Oil Prices Surge After Iran Blocks Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices surged sharply after Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a key chokepoint for global crude, escalating geopolitical tensions and rattling financial markets worldwide.
Oil prices surged sharply after Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a key chokepoint for global crude, escalating geopolitical tensions and rattling financial markets worldwide.
The India Meteorological Department predicts continued heatwave conditions across North and Central India, while Northeast India faces heavy rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds over the coming days.
A seven-year-old boy was killed by a leopard in Nibauria village, Lakhimpur Kheri district. The incident occurred while his parents were harvesting wheat. Forest officials have deployed cages, cameras, and drones to trap the animal.
A recent report reveals that hardline factions within Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps have consolidated control over the country's military and diplomatic apparatus, effectively sidelining moderate voices in key decision-making processes.
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RecommendedClimate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution are immediate global threats requiring action from governments, businesses, and individuals. The Times of India Ecopreneur Award highlights sustainable innovators like JSW Energy.
France has summoned tech billionaire Elon Musk regarding an investigation into the X platform. This development comes amid other global news including NSA Ajit Doval's visit to Saudi Arabia and a tragic shooting in the US.
In a groundbreaking initiative, the Karnataka Forest Department has launched its first dog squad to assist in elephant rescue operations, with a trained dog from Bannerghatta National Park successfully tracking a wild elephant.
Lucknow experienced its second hottest day of summer with temperatures reaching 41.9°C, 3.4 degrees above normal. Weather officials predict no relief for the next four days due to dry westerly winds and anticyclonic systems.
The water level at Krishnaraja Sagara reservoir has fallen below the 100-foot mark due to heatwave conditions and high outflow. Authorities advise caution but assure no immediate drinking water crisis for Bengaluru and surrounding regions until June.
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RecommendedNagpur's unregulated on-street parking and traffic congestion are driving dangerous air pollution, with idling vehicles spiking PM2.5 and PM10 levels, reveals the Environment Status Report 2024-25.
Uncontrolled garbage dumping in Pune's forest fringe areas poses severe ecological threats, harming wildlife and disrupting ecosystems along major highways, officials warn.
A 76-year-old woman from Coimbatore was found dead in the Manampally forest range of Anaimalai Tiger Reserve. Her body showed signs of consumption by a carnivore, with officials investigating the cause.
Analysis reveals Hyderabad recorded just 9 heatwave-affected mandals from 2015-2025, while state saw 1,560 cases. Experts credit traditional architecture, elevation, and dry heat for the city's relative resilience amid rising temperatures.
Intense thunderstorms and hailstorms struck Hyderabad and Telangana, providing relief from a severe heatwave. IMD forecasts continued extreme heat and evening storms until April 23.
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RecommendedPune experienced extreme heat with temperatures exceeding 40°C in multiple areas. IMD reports Lohegaon as hottest at 41.9°C, with thunderstorms and light rain predicted for relief in coming days.
Kolkata faces continued heat and humidity with temperatures hitting 33.8°C maximum and 40°C real feel. The Met office warns of no relief for south Bengal for at least five days, with only isolated thunderstorms in western districts.
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's tree transplantation efforts face major setbacks as expensive machinery proves ineffective, forcing reliance on manual methods with low survival rates amid urban redevelopment.
Intense summer heat is drying up Thekkady Lake, forcing authorities to reduce boat passenger capacity by half. If water levels drop further, boating services may be completely suspended.
Hydrogeologist KC Subhash Chandra highlights Bengaluru's unsustainable reliance on groundwater, with 25% of surface runoff draining into polluted sewage canals. He advocates for compulsory rooftop rainwater harvesting to address the city's chronic water s
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RecommendedIran has refused to participate in a second round of negotiation talks scheduled in Islamabad, citing excessive demands by the US and alleged breaches of ceasefire agreements.
A forest department tracker was seriously injured when a lioness attacked during a rescue and release operation near Rampara village in Amreli district. The incident has prompted safety protocol reviews.
The US military has seized an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel attempting to breach a blockade, as Iran rejects a second round of peace negotiations, escalating tensions in West Asia.
Ahmedabad's maximum temperature dropped from 41.9°C to 40°C on Sunday, closer to normal, while minimums remained high. IMD forecasts no significant change in heat over the next week, with light showers expected in parts of Gujarat.
A hydrochemical study reveals the Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad faces severe localized heavy metal contamination, with mercury levels exceeding safety limits at key points despite overall water quality indices showing positive results.
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RecommendedThe Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) is set to launch India's largest biogas initiative in Bengaluru, processing 550 MLD of sewage, significantly surpassing similar projects in cities like Surat.
The Goa forest department has tried seven times to relocate elephant Omkar to Maharashtra, but hostile locals and officials have chased him back each time, raising safety concerns in Mapusa.
Explore the 12 major types of submarines, from military attack and ballistic missile vessels to research and tourist submarines, detailing their functions, features, and global importance in defense and exploration.
A French court's landmark conviction of cement giant Lafarge for profiting from war zones establishes a new global standard for corporate criminal liability and ethical business practices.
Heatwave conditions grip North India with temperatures 3-5°C above normal in Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh. IMD forecasts a further 2-4°C rise by April 24, impacting farmers and causing hardship at procurement centers.
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RecommendedLudhiana faces its hottest day of the year at 40°C, with forecasts predicting a rise to 42°C by Friday. Residents adapt to suffocating heat as temperatures exceed seasonal averages.