Category : Climate Change


Sukhna Lake Drying Up, Chandigarh Plans De-siltation

Chandigarh's Sukhna Lake shows signs of drying up near the regulatory end, prompting the UT administration to plan de-siltation while protecting bird habitats. Experts from WWF-India and WII are involved.

Pemex Oil Spill in Gulf of Mexico from Unreported Leak

Mexican officials revealed that a major oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, spreading over 600 km and affecting protected reserves, was caused by an unreported leak near Pemex's Abkatun field, leading to disciplinary actions.

LeT Co-Founder Amir Hamza Survives Lahore Motorcycle Attack

Amir Hamza, co-founder of Lashkar-e-Taiba, was shot by motorcycle-borne assailants in Lahore after a TV appearance. He survived with life-threatening injuries. The article also details his alleged role in the 2005 IISc Bengaluru attack and related legal p

Basilisk Lizard: The Reptile That Walks on Water

Explore the fascinating world of the Basilisk lizard, an amphibious reptile from Central and South America known for its ability to walk on water. Learn about its unique physical traits, species diversity, behavior, and conservation challenges.

Oran Bachao March Reaches Jaipur, Demands Land Protection

Environmentalists and residents from Jaisalmer marched to Jaipur, demanding stronger legal protection for traditional grazing lands and forest areas in Rajasthan. The protest highlighted encroachment issues and called for formal recognition in revenue rec

Rajasthan Heatwave: Temperatures Soar Above 42°C

Rajasthan faces an early and severe heatwave with temperatures exceeding 42°C in western districts. Barmer recorded 42.9°C, while Jaipur saw 39.8°C. The Met office predicts thundershowers in some areas but intensifying heat in western regions.

UP Forest Dept Plan to Tackle Man-Monkey Conflict

The Uttar Pradesh forest department has announced a detailed strategy to address man-monkey conflicts, featuring short-term and long-term measures including compensation, habitat improvement, and modern nursery techniques.

PIL Seeks Ban on Tiger Safari in Critical Habitats

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed seeking a ban on tiger safaris in notified critical tiger habitats. This legal action follows the government's earlier ban on November 7, 2025, which was implemented after a series of deadly tiger attacks.

Maharashtra Minister Warns Polluting Industries in Chandrapur

Maharashtra's Environment Minister Pankaja Munde has issued a strict warning to industries in Chandrapur, emphasizing zero tolerance for pollution violations. She announced a phased roadmap and directed immediate installation of pollution-control measures

Israel to Maintain Forces in Lebanon During 10-Day Ceasefire

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declares Israeli forces will remain in southern Lebanon during the 10-day ceasefire, stating 'we are not leaving.' US President Donald Trump expresses optimism about diplomatic talks between Israel and Lebanon.

Jayakwadi Dam Loses 2.3 MCM Water Daily to Evaporation

Evaporation losses at Jayakwadi major irrigation project have surged to 2.3 MCM per day due to heat wave, exceeding daily water supply by over seven times, impacting Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Jalna districts.

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