A massive fire at Gurgaon's Bandhwari landfill continues to smolder after 24+ hours, with firefighters battling impossible conditions. Officials admit a crucial fire safety scheme remains unimplemented, while residents threaten action over toxic air.
Amrita Singh, daughter of Meenu Batra, an Indian-origin legal interpreter detained by ICE, criticizes the US immigration system as 'broken' and calls for her mother's release after 35 years in the country.
Kolkata experienced thundershowers on Thursday, lowering temperatures and providing relief from heat. The Met office predicts another nor'wester spell before a dry period returns.
Jerin John, a 30-year-old engine technician from Alappuzha, has been trapped on an Iranian vessel for one-and-a-half months due to regional tensions. His family seeks political intervention for his safe return.
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The notorious wild elephant Padayappa was present at a waste treatment facility near Munnar when a major fire broke out, causing significant damage. The animal was safely driven away by forest officials.
Bloomberg's 2026 ranking reveals Asia's richest families, led by India's Ambanis, are consolidating wealth through AI, semiconductors, and real estate, with three Indian families in the top 10.
A national assessment reveals India's 135 bat species are understudied and threatened by urbanization, habitat loss, and climate change, with only 50 dedicated researchers nationwide.
Iran deployed fighter jets to escort Pakistan's Army Chief over its airspace, asserting operational capability amid conflict narratives and rejecting claims of Air Force destruction.
The Geological Survey of India has designated Yana Caves in Uttara Kannada as a national geoheritage site, recognizing its 2.7-billion-year-old rock formations and 61 karst landforms while raising concerns about tourism impact.
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BMC Standing Committee Chairman Prabhakar Shinde has proposed creating a dedicated environment committee to oversee pollution mitigation measures in Mumbai, citing issues like construction debris management.
Delhi's forest department will empanel only agencies with tree transplanter machines and certified arborists to improve low survival rates, as data shows only 42.5% of transplanted trees survived from 2019-2022.
Delhi experienced its hottest day this season with temperatures reaching 40.3°C, four degrees above normal. IMD forecasts a rise to 42°C, while air quality remains poor, triggering GRAP Stage-I measures.
Markus Horlacher, a 75-year-old Swiss wildlife photographer and environmentalist, died in Switzerland after being airlifted from Chennai. A beloved figure in Dharwad, he dedicated decades to conservation and community activities.
Deputy Commissioner Aditya Ranjan announced the relocation of 535 families in Kenduadih due to underground fire and gas leakage risks, with officials inspecting affected areas and prioritizing safety measures.
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Gurgaon's minimum temperature hit 21°C, the highest this season, with IMD forecasting a 4-5°C rise in maximum temperatures over five days. Dry weather prevails across Haryana.
Residents of Halavalli village in Uttara Kannada district were terrified when a 16-foot king cobra was discovered hiding in a house. A rescue team captured and released the snake safely into the forest.
Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik announced the capture of 250 leopards due to population surge and attacks. The state plans leopard safaris in Konkan and western districts, and tiger safaris in Vidarbha.
Mangaluru records 34°C vs Bengaluru's 37°C, but 80% humidity causes significant discomfort. IMD forecasts temperature rise, with coastal districts facing hot, humid conditions while North Interior Karnataka experiences heatwave.
Douglas Dixon, a 61-year-old Florida resident with a Green Card, was deported to Canada after failing to pay taxes, including $12,000 owed, leading to ICE arrest and detention in harsh conditions.
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Forest officials in Similipal seized a handmade gun loaded with cycle balls used as ammunition from an alleged poacher during a night patrol. The innovative weapon reflects increasing ingenuity in wildlife crime.
India Meteorological Department's first long-range forecast for the 2026 Southwest Monsoon indicates below-normal to deficit rainfall across most of Karnataka, with experts urging early government preparations.
Wildlife rescuers in coastal Karnataka report a surge in snakes falling into wells as soaring temperatures force reptiles to seek cooler, damp environments. Experts detail rescue operations and safety precautions.
A forest fire in Ghiroli, Gageshwar, has caused environmental damage and forced wildlife into villages, with residents reporting increased leopard sightings. Officials claim control, but locals dispute this, citing frequent fires and ecosystem harm.
Hassan district faces a severe heatwave with temperatures hitting 40-41°C until April 22, causing water sources to dry up and threatening drinking water supply in villages.
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Araku Valley, known as 'Andhra Ooty,' is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave with temperatures reaching 39.3°C, far above its usual summer highs. Locals compare the hill station to Ramagundam, a town notorious for extreme heat.
The White House downplays economic strain as high gas prices and inflation threaten growth, with a conflict timeline now exceeding Trump's projections, raising unemployment risks.
Former US President Donald Trump has declared a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, aiming for lasting peace in the region, describing the move as an honour.
Spneb, a Humboldt penguin at Paradise Park Wildlife Sanctuary in Cornwall, celebrates her 38th birthday with an ice cake, believed to be the oldest living penguin of her species globally.
Chinese-made shoulder-fired missiles in Iran are challenging US air dominance, damaging advanced jets like the F-35 and forcing tactical shifts in helicopter operations.
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ISRO's Space Applications Centre and ATREE sign an MoU to integrate satellite data with ecological research, focusing on mapping grasslands, assessing land restoration, and supporting India's land degradation neutrality by 2030.
