The Supreme Court has mandated the CAQM to convene an expert panel within two weeks to identify the major causes of worsening air pollution and submit a report. Stay informed on this critical environmental directive.
As the world misses climate targets, experts argue that innovation must go beyond technology to include how we think and make decisions. Climate literacy for leaders is now the urgent need.
Kolkata recorded its coldest January day in 12 years at 10.2°C, with dense fog alerts for Bengal districts. IMD forecasts continued chill. Read for details and safety advisories.
Delhi's air crisis needs a structural fix, not short-term bans. Expert Rashmi Sadana argues for making integrated public transport the city's core to ensure cleaner air and equitable mobility for millions.
Cold conditions grip Kashmir again with light snowfall in higher reaches. Srinagar records a low of 0.5°C. IMD forecasts dry weather ahead. Details on the fresh chill.
Powai Lake, a key Mumbai wetland, faces a severe threat from multiple invasive aquatic weeds. ICAR steps in with scientific assistance to combat the ecological crisis. Learn more about the rescue plan.
Delhi's air quality remained in the 'Poor' category on Monday morning with shallow fog. Minimum temperature settled at 7.2°C. Get the latest weather and AQI updates.
Scientists discover a new species of burrowing snake in Mizoram, India. Learn about this unique nocturnal reptile's features and habitat. Read more!
As India's air quality worsens, expert Leena Srivastava outlines five urgent measures for government action to safeguard public health and move beyond shallow fixes.
New research suggests a fragmented comet's atmospheric explosion 12,900 years ago triggered the Younger Dryas cooling, wiping out mammoths and Clovis culture. Explore the evidence.
A leopard attacked a goat shelter in Bahraich's Sujauli village, killing 13 goats and injuring 6. Forest department alerted. Read details on the human-animal conflict.
IMD warns of severe cold wave, dense fog in North & Central India and heavy rainfall in South from January 6. Check details on disruptions and forecasts.
Noida Authority greenlights a multi-phase project to intercept and treat sewage from city drains flowing into the Yamuna. The plan, mandated by NGT, includes new STPs and bioremediation, with completion targeted for 2028. Read the full story.
Discover five incredible birds whose beaks are not just for eating but are powerful weapons for hunting and survival in the wild. Nature's ultimate tools revealed!
Ajmer Municipal Corporation, PRIA, and locals join hands to restore TT College & Malusar Baoris. A model for water conservation and community participation. Read more.
The Asian Waterbird Census 2026 shows a worrying drop in species and numbers at Surajpur and Yamuna wetlands. Experts blame pollution and human disturbance. Read the full report.
Wind speeds up to 20 kmph brought relief to Delhi-NCR, improving AQI from 'very poor' to 'poor'. Forecast suggests moderate air for Tuesday, but poor conditions may return.
India establishes its own National Environmental Standard Laboratory in Delhi to certify air monitoring gear for local conditions, cutting import reliance and aiming for a share in the $4 billion global market.
Coimbatore's average winter night temperature has finally dropped to the normal 19.4°C after five years of being above normal. Experts cite the Madden-Julian Oscillation pattern. Read more about its impact on health and farming.
Thick fog blankets Delhi, disrupting flights and worsening air quality. Cold wave conditions persist across North India, impacting travel and health.
The unique Galaxy Frog of Kerala's Western Ghats faces extinction threat as photographers damage its habitat. Learn about the tragic loss and the urgent need for responsible wildlife observation.
Bhopal and large parts of Madhya Pradesh reel under severe cold wave and dense fog, with visibility as low as 50 metres. Schools in 19 districts get extended winter break. Read for detailed forecast.
Dense fog enveloped Delhi on Tuesday, reducing visibility to 200m at IGI Airport. IMD forecasts fog for 4-5 days, causing flight delays. Delhi's AQI recorded at 286 in 'poor' category.
A grass fire near Highway 287 in Boulder County prompted evacuations but is now largely contained. Authorities confirm the situation is under control. Read for the latest updates.
ED raids Satat Sampada, alleging FEMA violations & foreign funds to influence India's energy policy. Climate activist Harjeet Singh's premises searched. Details inside.
A severe cold wave grips Rajasthan for the second day, with Vanasthali hitting 4.1°C. Dense fog disrupts flights and traffic in Jaipur. The Met office warns of continued harsh conditions. Read more.
Gurgaon shivered at 5.3°C, its coldest morning this season. IMD warns of dense fog and a further 2-3°C temperature drop across Haryana in the next four days. Get the full forecast.
Gurgaon's AQI recorded 240 on Monday, shifting from 'very poor' to 'poor'. Experts warn of health risks, and the DSS forecasts fluctuating air quality this week. Read more.
An Asiatic lioness was killed after being hit by a vehicle on the Bhavnagar-Somnath highway in Amreli. Forest officials are examining CCTV to find the driver. Read about the high-risk zone for wildlife.
Ashraf Chauhan, a forest tracker, died after being hit by a tranquilizer dart meant for a lioness in Gujarat's Visavadar. This marks India's first human death from such an incident. Read the full investigation details.