India's renewable energy capacity is growing rapidly while coal power expansion faces delays. Thermal output dropped in 2025 despite rising electricity demand, signaling a historic shift in energy mix.
Arun Pai, founder of Bangalore Walks and known as Walkaluru, has been recognized by PM Narendra Modi in Mann Ki Baat for his innovative waste management initiatives in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Pakistani human rights activist Sammi Deen Baloch has strongly criticized the sentencing of a rights lawyer, warning that such actions criminalize legitimate criticism and threaten freedom of expression in Pakistan.
A horrific attack by armed gunmen at a soccer field in central Mexico has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, sparking widespread shock and condemnation.
The parents of Cyane Panine, the 24-year-old waitress called 'helmet girl,' have spoken after she was blamed online for a Swiss bar fire that killed 40 people. The tragedy raises questions about responsibility and victim targeting.
The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) chief has accused the provincial government of implementing a harsh detention law, claiming it targets political dissent and violates human rights in the region.
A special tribunal in Bangladesh has handed down death sentences to three police officials for their involvement in the July 2024 atrocities, marking a significant legal response to human rights violations.
Harvard's Gita Gopinath warns pollution costs India more than tariffs, acting as a continuous tax on productivity. Indore water tragedy highlights urgent need for mission-mode action on air and water pollution as national priority.
Qatar's Ministry of Labour has issued an advisory urging employers to enhance safety measures as dusty and windy weather affects Doha, focusing on protecting outdoor workers.
A ferry disaster in the Philippines has resulted in at least 15 fatalities, with 316 passengers successfully rescued in a major maritime emergency.
Iran releases propaganda video showing Fattah hypersonic missile destroying USS Abraham Lincoln in mock strike as US deploys carrier group to Middle East amid rising tensions.
A rare flying squirrel rescued from barbed wire at a CRPF camp in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve highlights wildlife protection beyond tigers. Officials emphasize conservation for all species.
In a violent incident in central Mexico, gunmen opened fire at a soccer field, resulting in 11 fatalities and 12 injuries. The attack has shocked the local community and raised security concerns.
Gunmen opened fire at a soccer field in Salamanca, Guanajuato, killing 11 and injuring 12. The attack highlights escalating cartel violence in central Mexico.
A rare hailstorm hit Ras Al Khaimah, with rain in Fujairah and Al Ain, causing travel disruptions. The NCM warns of fog and rough seas ahead.
Thailand has initiated a significant marine conservation project by releasing endangered leopard sharks into the wild, aiming to boost their population and protect biodiversity.
New Delhi experienced clear Republic Day weather with temperatures reaching 21°C, but poor air quality from Sunday persisted. The week ahead brings rain midweek followed by sunny, warmer conditions.
A passenger ferry carrying 359 people sank off Basilan province in the Philippines, killing at least 15. Rescue operations saved over 300 survivors as authorities investigate the cause.
Kollakkayil Devaki Amma G (92) from Kerala receives Padma award for transforming Alappuzha's coastal land into a sanctuary with 3,000 rare plants. Other environmental champions from West Bengal, Meghalaya, and MP also honored.
The India Meteorological Department predicts widespread rainfall, snowfall, thunderstorms, hailstorms, dense fog, and strong winds across northern, northwestern, and central regions from January 26 onward due to western disturbances.
Indore experienced its most severe fog spell this winter, reducing visibility to 200 meters and causing flight delays. The day temperature dropped to 21.8°C, the lowest this season, due to western disturbances and cold winds.
Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi inaugurates Shura sessions for children and youth in Sharjah, UAE, fostering civic participation and dialogue among young generations.
Pune residents can expect warmer nights as IMD forecasts a 2-4°C rise in minimum temperatures, ending the extended cold spell that marked January.
Israel will reopen Gaza's Rafah border crossing following the conclusion of the search for the last hostage's body, marking a significant development in the region's ongoing conflict resolution efforts.
Cold wave conditions prevail in isolated pockets of Haryana and Himachal Pradesh with thunderstorms and gusty winds. IMD predicts dense fog, rainfall, snowfall, and potential hailstorms across the region through January 30.
The Harike Wetland in Amritsar faces a significant decline in migratory bird arrivals due to climate change and pollution, threatening biodiversity and local ecology.
A 23-year-old Hindu car mechanic was burnt to death in his workshop in Narsingdi, Bangladesh, in what locals describe as a planned arson attack, despite government assurances of minority protection.
Lucknow experiences a pleasant Sunday with temperatures dropping, but a fresh western disturbance is set to bring rainfall, thunderstorms, and fluctuating temperatures across Uttar Pradesh this week.
Strong northwesterly winds brought relief to NCR as Noida and Ghaziabad recorded 'moderate' air quality for the first time this year. Delhi saw its cleanest January day in four years, but the respite may be short-lived with forecasts predicting a return t
The bird population at Jayakwadi bird sanctuary in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar continues to decline, with unregulated human activities like fishing, farming, and a new solar plant blamed for the drop.