooperation.

NMC Transplants Century-Old Banyan Tree in Nashik

The Nashik Municipal Corporation has transplanted a 100-year-old banyan tree at MERI residential quarters as part of a conservation drive for hazardous Ficus species, with plans to relocate 30 more trees across the city under NGT directives.

Goa Reservoirs Below 50% Capacity as Summer Intensifies

Water levels in Goa's key reservoirs have fallen below 50% capacity by mid-April, with Selaulim at 48% and Anjunem at the lowest. Delayed pre-monsoon showers and postponed Sal barrage commissioning exacerbate the summer water crisis.

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