The IMD warns of challenging weather across India in early 2026, with dense fog in the north, snowfall in the Himalayas, and cold waves. Stay updated on travel impacts and safety advisories.
Dense fog blankets North India, severely impacting flight operations in Delhi, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar & Guwahati. Delhi's AQI hits 'severe' levels. Airlines issue advisories. Get latest updates.
Mumbai welcomed 2026 with unexpected rain showers, improving air quality to a moderate AQI of 116. Areas from Andheri to Dadar saw drizzle, while South Mumbai experienced heavy spells.
A viral video by IFS officer Parveen Kaswan reveals shocking plastic pollution at 13,000 ft during Manimahesh Yatra, sparking outrage. Join the conversation on environmental responsibility.
A new global survey reveals strong public support for international cooperation on climate, health, and aid in 2026, challenging narratives of isolationism. Discover the data driving a potential values-based world order.
Conservationists allege procedural violations in forest clearances for Karnataka's Sharavathi pumped storage project. KPCL seeks 131.81 acres of forest land. Read the full investigation.
Despite Trump's fossil fuel push, 2025 saw the Global South, including India, advance on renewables. COP30 secured finance, but green tech precarity remains. India must now scale ambition for well-being.
Chandigarh witnessed a historic weather anomaly in December 2025, recording zero rainfall for the first time since 2013. The month also saw the highest average daytime temperatures in nine years. Read the full analysis.
Haryana wildlife authorities launch a decade-long conservation strategy for Khol Hai Raitan and Bir Shikargah sanctuaries in the Shivaliks. New management plans aim to stabilize biodiversity against human and climate pressures.
Mumbai's New Year 2026 began with rain and cold weather. IMD forecasts more showers and a temperature drop. Check full details and alerts here.
A tiger's unprecedented 500km trek from Chhattisgarh to Bengal highlights the success and new crisis of Project Tiger: too many big cats are now spilling into human areas. Discover India's plan to manage this.
Kolkata's air pollution progress has slowed, with PM2.5 stuck at 45 µg/m³. Experts cite transboundary pollution and biomass burning as key hurdles. Read the full analysis.
A photo exhibition in Madurai showcased a thriving 60-acre man-made forest at MKU, documenting 145 insect species. Experts stress public participation is key for urban conservation. Discover how locals are rebuilding green cover.
Gaushalas in Rajasthan are pioneering vulture conservation by stopping the use of harmful veterinary drugs and abandoning cattle burial. This ensures a safe food supply for the scavengers. Discover how this model is saving India's critically endangered vu
Despite curbs and fewer farm fires, Delhi-NCR's AQI remained 'Very Poor' & 'Severe' this winter. Experts call for a year-round, multi-sectoral approach to meet 2026 clean air targets. Read more.
A new CREA assessment reveals most NCR cities exceeded India's annual PM2.5 standards in 2025. Delhi was the most polluted, with no 'Good' AQI days. Read the full analysis.
Delhi shivers as maximum temperature drops to 14.2°C, the coldest day since Dec 2019. IMD issues yellow alert, forecasts colder days and dense fog ahead. AQI remains in 'Very Poor' zone.
The Gomti Task Force celebrates its first anniversary, having removed over 2000 tonnes of waste and engaged 70,000 citizens in river rejuvenation efforts in Lucknow. Discover the impact.
A new CSE analysis reveals Delhi's winter smog intensified post-stubble burning, with PM2.5 rising 30% in December. Local emissions & regional pollution are key culprits. Read the full report.
Prayagraj battles an intense cold wave with record low temperatures and dense fog disrupting life. Weather experts warn of further intensification. Get the latest updates.
A new CSE analysis shows Delhi's air quality deteriorates sharply after stubble burning stops, with local sources like vehicles becoming the dominant polluters. Read the full report.
Gurgaon's air quality in December 2025 was the worst in at least eight years, with an average AQI of 298. No 'moderate' air days were recorded. Experts blame winter conditions and unchecked local emissions. Read the full analysis.
Dense to very dense fog disrupts life in Punjab and Haryana, reducing visibility to zero. IMD predicts continued fog and cold wave conditions until Jan 5. Get the latest weather updates.
Youth Congress and green activists protest in Haryana's Narnaul against illegal mining threatening the Aravallis. Demanding immediate government action to protect this vital ecosystem. #SaveAravallis
Conservationists accuse KPCL of forest land diversion violations in the Sharavathi pumped storage project. The 131.81-acre proposal sparks widespread criticism. Read the full report.
Unseasonal rainfall in Rajkot and Saurashtra-Kutch disrupted New Year plans, causing waterlogging and traffic chaos. Farmers fear crop damage. IMD forecasts more showers.
Explore how camera traps evolved from hunting tools to vital conservation instruments, capturing rare wildlife moments in Karnataka's forests. Discover the art and science behind this technology.
Sadashiva Hydra's environmental crusade in Honna Kiranagi has turned a desolate landscape into a thriving ecosystem, generating sustainable employment for over 1,000 MGNREGA workers. Discover this inspiring story of ecological restoration.
Delhi recorded the highest annual PM2.5 levels among NCR cities in 2025, exceeding safe limits by 19 times. Read the full CREA analysis on pollution sources and year-round crisis.
Kolkata's temperature plunged to 11°C on New Year's Eve, marking the coldest December 31 in over ten years. Get the full weather breakdown and forecast details here.