Category : Climate Change


Gurgaon's Damdama Lake Catchment Faces Encroachment Threat

In Gurgaon, illegal land alteration, tree felling, and a doubled road length within the protected Damdama Lake catchment raise environmental alarms. Forest officials plan inspections as activists warn of groundwater recharge risks.

Oil Prices Surge Past $100 Amid Middle East Conflict

Oil prices have soared above $100 a barrel for the first time in over three years due to escalating conflict in the Middle East, disrupting production and shipping routes. Brent crude hit $101.19, while WTI reached $107.06, raising global supply concerns.

New Elephant John Joins Coimbatore's Chadivayal Camp

A 35-year-old male elephant named John from Mudumalai forest has been relocated to the Chadivayal elephant camp in Coimbatore, increasing the camp's population to three. The camp, inaugurated in December 2025, will use John to deter wild elephants from re

600+ at Debrigarh Bison Festival with Night Camping Feature

The second bison festival at Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary drew over 600 participants, featuring night-camping, expert talks, and gaur safaris. Officials reported a population increase to 848 bison, highlighting conservation efforts.

Plastic Waste Converted to Vinegar with Sunlight

Scientists at the University of Waterloo have developed a light-powered system that transforms plastic waste into acetic acid, offering an eco-friendly solution to pollution and fossil fuel dependency.

Putin Blames West for Ukraine Crisis, Peace Talks Uncertain

Russian President Vladimir Putin has blamed Western nations for the ongoing Ukraine conflict, accusing them of escalating tensions. He also criticized Ukrainian leadership for manipulating European countries, describing it as 'the tail wagging the dog'.

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