Iran issues its starkest warning yet, vowing an immediate and comprehensive response targeting Tel Aviv if the US launches any attack, while claiming diplomacy remains possible without coercion.
A massive avalanche hit the remote Warwan valley in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Wednesday morning. Authorities confirm no injuries or property damage, but warn residents to avoid avalanche-prone areas as severe weather persists.
For nearly 5,000 years, northwestern Greenland served as the island's primary entry point, now home to the US Space Force's Pituffik Space Base, highlighting the Inuit's enduring quest for autonomy.
Bhopal faces colder nights with fog and showers forecast. Madhya Pradesh witnesses historic winter rainfall, breaking century-old records in Gwalior.
Delhi faces a chilly Thursday with temperatures dropping to 6-8°C. IMD issues yellow alert for cold, predicts weekend rain with thunderstorms and gusty winds up to 40 kmph.
South-central Maharashtra experiences sudden climate change with temperatures rising 3-5°C due to low-pressure area in Bay of Bengal, impacting agriculture and daily life.
Himachal Pradesh faces a 14% snow cover decline since 2018-19, impacting apple farming and tourism. Scientists warn of long-term ecological consequences.
Hungary openly challenges EU energy restrictions, pledging to continue purchasing Russian natural gas through Turkey's pipeline while warning of energy security risks.
Lucknow experienced light rain and strong winds, with more rainfall predicted for early February due to a western disturbance. The city recorded 1.2-5.6 mm of rain, helping reduce winter rainfall deficits.
Jhansi Rail Division and Uttar Pradesh Forest Department signed an MoU to develop dense forests on 3.39 hectares of railway land using the Japanese Miyawaki method, aiming to enhance biodiversity and combat climate change.
IMD warns of persistent cold wave in northwest India, dense fog across northern and eastern states, and renewed rainfall/snowfall in western Himalayas due to fresh western disturbance.
Gurgaon residents experienced a chilly day with overcast skies and no sunshine. IMD issued a yellow alert for cold wave and dense fog, with temperatures staying below normal across Haryana.
Analysis of the US 'discombobulator' weapon used in Venezuela, exploring sonic weapons, electronic warfare systems, and their disorienting effects on military defenses.
Light rainfall and hailstorm in Noida and Ghaziabad improved air quality from 'very poor' to 'poor' on Wednesday. IMD forecasts cold nights with temperatures dipping to 6-9°C and dense fog on Thursday.
Environmentalists from western UP launch a 225-km protest march to save the Hindon river, declared 'dead' a decade ago. The march highlights severe pollution from industrial effluents and untreated sewage, posing health risks to communities.
Analysis of the US 'discombobulator' weapon used in Venezuela strike, covering electronic warfare, sonic devices, and its role in disabling defenses and capturing leaders.
An environmental reflection on the Aravalli hills as ecological custodians, exploring shared consciousness, human disconnection from nature, and the fragile balance between development and preservation.
Haryana State Pollution Control Board initiates a comprehensive one-month audit of municipal solid waste management in Gurgaon and Faridabad, focusing on segregation, collection, and landfill practices.
President Trump's ultimatum to Iran to negotiate away its nuclear program or face potential attack leaves Tehran in a precarious position. The regime faces humiliating retreat or military strikes amid economic woes and protests.
National Green Tribunal directs Rajasthan's top forest officials to personally intervene, initiate disciplinary action, and carry out fresh plantation over 400 hectares near Kota after compensatory tree plantations failed completely.
Russia signals willingness for direct Putin-Zelensky talks but insists they must be held in Moscow with security guarantees, as Ukraine pushes for resolution on territorial disputes and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear crisis.
Excessive algal growth in Navi Mumbai's DPS Flamingo Lake has raised serious concerns about the upcoming winter flamingo migration. Environmental group NatConnect has urgently appealed to the Maharashtra Mangrove Cell for immediate intervention.
A devastating plane crash in Colombia has claimed the lives of all 15 people on board, including a prominent lawmaker and an election candidate, sparking shock and grief across the nation.
Punjab and Haryana recorded 386% and 341% excess rainfall respectively on Wednesday, with dense fog and cold waves affecting the region. IMD forecasts more storms and snowfall from Jan 30.
Indore experienced a significant temperature drop with maximum falling to 23.3°C and minimum to 12.2°C, influenced by northern snowfall and northeasterly winds.
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has notified the Solid Waste Management Rules 2026, placing stringent responsibilities on bulk waste generators and introducing mandatory segregation at source to promote circular economy.
Delhi-NCR faces a drop in temperature with light rain and fog expected. IMD issues yellow alert as AQI stays in Poor category, likely to worsen to Very Poor by weekend.
A twin-propeller aircraft carrying 15 people, including a Colombian lawmaker, crashed near the Venezuelan border, resulting in no survivors. The plane went missing shortly before landing.
A passenger aircraft with 15 people on board crashed in Colombia's northeast, killing all passengers and crew. The Satena flight from Cúcuta to Ocaña lost contact minutes after takeoff.
A recent editorial cartoon from Deccan Herald highlights the urgent need to discourage vehicle use in Indian cities, sparking discussions on urban mobility and environmental sustainability.