Lucknow shivers as dense fog returns, temp dips sharply
Lucknow faces intense cold and dense fog, reducing visibility to 30m and disrupting traffic. Max temp at 14.8°C, 5.6° below normal. Weatherman predicts gradual relief soon. Read for details.
Category : Climate Change
MP to Frame Wildlife SOP After Cheetah, Tiger Deaths
Following a cheetah's road death and repeated tiger fatalities on tracks, MP Forest Dept. will meet NHAI & Railways to create a wildlife safety SOP for linear infrastructure.
Deadly Swiss Bar Fire Exposes 6-Year Safety Lapse
A tragic fire at a Swiss Alps bar, which killed multiple people, occurred after the venue missed six years of mandatory annual safety inspections. Mayor expresses shock and regret.
Himachal Water Pipes Freeze; Delhi Records First Cold Day
Parts of Himachal Pradesh face frozen water pipes while Delhi records its first cold day of 2026. IMD forecasts more light rain and snow for hill states. Read the latest winter updates.
Chennai's January Rainfall Pattern Shifts with Excess Rains
Chennai records 30mm rainfall in first six days of 2026, marking third straight year of excess January rain. IMD issues yellow and orange alerts for heavy showers this week. Read more about the changing weather pattern.
Bengaluru: 790 Birds Injured by Banned Manja in 2025
Banned glass-coated kite string (manja) injures hundreds of birds annually in Bengaluru. Rescue cases surged to 790 in 2025. Learn about the impact and conservation efforts.
Omayra Sánchez: The Girl in the Mud After Colombia's Volcano
The tragic story of 13-year-old Omayra Sánchez, trapped for 60 hours after the Nevado del Ruiz eruption in 1985. Her photograph sparked global debate on photojournalism ethics. Read the full account.
60,000 Saplings for Delhi's Ridge After Waste Cleanup
Delhi forest department to clear waste from Bhati village forest land and plant 60,000 saplings using Miyawaki method. NGT monitors action on misuse of green area.
Rohtak Cold Wave Alert: Public Told to Stay Indoors
Rohtak administration issues advisory as severe cold wave grips the district. Officials urge vulnerable groups to stay indoors and warn of dense fog disrupting travel. Stay safe and warm.
Sarus Crane Dies After Kite String Injury in Surat
A young sarus crane, the world's tallest flying bird, succumbed to injuries from a sharp kite thread in Surat. Despite rescue efforts, blood loss proved fatal. Read about the incident and the ongoing danger of kite manja.
Fecal Coliform Found in 124 Dwarka Rainwater Harvesting Pits
Delhi Jal Board reports fecal coliform in 124 out of 144 sampled rainwater harvesting pits in Dwarka societies, confirming groundwater contamination risks. Read the full NGT report details.
Gujarat Cold Wave: Naliya Dips to 7.5°C
Naliya in Kutch remained Gujarat's coldest spot at 7.5°C, 2.1° below normal. IMD forecasts no major change. Stay updated on the weather conditions.
9,000+ Birds, 131 Species Found in Yamuna Census
Asian Waterbird Census spots over 9,000 birds along Yamuna floodplains, but warns of severe threats from pollution, mining, and habitat degradation. Read the full report.
Bengaluru: 790 Birds Injured by Banned Kite String in 2025
Banned glass-coated kite string (manja) injures hundreds of birds in Bengaluru yearly. Rescue cases soared to 790 in 2025. Learn about the crisis and conservation efforts.
Delhi Cold Day & Dense Fog Trigger Yellow Alert
Delhi battles cold day conditions with dense fog and chilly winds. Maximum temp plunges to 15.7°C at Safdarjung. AQI deteriorates to 'Very Poor'. Get the full forecast and details.
Kolkata Air Quality Improves with North-Westerly Breeze
A steady north-westerly wind improved Kolkata's air quality on Tuesday, preventing dense fog and airport delays. Experts warn the relief may be temporary. Read the full report.
Pawan Kalyan Directs War Footing for AP's Green Cover Plan
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan orders officials to expedite the Great Green Wall and 50% green cover projects to protect the 974-km coastline. A detailed plan is due by January end.
Kolkata's Coldest January Day in 13 Years at 10.2°C
Kolkata's temperature plunged to 10.2°C, marking the coldest January day in 13 years. The Met office predicts more chilly days ahead. Read for full forecast and details.
Uttarkashi drought hits pea, wheat crops in Rawai Valley
Crops in Uttarkashi's Rawai valley dry up after 3 months without rain. Farmers face huge losses as pea and wheat plants wither. Officials urge use of irrigation.
Study: Subsurface Ocean Data Holds Key to Monsoon Speed
New research reveals how hidden ocean temperature and salinity variations dictate the Indian monsoon's pace, from 25 to 78 days. Discover the findings that could transform forecasting.
9,000+ Birds Spotted in Delhi Yamuna Census, Threats Flagged
Asian Waterbird Census in Delhi records 9,000+ birds but warns of habitat threats from mining, pollution, and degradation. Experts call for urgent conservation action.
Uttarakhand OKs action on 83 animals after conflict cases
Uttarakhand grants permission to manage 65 leopards & 18 bears amid rising human-animal conflict. CM Dhami stresses balancing safety & conservation. Read details.
Rajgir Hills See Record 135 Bird Species in Survey
Rajgir's wildlife areas become a major birding hotspot, recording 135 species including 33 migratory birds from Europe & Central Asia. Discover the ecological significance!
Rogue elephant kills 9 in West Singhbhum, Jharkhand
A rogue tusker's rampage in West Singhbhum district has left nine dead in five days. Forest officials deploy expert teams for capture. Read the latest updates on the tragic human-elephant conflict.
Delhi's First Cold Day of 2026, IMD Warns 13 States
Delhi records its first 'cold day' of 2026 with temperatures 5°C below normal. IMD issues cold wave warnings for 13 Indian states. Stay updated on the severe weather forecast.
Cold Wave Warning Issued for 13 States, Delhi Records First Cold Day
Delhi experienced its first cold day of 2026 with temperatures dropping significantly. The IMD has issued a cold wave warning for 13 Indian states. Stay updated on weather forecasts and safety tips.
Microplastics Undermine Ocean's Role as Carbon Sink
New research reveals microplastics are disrupting the ocean's natural 'biological carbon pump,' reducing its ability to absorb CO2 and regulate Earth's temperature. Urgent action needed.
Dense Fog Blankets Punjab, Haryana; IMD Issues Cold Wave Alert
Dense fog disrupts North India with zero visibility in Amritsar. IMD predicts cold wave conditions in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh from Jan 7-9. Get the latest weather updates and safety tips here.
Pune winter temperatures above normal at 12.9°C
Pune experiences warmer-than-usual January mornings with temperatures 1.9°C above normal. IMD expert explains the anticyclonic pattern causing the warm spell across Maharashtra. Read for full forecast.
Winter Tightens Grip Across North India; Delhi Cold Day
Intense cold wave sweeps North India. Delhi records its first cold day of the season, while Gulmarg plunges to -8.6°C. Get the latest weather updates and forecasts here.
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