Category : Climate Change


US Intel: Iran Retains 1,000+ Missiles Despite Attacks

US intelligence reports reveal Iran maintains over 1,000 medium-range ballistic missiles in underground facilities, with damaged launchers potentially recoverable. Analysts warn the threat remains significant as Tehran could rebuild during cease-fire.

Tigress Captured in Nainital After Fatal Attack on Woman

Forest officials in Nainital have tranquillised and captured a tigress suspected of killing a 60-year-old woman. The operation in Suryagaon village follows rising human-wildlife conflicts in Uttarakhand, with multiple fatalities reported this year.

Pune PMC Investigates Fish Kill in Pashan Lake

Pune Municipal Corporation collects water samples from Pashan Lake for pollution testing following mass fish deaths. Officials face disciplinary action as environmentalists criticize neglect.

Ahmedabad's Uneven Tree Cover: CEPT Study Findings

A CEPT University study finds Ahmedabad's tree cover is unevenly distributed, with only 10-12 mature trees per sq km in 60% of surveyed areas. The research highlights how informal, people-driven practices shape the city's green spaces.

Kerala Heatwave: IMD Warns as Palakkad Hits 40°C

The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Kerala as temperatures soar, with Palakkad reaching 40.1°C. A hot and humid warning is in effect, with isolated thunderstorms expected.

Sarojini Nagar Launches Net Zero Industry Initiative

Sarojini Nagar in Lucknow launched the 'Net Zero Industry' initiative under 'The Green Shift' programme, aiming for net zero emissions by 2047. The programme includes awards and focuses on sustainable industrial practices.

Elephant Attack Kills Man in Gumla, Third Death in 2026

A 32-year-old man was trampled to death by an elephant in Gumla's Ghagra block. The victim, Anup Kumar Pandey, was part of a group that went to see the elephant. This marks the third such killing in the district this year.

Yamuna Pollution Spikes in March, Activists Raise Concerns

Delhi Pollution Control Committee data shows Yamuna's pollution load increased significantly in March compared to February, though it remains lower than March 2025 levels. Environmental activists question the reported improvements.

Six Poachers Arrested in Satara Forest, Weapons Confiscated

Forest department officers in Satara's Patan range have arrested six poachers caught attempting to hunt wildlife. A case under the Wildlife Protection Act has been filed, with potential penalties of up to three years imprisonment or fines.

Hormuz Strait Crisis: 3,200 Ships, 2,000 Crews Stranded

Maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has severely slowed, with 3,200 commercial vessels and 2,000 seafarers stuck as tensions between Iran and Western forces escalate. Shipping routes are altered, insurance premiums surge, and global energy marke

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