SC Bans Aravali Mining Until Expert Panel Redefines Hills
Supreme Court halts all mining in Aravali hills until an expert committee redefines the hills' elevation criteria, citing environmental concerns and powerful mining lobby.
Supreme Court halts all mining in Aravali hills until an expert committee redefines the hills' elevation criteria, citing environmental concerns and powerful mining lobby.
India is championing the International Big Cat Alliance to conserve seven big cat species globally, leveraging its successful tiger conservation model.
International agencies warn El Nino may arrive weeks earlier, impacting India's monsoon. NOAA raises probability to 82% for May-July, with rapid Pacific warming.
Residents express concern over rising fuel prices, stating it will directly affect their household budgets and monthly expenses.
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RecommendedTree felling controversies in Karnataka highlight skewed development priorities, demanding a rethink of growth models balancing ecology and urban needs.
Balancing environmental protection and development is crucial. While eco-concerns are vital, they must not hinder genuine progress. Sustainable development requires pragmatic solutions.
Pune's birds face dehydration and collapse as concrete, asphalt, and vanishing trees amplify summer heat. Rescuers and citizens step in with water bowls, but experts warn of ecosystem strain.
In Ambedkar Nagar, 899 gram panchayats simultaneously organized 'green chaupals' adopting resolutions to reduce fuel consumption, promote green transport, and protect the environment.
Intense urban heat in Pune is devastating bird populations, with dehydration, heat stress, and reduced activity threatening species like sparrows and sunbirds.
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RecommendedMadhya Pradesh continues to face intense heatwave with Bhopal recording 42.8°C. Khandwa hottest at 45.1°C. Orange alert issued for several districts.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation plans to replace 60 diesel vehicles with electric ones to cut emissions, reduce noise pollution, and lower operational costs, supporting green mobility.
Haryana recorded 3,279 wheat stubble burning incidents from April 1 to May 13, 2026, more than double the 1,493 cases in 2025, marking the highest in five years.
IMD issues yellow warning for heavy rain in seven Kerala districts on Saturday. Thunderstorms and gusty winds expected till Tuesday. Fishermen advised to stay cautious.
Noida's glass towers amplify heat, creating a heat bubble in Delhi-NCR. No state enforces facade norms, worsening urban temperatures and health risks.
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RecommendedGurgaon continues to experience clear skies and rising temperatures, with IMD forecasting heatwave conditions from May 17-20. Daytime temperatures near 40°C, residents advised to take precautions.
Madurai and Trichy railway divisions began a three-week World Environment Day Campaign focusing on climate change, waste management, and sustainability, with pledges, rallies, and buttermilk distribution.
Lakhimpur and Dhemaji DCs jointly visited Bordoibam Bilmukh Bird Sanctuary and Dulung-Subansiri Conservation Area to strengthen inter-district conservation efforts for wetland and forest ecosystems.
Experts at a seminar in Dharwad stressed the critical need to preserve the Western Ghats, highlighting their impact on agriculture and economy in peninsular India.
The Union government has approved VMRDA's Rs 178 crore beach erosion mitigation project for Visakhapatnam coast, including structural and non-structural measures. Andhra Pradesh will fund 10%, rest from National Disaster Mitigation Fund.
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RecommendedJharkhand's state development commissioner directs waste processing plants to be located safely away from residential areas, hospitals, and water sources to protect public health and the environment.
In a fresh twist, 166 accused in the Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve encroachment case claim they cultivated ancestral land, not forest land. Forest department rejects claim citing satellite evidence.
Raichur district administration issues heatwave alert, urging residents to stay hydrated, avoid peak sun, and protect vulnerable groups amid rising temperatures.
Bhopal has installed India's first algae tree, a bioreactor that absorbs carbon dioxide and produces oxygen, aiming to combat air pollution in the city.
India's first satellite-tagged Ganges softshell turtle was released in Kaziranga National Park to aid conservation and study migration patterns of this critically endangered species.
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RecommendedA study warns that nearly 25% of FIFA World Cup 2026 matches may be played in risky heat conditions, with five matches reaching unsafe levels. FIFPRO urges stronger safety measures.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has halted tree felling for the Tribune Chowk flyover project in Chandigarh, citing environmental concerns and the need for a comprehensive tree census.
Cloudbursts are becoming more frequent and deadly due to climate change and unchecked development. From the Himalayas to cities, these extreme rain events cause flash floods and landslides.
Thiruvananthapuram district collector directs departments to ramp up pre-monsoon cleaning, dengue prevention, and disaster readiness activities ahead of rainy season.
Inspired by PM Modi, UP minister Dinesh Pratap Singh used autorickshaw and bus, while Ayush minister Dayalu switched to an electric car. Officials cycled or walked to work.
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RecommendedIn a bold green push, New Delhi's Municipal Corporation has frozen sales of fossil fuel vehicles for one year to combat air pollution and promote electric mobility.