PTI Warns of Permanent Vision Loss for Imran Khan
Pakistan's PTI party warns that Imran Khan faces permanent vision loss from injuries sustained in jail, urgently seeking his transfer to a hospital and family access amid health concerns.
Category : Climate Change
Kolkata Wetlands Fire Exposes Illegal Encroachment Crisis
A massive fire in Kolkata's Nazirabad reveals how protected wetlands have been illegally filled for warehouses and factories, with authorities filing over 500 FIRs against encroachments in the Ramsar site.
Delhi's Wettest Jan in 4 Years: 25.3 mm Rainfall Recorded
Delhi experienced 4.2 mm rain on Tuesday, pushing January's total to 25.3 mm, making it the wettest January in four years. The IMD forecasts another spell on February 1, while AQI worsened to very poor.
Thailand Nipah Screening for Kolkata Passengers Causes Concern
Thailand has introduced thermal screening and health declarations for passengers arriving from Kolkata due to Nipah virus concerns, creating anxiety in the travel industry while Kolkata airport lacks similar protocols.
Iran's Hospitality Remembered Amidst Modern Headlines
Reflecting on Iran's gracious hospitality that contrasts with its current media portrayal, highlighting personal memories of warmth and kindness from the Iranian people.
Lalbagh Flower Show in Bengaluru Produces 47 Tonnes Waste
The Republic Day flower show at Bengaluru's Lalbagh attracted 8.1 lakh visitors over 12 days, generating 47 metric tonnes of waste. Volunteers and horticulture teams managed it effectively.
Kashmir Snowfall Disrupts Travel, Delights Tourists
Fresh snowfall in Kashmir valley shut highways, cancelled flights, and stranded tourists. Residents celebrated Srinagar's first white morning of the season despite disruptions.
Pro-Palestine Activist Ends Hunger Strike in UK Prison
A pro-Palestine activist in a UK prison has ended a hunger and thirst strike after becoming severely ill, highlighting concerns over health and protest rights in detention facilities.
Bondvol Lake Construction Sparks Ecological Concerns in Goa
Residents of Santa Cruz village in Goa demand review of Bondvol lake's wetland boundaries as construction near its buffer zone threatens century-old water body's ecology and agriculture.
Elephant Found Dead in Balangir, Cause Unknown
A 20-year-old female elephant was discovered dead near Jamlisar village in Balangir district. Forest officials await postmortem results to determine the cause, ruling out poaching due to lack of tusks.
Toyyar Lake Wetland Survey 99% Complete in Goa
Government surveyors have mapped 99% of Toyyar Lake's wetland area in Chimbel, Goa, with final work expected Wednesday. Villagers and officials express satisfaction with the comprehensive mapping process.
Jharkhand: Light Rain in 4 Districts, Temperature Rise & Fall
The IMD's Ranchi office forecasts very light to light rainfall in Garhwa, Palamu, Chatra, and Latehar districts. State temperatures show a recent rise, with fluctuations expected in coming days.
Odisha Forest Minister Addresses Fires, Climate Change
Forest Minister Ganesh Ram Singhkhuntia urges officials to combat forest fires, address climate impacts, and tackle illegal activities in Odisha.
Moodbidri TMC's Zero-Waste Push for Kambala Event
Moodbidri Town Municipal Council intensifies efforts to organize the Koti Chennaya Jodukare Kambala as a complete zero-waste event on January 31, building on sustainable practices since 2022-23.
Doomsday Clock Moves Four Seconds Closer to Midnight
The Doomsday Clock has been moved four seconds closer to midnight, now standing at 90 seconds to midnight, indicating increased global threats from nuclear war, climate change, and biological risks.
Aggressive Rhino Napoleon Kills Second Calf in Dudhwa Reserve
An aggressive male rhinoceros named Napoleon has killed a second young calf in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve within six months, creating a conservation crisis. Authorities are seeking solutions to protect vulnerable rhinos from further attacks.
Doomsday Clock at 85 Seconds to Midnight in 2026
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists has advanced the Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds to midnight, citing escalating nuclear tensions, climate change failures, and unregulated AI as key threats pushing humanity closer to global disaster.
Snow in Kashmir, Thunderstorm in Delhi in Winter Wet Spell
Kashmir experiences a fresh snowfall covering the region, while Delhi witnesses thunderstorms and rain in an unusual winter wet spell affecting northern India.
Daytime Olive Ridley Turtle Nesting on Agonda Beach
A rare daytime olive ridley turtle nesting on Agonda beach in Canacona, Goa, was disrupted by tourists before forest staff intervened to protect the eggs for incubation.
Fresh Snowfall in Uttarakhand, IMD Issues Orange Alert
Higher reaches of Uttarakhand's Char Dham districts received fresh snowfall while plains experienced rain as IMD issued orange alert for heavy precipitation and strong winds over next two days.
Doomsday Mom Abducts Kids, Found in Croatia
A mother convinced the world was ending abducted her children, who were later discovered safe in a Croatian orphanage, sparking an international search and rescue operation.
NATO Chief Warns Europe on Security Dependence
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte urges European nations to accelerate arms deliveries to Ukraine and boost defense spending, warning against over-reliance on US security.
Climate Change's Impact on Winter Storms: Arctic Warming
Explore how climate change affects winter storms through Arctic warming and jet stream weakening, debunking misinformation about cold weather and renewable energy reliability.
Earth's Seasons Breaking Down: Satellite Data Shows Localized Patterns
Two decades of satellite observations reveal Earth's seasons are no longer synchronized globally. Instead, ecosystems just kilometers apart now operate on different seasonal schedules, creating agricultural and ecological disruptions worldwide.
Tiger Death in Achanakmar Reserve Linked to Territorial Clash
A two-year-old male tiger was found dead in Achanakmar Tiger Reserve in Chhattisgarh, with forest officials attributing the death to a violent territorial clash with another tiger. The incident follows a pattern of big cat fatalities in neighboring Madhya
Ganga Water Test Video Sparks Pollution Debate
A viral video by British biologist Jeremy Wade showing contamination in Ganga water through a simple chemical test has ignited online discussions about river pollution and religious sensitivity.
India's Military Supremacy Grows in Global Firepower Rankings 2026
The latest Global Firepower Index for 2026 confirms India's position as a dominant military power, while Pakistan sees a further slide in its global ranking. The comprehensive list highlights key strengths and strategic shifts in global defense capabiliti
Pune Weather Alert: IMD Issues Yellow Warning for Thunderstorms
Pune experiences sudden weather shift with warm mornings and yellow alert for thunderstorms. IMD attributes changes to Western Disturbance crossing Himalayas.
Northwest India Wet Spell to Continue Till Feb 2
The India Meteorological Department predicts continued wet weather across northwest India, including Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana, until February 2, with potential impacts on agriculture and daily life.
Rain, Hail, and Winds Bring Chill to Tricity
The Tricity area, including Chandigarh, experienced a sharp drop in temperatures due to unexpected rain, hail, and gusty winds, disrupting daily life and weather patterns.
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