Iran Opens Strait of Hormuz to Non-Hostile Ships
Iran announces that non-hostile ships can now pass through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, but prior coordination with Iranian officials is mandatory for safe passage.
Iran announces that non-hostile ships can now pass through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, but prior coordination with Iranian officials is mandatory for safe passage.
Light-to-moderate rain and thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds of 30–40 kmph are forecast across Karnataka for seven days. Some districts may see stronger winds up to 50 kmph.
A Colombian military plane crashed in the Amazon region, killing 69 people. The incident highlights aviation safety concerns and ongoing rescue efforts.
Two female spotted deer rescued with leg injuries in Coimbatore's Mettupalayam forest range are recovering well after treatment at the Wildlife Transit and Treatment Centre. The centre has also treated slender lorises and a kite since its inauguration.
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RecommendedAn adult female elephant named Sumangala has been successfully relocated to the Chadivayal Elephant Camp in Coimbatore, increasing the camp's population to four. The elephant, rescued as an orphaned calf in 1988, is reported to be in good health and adapt
Indore's day temperature has surged back to summer levels, reaching 35°C on Tuesday after a recent drop. The Met department forecasts a further rise of 3-5 degrees in coming days, with clear skies and westerly winds driving the heat.
The highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, once confined to birds, is now causing mass deaths among seals and sea lions in South America, with scientists warning of a major ecological shift and potential mammal-to-mammal transmission.
Ukraine alleges Russia provides intelligence and drones to Iran, escalating Middle East conflict and raising global security concerns over redirected weapons from Ukraine.
The director of the National Institute of Advanced Studies highlighted adaptation as essential for addressing climate change impacts at a hydrological conference in Bengaluru.
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RecommendedKolkata ranks 49th among India's most polluted cities in IQAir's 2025 report, with PM2.5 levels 10 times WHO limits. India is sixth globally, highlighting urgent air quality challenges.
A collaborative study by researchers from Surat and Germany documents how bamboo pit vipers in Dang forests return to exact perches after displacement, highlighting critical ecological links and conservation needs.
A Karnataka cabinet sub-committee forecasts a rainfall deficit after June-July, with North Karnataka at higher risk and coastal areas facing elevated summer temperatures.
Bannerghatta Biological Park in Bengaluru will construct a 25-metre observation tower funded by Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies to enhance visitor experience and promote conservation awareness.
The fight for fundamental rights by Iranian women confronts a grave setback, with concerns that Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei's potential succession could perpetuate oppression, highlighting ongoing challenges in the region.
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RecommendedAhmedabad Municipal Corporation warns of elevated land surface temperatures in multiple city areas based on startup data analysis. IMD forecasts rising temperatures across Gujarat.
The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for maximum temperatures in 12 Kerala districts, with mercury levels expected to rise 2-3 degrees Celsius until Thursday. Punalur recorded 38.6°C, while thunderstorms are forecast for Friday an
Explore the science behind 'blood rain,' a natural event where dust particles color rainfall red, often observed in war zones due to environmental factors, not supernatural causes.
Three months after a ceasefire, Cambodia's Preah Vihear Temple shows severe damage from fighting. The UNESCO site faces collapse risks, halted tourism, and uncertain restoration amid ongoing tensions.
The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council has welcomed a US Congress resolution seeking recognition of the 1971 genocide, highlighting ongoing persecution of minorities.
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RecommendedShiv Sena corporator alleges Gazdhar Bandh pumping station discharges sewage and waste directly into sea, causing fish mortality and health risks for Koli community. BMC officials respond with cleanup plans.
A deadly Iranian attack in Bahrain has wounded several UAE and Bahraini troops, escalating Gulf tensions. The incident raises fears of broader conflict affecting regional stability and global markets.
Following a complaint to the PMO, the Centre has invoked wetland rules and directed Maharashtra to address severe pollution in three Navi Mumbai lakes linked to the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary.
The Haryana forest department has issued a damage report to MCG for laying a pipeline near a forest waterbody in the Aravali plantation area, citing violations of environmental laws.
Hiroyuki Arakawa's decades-long bond with an Asian sheepshead wrasse named Yoriko offers a remarkable documented case of human-marine life recognition and interaction.
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RecommendedFarmers in Kodagu's Bettadalli panchayat allege soil sampling for mining near Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary, warning of protests if government grants permission for extraction activities.
A day-and-night sit-in protest in Shivamogga targets the Sharavathi Pumped Storage Project, with leaders warning of environmental destruction and landslides. MP confirms work halted pending environmental review.
Agricultural scientists warn that climate change is disrupting food production, calling for urgent adoption of climate-resilient practices and technologies to safeguard global food security.
Two consecutive western disturbances are set to impact northwestern India, bringing rain and snowfall to Himachal Pradesh. The Shimla meteorological station has issued warnings for thunderstorms and gusty winds in multiple districts.
Environmentalists in Navi Mumbai held a silent demonstration against the removal of 440 mature trees for a vehicular subway on Palm Beach Road, urging sustainable alternatives.
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RecommendedA devastating fire, likely caused by a short circuit, gutted eight buildings including four five-story houses in Fitari village, Uttarkashi. The blaze destroyed grain storehouses and livestock, with eight families displaced and relief operations ongoing.