Pune Groups Push for Vetal Hill Deemed Forest Status
Citizen groups in Pune urge the state to declare the entire Vetal hill complex as forest land, citing SC orders and ecological importance. A move crucial for Pune's climate buffer.
Category : Climate Change
₹79.93 Cr Ethanol Plant Assets Attached for Pollution
Punjab Pollution Control Board seizes assets worth ₹79.93 crore of an ethanol plant in Gurdaspur for groundwater contamination. Read about the enforcement action.
Delhi Fog Chaos: 228 Flights Cancelled, Trains Hit
Dense winter fog brought Delhi to a standstill with zero visibility, causing massive flight cancellations and train delays. Stay updated on travel advisories.
Bengaluru's Top 10 Climate Innovators to be Announced in Jan
The Namma Bengaluru Challenge will announce its top 10 climate innovators in January 2025. Discover the startups tackling Bengaluru's environmental crises. Read more!
Delhi AQI Severe at 427, Fog and Smog Grip Capital
Delhi's air quality remains severe with AQI 427. Dense fog and calm winds trap pollutants. 28 of 39 stations in 'severe' zone. Read for details and impact.
Dense Fog Covers UP, Visibility Drops to Zero in Prayagraj
Dense fog blankets Uttar Pradesh, reducing visibility to zero in Prayagraj and below 50m in Varanasi. The IMD warns of intensifying conditions for the next two days. Read for details on weather forecasts and safety advisories.
Massive Fire at Illegal Goa Scrapyard Highlights 80 Unauthorised Units
A major fire at an illegal scrapyard in Verna, Goa, spotlights the alarming spread of 80 unauthorised units in Bardez. Locals fear water pollution and cite political patronage. Read more on the crisis demanding urgent action.
Bathida coldest in plains at 4.8°C, dense fog grips region
Bathinda shivers at 4.8°C, the lowest in plains, with visibility just 10m. IMD warns of colder days and dense fog in Punjab, Haryana for Dec 16-17. Read for full forecast.
Cheetah Hair Clue Cracks Gwalior Hit-and-Run Case
A single cheetah hair found on a car bumper becomes the key clue in solving the hit-and-run death of a cheetah cub on the Agra-Mumbai highway near Gwalior. Read the full investigation details.
Tiger Attacks on Rise in Mhadei, Goa Border Area
Tiger attacks on livestock escalate in Mhadei region near Goa. Two cows killed in Surla, buffaloes attacked in Kankumbi. Forest officials assess compensation.
Indore's winter returns as day temperature drops sharply
Indore experiences a noticeable drop in day temperature, bringing back the winter feel. The maximum settled at 25.7°C, below the seasonal average. Fog alerts issued for other MP districts.
Sirpur Lake loses migratory birds, Ramsar status at risk
Indore's Sirpur Lake, a Ramsar site, sees a 50% drop in migratory birds as water hyacinth covers 150 acres. Experts warn of ecological collapse and threat to its protected status. Read more.
Bhopal's First Dense Fog of Winter, Visibility Dips
Bhopal experienced its first thick fog this winter on Monday, reducing visibility to 500-1000m. The cold wave persists with a low of 5.8°C. The Met forecasts more foggy days ahead.
Indore Fights to Save Ramsar Site Sirpur Lake
Indore accelerates efforts to save Sirpur Lake from sewage-fueled water hyacinth. A new 20-MLD STP and phytoremediation aim to restore the Ramsar wetland. Read about the rescue plan.
NGT Notice on Punjab Floods, BBMB Data & Dam Safety
NGT issues notice on Punjab floods, BBMB's data secrecy & dam safety lapses. Will the 2021 Dam Safety Act be enforced? Read the full story.
Peak Glacier Extinction: 4,000 May Vanish Yearly by 2050
A new study reveals the planet is nearing peak glacier extinction, with up to 4,000 glaciers disappearing per year by mid-century. Discover the alarming regional impacts and timelines.
Intense Cold Wave Continues Across Telangana
Telangana battles a severe cold wave with temperatures plunging below 10°C in many districts. IMD forecasts persistent cold conditions. Read for details on affected areas and Hyderabad's weather.
Gurgaon Fog & Temp Dip: Haryana Weather Update
Gurgaon recorded 10°C with dense fog reducing visibility. Haryana's weather pattern, including a western disturbance, explained. Min temp may dip further.
Dzukou Valley wildfire contained after IAF, SDRF operation
The wildfire in Dzukou valley near Khonoma has been contained. IAF helicopters & SDRF joined forces with local youth. Valley remains closed as precaution. Read the full story.
Tagged Pallid Harrier Returns to Tamil Nadu Grasslands
A satellite-tagged Pallid Harrier completes its 6,000km migration from Kazakhstan to Tirunelveli, highlighting the critical need for grassland conservation in India. Discover the findings of Harrierwatch.
Expert Panel Meets to Curb Vehicular Emissions in Delhi-NCR
A new CAQM expert committee held its inaugural meeting to formulate strategies for reducing vehicle pollution in Delhi-NCR, focusing on EVs, emission norms, and infrastructure. Read the key details.
Youth Killed by Elephants in Latehar Field
A 19-year-old man, Aaryan Lohra, was tragically killed by a herd of four elephants in Latehar's Bhaisadon. Authorities warn against venturing into jungles at odd hours. Read the full report.
Scientists Find 20km Rock Layer Under Bermuda, Solve Mystery
Scientists discover a massive 20km-thick rock layer beneath Bermuda, solving the island's geological mystery. The find challenges old theories and explains the Bermuda Triangle's real secrets. Read more!
Trichy Tangedco Launches Power Conservation Awareness Week
Tangedco's Trichy circle launched an Energy Conservation Awareness Week, promoting efficient electricity use. An EV campaign was flagged off, and pamphlets were distributed across the district.
Ludhiana Cold Wave: Mercury to Drop to 4°C This Week
Ludhiana's cold spell intensifies with night temperatures predicted to fall to 4°C. Met department reports dense fog and a significant drop in day temperatures. Residents bundle up as the winter chill tightens its grip.
Himachal's Dry Spell Worries Farmers, Orchardists
A prolonged dry spell in Himachal Pradesh threatens apple orchards and rabi crops. Farmers face significant losses as experts warn of severe impact. Read more.
Bijnor Farmers Chase Ailing Elephant From Fields
Farmers in Bijnor's Najibabad drove away a weak elephant damaging crops, fearing blame if it died. Forest officials deny claims of an abandoned calf. Read the full story on the escalating conflict.
Karnataka Cold Wave: Researchers Blame La Nina
Scientists attribute Karnataka's unusual cold wave to La Nina, which altered global weather patterns. Discover the details and implications of this rare climatic event.
Leopard rescued from coffee estate in Mysuru's H.D. Kote
A male leopard was safely rescued from a coffee estate in Mysuru's H.D. Kote taluk after a tense 6-hour operation by forest officials. Read about the successful wildlife rescue mission.
New Marine Worm Species Found in Bay of Bengal
Indian scientists discover two new species of polychaete worms in East Midnapore, highlighting coastal biodiversity and pollution resilience. Read the full report.
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