Chandigarh LPG Crisis: Residents Turn to Wood, Coal Stoves
Residents in Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula face LPG shortages due to West Asian tensions, resorting to traditional chullahs and coal for cooking amid supply disruptions.
Category : Climate Change
US Strikes Iran's Kharg Island, Warns on Oil Infrastructure
US President Donald Trump announced strikes on Iran's Kharg Island, targeting military facilities but sparing oil infrastructure. Iran warns of retaliation, raising tensions in the Persian Gulf.
Iran Displays Kamikaze Naval Drones in Underground Missile City
Iranian state media released footage of an underground 'missile city' stocked with naval drones, anti-ship missiles, and sea mines, highlighting threats to global shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz.
Third Elephant Dead in Chhattisgarh, Suspected Electrocution
A male tusker was discovered dead in a Surajpur wheat field, days after two elephant carcasses were found in Raigarh. Officials suspect electrocution, while police arrest 11 for illegal bear hunting in a separate wildlife crime case.
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Iran Reveals Hidden 'Missile City' with Naval Drones
Iran has exposed a concealed underground military base, known as a 'missile city,' stocked with naval suicide drones, anti-ship missiles, and sea mines. Officials state this enhances Iran's naval power in the Persian Gulf while evading surveillance.
Gurgaon Hits 20.7°C Night Temp, First This Season
Gurgaon experienced its first night temperature above 20°C this season at 20.7°C, with Haryana seeing widespread warming due to atmospheric conditions and lack of western disturbances.
Indore Heatwave Alert as Temperatures Spike in Early Summer
Indore residents experience a sharp rise in temperatures, with maximums hitting 37.6°C. Heatwave alerts issued for Dhar and Ratlam as weather patterns bring early summer heat.
UN Urges Humanitarian Access in Strait of Hormuz Amid Iran Threat
UN Under-Secretary-General Tom Fletcher calls for allowing humanitarian cargo through the Strait of Hormuz as Iran threatens to close this vital trade route, highlighting global concerns.
NGT Orders MCG Action Plan for Bandhwari Landfill Cleanup
The National Green Tribunal has mandated the Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon to develop a comprehensive strategy for managing and remediating waste at the Bandhwari landfill, citing ongoing environmental hazards and lack of planning.
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Gurgaon Study Targets Waste Burning for Pollution Control
MCG collaborates with WRI India to map waste-burning hotspots and pilot a 'zero open waste burning' model in Gurgaon, aiming to curb air pollution through community-driven efforts and improved waste management.
IMD Issues First Heatwave Warning for Odisha Districts
The India Meteorological Department has issued its first heatwave warning of the year for Jharsuguda and Sambalpur districts in Odisha, with temperatures soaring six degrees above normal.
GIB Conservation Milestone: Two Chicks Born in Jaisalmer Breeding Program
The Project Great Indian Bustard captive breeding program in Jaisalmer celebrates a milestone with two new chicks born in March 2026, bringing the total captive population to 70 birds. Union Minister Bhupendra Yadav announced the development, highlighting
NGT Slams Noida Authority Over Pollution Norms Breach
The National Green Tribunal criticizes Noida Authority for persistent environmental violations and failure to pay Rs 27 crore in fines. UPPCB reports 55 instances of non-compliance.
Iran Releases Coffin Images of Sailors Killed in US Attack
Iran has released pictures of coffins for sailors killed in a US attack on the IRIS Dena warship near Sri Lanka, calling it a war crime and violation of international laws.
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Gujarat Heatwave Break: IMD Forecasts Showers on March 18-19
After a week of intense heat, Gujarat is set for relief as IMD predicts light showers and thundershowers across 16 districts on March 18-19, with temperatures expected to normalize starting Saturday.
Gujarat Announces PPP Afforestation on Unused Lands
Gujarat's forest minister announces public-private partnership model for large-scale afforestation on rural grazing land, fallow land, and other unused areas to boost tree cover.
Folklore Academy Appeals for Peace in West Asia Conflict
Punjabi scholars and writers from the Folklore Research Academy in Amritsar condemn the Iran-Israel-USA war, highlighting its impact on energy supplies and stranded Indians in the Middle East.
UNESCO Exhibition in Amritsar Focuses on Biodiversity Conservation
UNESCO's 'Pockets of Hope' photo-story exhibition in Amritsar showcases biosphere reserves, emphasizing the urgent need for ecosystem conservation and sustainable development amid climate challenges.
SC Closes Historic 1985 Air Pollution PIL, Ending Landmark Case
The Supreme Court has concluded the historic MC Mehta PIL filed in 1985, which reshaped Delhi-NCR's environmental governance through CNG vehicles, industrial closures, and pollution control measures.
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India Inc Lacks Skills for Net-Zero Transition, Study Finds
A new report by IMT Ghaziabad and UNGCNI reveals that while Indian companies are embracing sustainability, they lack the organizational capacity and skilled professionals needed to turn climate commitments into action.
Explosions at Tehran Quds Day March; Leaders Join Crowds
Massive Quds Day rallies in Tehran and Mashhad saw explosions and smoke, but thousands marched defiantly with Iranian leaders present, vowing resistance amid US-Israeli strikes.
Maharashtra Loses 675 Leopards: Accidents, Poaching Major Threats
RTI data reveals Maharashtra lost 675 leopards from 2021-2026, with accidents and poaching as leading causes. Nashik and Pune regions account for nearly half of deaths, highlighting human-wildlife conflict.
Shepherd Killed in Tiger Attack in Chandrapur, Forest Patrols Increased
A 37-year-old shepherd was killed by a tiger in Chandrapur's Fisakuti village. The incident has alarmed local residents as forest officials increase patrols and install camera traps to monitor wildlife movement.
Gaddi Shepherds Migrate Early to Chamba Due to Heat
Gaddi shepherds in Himachal Pradesh have started their annual migration to higher pastures in Chamba a month early, citing rising temperatures and shrinking grazing lands as key factors disrupting their traditional cycle.
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Maharashtra: 41 Tiger Deaths in 2025, Minister Details Conservation
Maharashtra forest minister Ganesh Naik reported 41 tiger deaths in 2025, with national toll at 166. Details on Pench Reserve cases, anti-poaching measures, and new wildlife crime initiatives revealed.
Kolkata Temperature Hits Season's High, Rain Relief Expected
Kolkata's maximum temperature soared to 33.7°C on Friday, the season's highest, with a sharp rise from Thursday. Met officials predict thundershowers from Sunday, likely bringing a 2°C-3°C drop in mercury levels.
Beirut Professor Details Anxiety After University Bombing
A Lebanese University professor shares the psychological toll and daily struggles after a bombing killed two colleagues, highlighting the impact of regional conflicts on academic life in Beirut.
UK Society Builds Home for Elderly Farmer in Bathinda
Elderly farmer Mahinder Kaur receives a newly constructed two-room house in Bahadurgarh Jandia village from a UK-based philanthropic society. The family's previous home was nearly 50 years old and dilapidated.
Panel Moves NGT Over Green Belt Order Non-Compliance in Ludhiana
The Public Action Committee has filed an execution application with the National Green Tribunal, alleging authorities failed to comply with orders to protect green belts in Ludhiana, with new violations reported.
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Navi Mumbai: Illegal Tree Cutting Stopped, FIR to be Filed
Residents and environmentalists in Navi Mumbai stopped the unauthorized cutting of 17 mature trees at NRI-Seawoods Complex. NMMC will file an FIR for violating tree protection laws, as nests were destroyed during breeding season.
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