Heavy rains expose Chennai's persistent flood vulnerability. Experts warn encroachments, lost wetlands, and climate change threaten the city despite a Rs 5,000 crore stormwater drain project. Can integrated planning save it?
Delhi enforces strict pollution curbs including 50% work-from-home for offices & vehicle restrictions after 3 severe air days. Supreme Court urges action.
Delhi-NCR battles dense fog and hazardous 'very poor' air quality. Flight delays mount as airlines issue advisories. IMD predicts more foggy days ahead. Stay informed.
Mumbai enjoys clear skies & 30.6°C on Dec 18, 2025, perfect for outdoors. However, poor AQI of 215 from yesterday persists. Get the weekly forecast and essential health precautions here.
Bangalore enjoys bright sunshine with a high of 26.2°C today. Air quality remains moderate (AQI 61). The week ahead promises consistently pleasant, rain-free weather perfect for outdoor plans.
Kolkata enjoys a sunny 27.6°C day on Dec 18, 2025, but faces severe air quality with AQI 345. Get the full forecast, pollution details, and safety tips for the week ahead.
Maharashtra Forest Department releases tigress Tara into Chandoli National Park under the TARA programme, a major step to strengthen the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve's big cat population and biodiversity. Read more.
Delhi enforces a ban on non-Delhi registered private vehicles below BS-VI standards to combat severe air pollution. Essential services exempt. Learn the rules and impact.
The IMD has issued a dense fog alert for 16 Indian states and a cold wave warning for Uttarakhand and Madhya Pradesh. Stay updated on weather disruptions and safety advisories.
A female Steller sea lion named Stl’eluqum was saved by a marine rescue team in Cowichan Bay, BC, after a month-long search. Read about the dramatic operation.
Gurgaon sees minimal pollution curbs despite NCR crisis. Experts question data reliability and call for proactive action. Read the full analysis here.
Andhra Pradesh partners with EESL for a pioneering air source heat pump project in Araku from Jan 2026, aiming for 70% energy savings and 300-tonne CO2 reduction annually. Explore this green tourism milestone.
Lucknow woke up to intense fog with visibility as low as 10 metres. IMD issues a red alert for 2 days as temperatures plummet 6°C below normal. Schools delay start times for safety.
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav directs a halt to demolition work in Delhi-NCR during peak pollution months. Plan includes tackling waste sites, traffic hotspots for cleaner air.
Delhi govt modifies its ban on outside non-BS VI vehicles, now effective only during GRAP-IV. 'No PUC, no fuel' rule starts, carpooling app & traffic management system announced to fight pollution.
A 15-day-old female elephant calf, abandoned by her mother in Bijnor's Najibabad forest, will be relocated to Pilibhit Tiger Reserve for care. Read about the unique rescue operation.
A severe cold wave in Mysuru and Chamarajanagar districts is damaging rabi crops like maize and vegetables, affecting livestock, and raising farmer concerns. Experts advise precautionary measures.
How Beijing slashed PM2.5 levels by 70% in a decade offers a roadmap for India's fight against toxic air. Experts highlight the scale and political will needed for similar success.
Chennai is using Electrical Resistance Tomography to assess 50+ century-old trees for heritage status. This non-invasive tech helps protect these ecological and cultural landmarks. Read more about this Green Tamil Nadu Mission initiative.
Pune shivers as IMD data shows the coldest first fortnight of December in a decade, with seven single-digit nights. Experts blame northerly winds and clear skies. Read the full analysis.
VC of Maharshi Dayanand University calls energy conservation a national duty, urging public participation. Learn about the initiatives and why it's crucial for India's future.
Brazilian influencer Maria Katiane Gomes da Silva, 25, died falling from her 10th-floor apartment. Police arrested her husband after video showed an assault before her death. Read the full investigation details.
Chembarambakkam Lake reaches full capacity, discharging water causes severe flooding in Nandambakkam's low-lying areas. Residents forced to evacuate as homes remain submerged for over a week.
A seagull ringed in Russia was found in Karwar, Karnataka, after a 12,000-km, nine-month journey. Discover the incredible migration story.
After tree-cutting allegations, Kolkata's McPherson Square is set for a green revival with over 50 new trees. The Dhunseri Foundation promises the 'greenest park' by mid-January. Details inside.
National Green Tribunal directs UPPCB to act against Khoda Nagar Palika for illegal waste dumping in Sector 62's Gaur Green Vista. Committee inspection ordered within four weeks.
Delhi government approves 32 advanced machines to stop untreated waste from entering the Yamuna. Operations begin in Najafgarh drain next month, aiming for visible river improvement.
A DTU study for DDA reveals bamboo plantation at Yamuna's Baansera improves AQI by 20%, cools air by 9.7%, and enhances soil health. Discover how urban green infrastructure fights pollution.
CM M K Stalin criticizes the Union govt for sanctioning only Rs 4,136 crore against Tamil Nadu's Rs 24,679 crore demand for climate disaster relief. Despite the shortfall, the state pushes its own climate agenda.
A GPS-tagged seagull on Karwar beach caused a spy scare before officials confirmed it was part of a wildlife migration study. The bird had flown over 10,000 km from Arctic regions. Read the full story.