Kolkata shivers as temperatures plummet, with the maximum 6.7°C below normal. Met office warns the chilly spell, fueled by north-westerly winds, will persist for at least another week. Stay warm and check forecasts.
Chandigarh residents enjoyed the first sunny day of 2025, with temperatures rising to 20.9°C, offering a welcome break from the severe cold wave. The IMD predicts a return to colder conditions soon.
Ahmedabad recorded its coldest day this winter at 12.5°C. IMD forecasts a dip to 11°C on Tuesday. Get the full weather update and city-wise temperatures here.
In a worrying sign, only 700-1,200 Bar-headed geese remain at a Gadag lake, a drastic drop from the usual 7,000. Their early exit points to ecological distress. Read more on this wildlife mystery.
Delhi's air quality improved from 'very poor' to 'poor' on Monday, with forecasts predicting 'moderate' levels for Tuesday. Strong winds aided pollutant dispersion. Read for details and outlook.
Telangana faces a sharp temperature drop as a cold wave sets in this week, lasting until mid-January. Get the latest district-wise weather forecast and safety tips.
Karnataka kicks off the 6th All-India Tiger Estimation across its five reserves. The state introduces carrying capacity assessment and new tech to count tigers, with results expected in 2027.
Despite a nationwide ban, deadly Chinese manja is being sold on e-commerce and social media sites ahead of Sankranti, causing severe injuries to birds, animals, and humans. Authorities vow action.
Over 800 students from 150 Mumbai University colleges are mapping local flora in a major survey. Data will create a real-time biodiversity register for civic authorities. #ClimateAction
A key industry group representing global soy giants exits Brazil's landmark Soy Moratorium, a major blow to Amazon conservation efforts. Learn the implications for deforestation and climate.
Kolkata's Rabindra Sarobar sees a worrying dip in migratory bird species, from 79 in 2020 to 72 in 2023. Birders blame habitat destruction and urge immediate conservation action to save this urban biodiversity hotspot.
Himachal's Tabo and Kashmir's Gulmarg shiver through the coldest night of the year. Fresh snowfall reported in Koksar, Kalpa, and Gondla. More snow predicted.
Goa experiences a slight rise in minimum temperatures, with Panaji at 20.7°C. IMD forecasts a gradual 1-2°C increase over the next few days. Dry weather expected until Jan 11.
IMD forecasts below-normal winter precipitation for Uttarakhand and Himalayan regions after a record dry December. Experts warn of serious impacts on water, agriculture, and hydropower.
The annual Asian Waterbird Count in Arunachal Pradesh kicks off with a rare Mandarin duck sighting at Siikhe Lake in Ziro. Discover the key wetlands being surveyed and the conservation efforts.
Patna and Bihar experience a brief sunny respite from winter chill, but nights remain bitterly cold with temperatures as low as 5.5°C. IMD forecasts dense fog and no major temperature rise for the next 6 days. Read for full weather details.
Odisha wildlife authorities are finalising plans to translocate tigers to Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary. The project includes a 120 km fence, villager sensitisation, and aims to create western Odisha's first tiger reserve.
The holy Bansi river, linked to Lord Rama, faces severe pollution and encroachment. As Magh Mauni Amavasya nears, locals demand action to save this dying tributary of the Gandak.
A severe cold wave tightens its grip on Northwest India with dense fog reducing visibility to near zero. IMD warns of plummeting temperatures until Jan 10. Read for detailed forecasts and safety tips.
Karnataka's upcoming tiger estimation will expand to assess other carnivores and mega herbivores. Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre reveals the three-phase plan to evaluate ecosystem carrying capacity. Read the full story.
New research uncovers Yellowstone's explosive past, revealing rapid magma cycles and its role in Earth's magnetic history. Discover the science behind the supervolcano.
A severe cold wave and dense fog blanket North India, disrupting travel and forcing school closures in Jaipur, Tripura, Lucknow, and Meerut. Stay updated on weather alerts.
Protests erupt in Bailadila hills, Dantewada, against mining deposit no. 4. Youth, Congress, AAP, BSP, CPI demand protection of Bastar's ecology. Next march planned for 2026.
Fish need oxygen just like us. Discover how they breathe, why 'drowning' is the wrong word, and the real threats like pollution and heatwaves that cause suffocation. Learn the science!
The National Green Tribunal takes strict action against illegal construction, tree felling, and encroachments in the Taj Mahal's heritage buffer zone. Learn about the threats to India's iconic monument.
Eva Schloss, Holocaust survivor and stepsister of Anne Frank, passes away at 96. Her lifelong fight against antisemitism and work with the Anne Frank Trust leaves a powerful legacy.
A far-left militant group, Vulkangruppe, claims responsibility for an arson attack on a Berlin bridge, disrupting power to 35,000 homes. The group protests climate crisis and AI's energy use. Read details.
NDMA specialist Rita Missal visited Odisha's Satabhaya, India's first rehab colony for climate refugees, to recommend a master plan for livelihood restoration after coastal erosion.
A 58-year-old man from a PVTG was killed by an elephant in Palamu's Chhipadohar forest. The victim was returning from a market. Forest officials have initiated relief measures. Read the full report.
The dazzling Aurora Borealis is set for a spectacular surge in 2026. Scientists predict the upcoming solar maximum will intensify northern lights displays, making them visible from more locations. Discover why and where you can witness this celestial marv