Clear New Year Morning in Punjab, Haryana; Fog to Return
Punjab and Haryana welcomed 2025 with clear skies and normal visibility. The IMD forecasts dense fog to return from January 2-6. Get the latest weather updates and minimum temperatures here.
Category : Climate Change
Mangaluru's ICAR-CMFRI Drives Cleanliness & Awareness Drive
ICAR-CMFRI Mangaluru spearheaded Swachhta Pakhwada with campus cleanups, a major Tannirbhavi Beach plastic drive, and a Kisan Diwas event. Learn about their push for sustainability.
Delhi's Best Air Quality in 8 Years Recorded in 2025
Delhi's air quality improved significantly in 2025, with PM2.5 levels dropping and 'good' AQI days increasing. Discover the science-led strategies behind this environmental victory.
13-Year Street Theatre Crusade Saves India's Vultures
Discover how S Bharathidasan uses unique street theatre and puppetry to spread awareness about vulture conservation in South India, tackling threats like NSAID poisoning. Join the mission to protect our ecosystem's vital scavengers.
Delhi Adopts Eco-Friendly Tech to Treat Yamuna-Bound Drains
Delhi govt will use rock filters & aquatic plants to treat polluted water in 4 drains before it enters Yamuna. NMCG-approved NbS initiative is a cost-effective, sustainable step for river rejuvenation.
Surat weather: Light rain, higher night temperatures
Surat and parts of South Gujarat experienced light rain and cloudy skies on Thursday, disrupting daily life. IMD predicts isolated showers for Friday. Night temperatures rose significantly across the region.
Surprise Mumbai Rains on New Year, Highest January Shower in 12 Years
Mumbaikars woke up to unexpected rain on New Year's morning due to moisture-laden Arabian Sea winds. IMD data shows Santacruz recorded its highest January rainfall in over a decade. Get the full forecast.
Swiss Bar Explosion: 40 Dead, 115 Injured in Alpine Tragedy
A devastating explosion at Le Constellation bar in Switzerland kills 40, injures 115. Police commander Frédéric Gisler warns identifying victims will be a lengthy process. Follow for live updates.
Andhra Pradesh Records 25% Excess Northeast Monsoon Rainfall
Andhra Pradesh witnessed 25% excess rainfall in the 2025 northeast monsoon, with Nandyal district leading at 67% surplus. IMD data reveals a wet October driven by Cyclone Montha.
China Raises Condom Prices to Encourage More Children
China is reportedly increasing condom prices as part of a strategy to reverse its declining birth rate. Experts debate the effectiveness of this controversial policy. Read more.
Man killed in wild elephant attack in Karnataka
A 61-year-old man was trampled to death by a wild elephant in Karnataka's Hassan district. The incident highlights the growing human-elephant conflict in the region. Read more.
Delhi records best air quality in eight years in 2025
Delhi's air pollution shows significant improvement in 2025, with PM2.5 and PM10 levels falling to their lowest in eight years. Read the full report on the capital's cleaner air.
Cold Wave Alert: North India Braces for Chill Till Jan 5
The India Meteorological Department warns of a severe cold wave gripping Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi until January 5. Stay updated on weather alerts and safety tips.
IMD Forecast: Colder Days, Dense Fog to Grip North India
IMD predicts colder temperatures and dense fog across North India, disrupting travel. January 2026 temps likely below normal, impacting rabi crops. Get the full forecast details here.
IMD: 2025 India's 8th warmest year, 2016-25 warmest decade
IMD's climate summary reveals 2025 as India's 8th warmest year on record, with the 2016-25 period the warmest decade. January 2026 forecast predicts colder nights for north, central, east India. Read the full report.
India's Driest December Since 2001, Delhi Sees No Rain
December 2025 was India's 5th driest since 1901, with a 69% rainfall deficit. Delhi recorded zero rain, a rare event. IMD cites weak western disturbances and unfavorable MJO. Read for full forecast.
Margao's Waste Gasification Plant Aims for Jan 2026 Launch
Margao Municipal Council targets Jan 26, 2026, to commission its advanced waste gasification plant at Sonsoddo. The Rs 7.2 crore project promises a sustainable solution to the town's garbage woes. Read the full update.
Colder January Forecast Lifts India's Winter Crop Prospects
India's IMD forecasts a colder January, aiding key rabi crops like wheat. This weather shift promises higher yields and could ease food inflation. Read the full forecast analysis.
Dense Fog, Cold Wave Alert for North & East India
IMD forecasts dense fog and cold wave conditions across multiple states including Delhi, UP, and Bihar till January 8. Flight operations impacted. Stay updated.
Grassroots effort revives Chhattisgarh's state animal
Forest communities in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve pledge to protect habitats and curb fires to revive the endangered wild buffalo population. A unique conservation model emerges.
Tamil Nadu Monsoon Ends with 3% Rain Deficit
The 2023 North East Monsoon concluded in Tamil Nadu with a 3% rainfall deficit. Key districts faced shortfalls, impacting agriculture. Get the full IMD report and regional analysis here.
Gujarat's first raptor survey in protected areas on Jan 24-25
Gujarat's first survey of birds of prey on Jan 24-25 in 26 protected areas aims to establish a baseline for resident and migratory raptor conservation. A statewide survey is planned for next year.
IMD Forecast: India to Face Colder January 2025
The India Meteorological Department forecasts a colder January 2025 with below-normal temperatures across most regions. Discover the detailed weather outlook and its potential impacts on health and agriculture.
First Record of Goby Fish in India Found Near Gopalpur
Scientists from ZSI discover Bathygobius meggeti fish species for the first time in India near Gopalpur, Odisha. The find highlights ecological importance of artificial rocky habitats. Read more.
Gurgaon's worst December air sparks 24-hour protest fast
Social worker Gauri Sarin fasted for 24 hours on New Year's Eve, demanding enforcement of GRAP norms as Gurgaon's AQI hit an 8-year high. Read about the citizen-led protest for a pollution-free city.
AP 2025 Weather Deaths: Lightning Claims 86 Lives
Andhra Pradesh witnessed over 100 deaths from extreme weather in 2025, with lightning strikes being the biggest killer. Srikakulam district was the worst-hit. Get the full data and analysis here.
Earth Reaches Perihelion on Jan 3, 2026: Key Facts
Earth reaches its closest point to the Sun, called perihelion, on January 3, 2026. Discover why it doesn't cause seasons and how it affects our planet's speed and climate cycles. Read more.
Transgender Woman Leads Community Empowerment via Farming
Sahana, a transgender woman from Karnataka, is transforming lives by leading a livestock farming collective, providing sustainable income and dignity to her marginalized community. Discover her inspiring journey.
Delhi Sees Coldest December Day in 6 Years on New Year
New Year 2026 ushered in wet weather for Delhi and Mumbai, with Delhi recording its coldest December day in six years. Get the full weather forecast and updates.
Delhi Fog Hits Flight Ops, Air Quality Deteriorates
Dense fog blankets Delhi and parts of India, causing severe flight disruptions and pushing air quality into 'very poor' and 'severe' categories. Check travel advisories.
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