Amazon's Stingless Bees Get Legal Rights in Peru
Peruvian municipalities grant legal rights to Amazonian stingless bees, a historic move for insect conservation. Learn about their significance and threats.
Peruvian municipalities grant legal rights to Amazonian stingless bees, a historic move for insect conservation. Learn about their significance and threats.
Delhi recorded its highest December PM2.5 levels since 2018, averaging 211 µg/m³. Pollution peaked at 392 µg/m³, driven by year-round emissions, not just farm fires. Read the full analysis.
The 10-km eco-sensitive zone around the Ganga turtle sanctuary in Prayagraj, Bhadohi, and Mirzapur is undergoing fresh demarcation. The survey across 58 villages may reduce the protected area, impacting conservation and mining.
Kanpur faces dense fog and a severe cold wave, with IMD forecasting rain in North India and snowfall in hills. Temperatures plunge to 4.4°C. Stay warm and safe.
Gurgaon woke up to dense fog reducing visibility to 50m, disrupting traffic. IMD forecasts more fog for Punjab, Haryana until Jan 1 and predicts rain/snow in Himalayan regions. Read for full weather update.
North Chhattisgarh faces cold wave conditions with Mainpat at 2°C. Met forecasts dry weather, gradual temperature rise. Stay updated and take precautions.
Nagpur endured 17 days below 10°C in December, becoming Vidarbha's coldest city. The prolonged chill worsened air quality and spiked respiratory illnesses. Read more.
Western Disturbance to bring light rain to parts of Gujarat. Ahmedabad's minimum temperature dipped to 14.8°C. IMD predicts a temperature rollercoaster ahead. Get the full forecast.
A rare melanistic leopard cat, a genetic variant, has been camera-trapped in the Sundarbans tiger survey 2024-25, indicating wider distribution. Discover the findings published in Oryx.
Four newborn leopard cubs were rescued near Dodda Aalada Mara after being abandoned. The PfA Wildlife Hospital team is stabilizing them, hoping for the mother's return. Read the full story.
Ludhiana Zoo's tiger safari is set for a comeback in 2026 with a new breeding pair from Maharashtra. Read about the revival plan and the zoo's journey.
Ludhiana's New Year plans face disruption as IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms, and dense fog. A yellow alert is active. Get the latest weather update and travel advisory here.
After MoEFCC's Aravalli rollback, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh urges Supreme Court to review Sariska mining clearances. Key environmental battle in Rajasthan.
Hyderabad's HYDRA agency removed 5 acres of illegal parking encroachments from Durgam Cheruvu lake, reclaiming land generating Rs 50 lakh monthly rent. Action follows complaints about the lake's shrinking area.
Haryana's Forest Department greenlights Rs 1.5 crore for nursery-centric afforestation, boosting green cover with 1.5 lakh saplings. Learn about the state's new green initiative.
Delhi recorded its cleanest air since 2020 in 2025, but PM2.5 levels were still 2.45 times above national standards. Experts warn systemic change is needed for safe air. Read the full analysis.
Residents of Arambol's Varchawada protest govt notification converting 3 lakh sqm of private forest into settlement zone. They fear loss of water sources, kulaghars, and a sacred grove. Read about their fight to preserve a generations-old way of life.
New research reveals biomass burning contributes to nearly half of Delhi's PM2.5 and PM10 pollution on winter nights. Discover the findings and why seasonal measures are failing.
Dense to very dense fog blankets Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Himachal Pradesh, causing zero visibility in several areas. IMD forecasts persist until Jan 1, with rain and snowfall likely. Read for details.
A rare Lappet Moth species, Streblote siva, was documented for the first time in Raigad district, Maharashtra. The discovery highlights crucial biodiversity and ecological roles of moths.
Two PWD road projects threaten to fell 6,300 trees in Rajaji Tiger Reserve's core zone, raising alarms over impact on tigers, elephants, and habitat fragmentation. Read more.
Two women killed in separate leopard attacks in Nainital district within five days, sparking panic. Locals demand urgent action from forest officials. Read more.
Iconic Mysuru sunset viewpoint Sagara Katte is drowning in plastic, puja waste & liquor bottles. Locals urge authorities to regulate tourism & save Cauvery backwaters from contamination. Read more.
Environmentalists warn of severe ecological damage as Bannerghatta National Park's buffer zone shrinks, threatening elephants, tigers, and other wildlife. Read the full report.
Parts of Bihar saw hazy sunshine Tuesday, offering slight respite from the persistent chill. However, severe cold day conditions grip many districts. IMD issues orange alert for dense fog as temperatures to dip further from Jan 5. Read for details.
Assam's Khumtai Tree and Flower Festival 2025-26, inaugurated by Minister Pijush Hazarika, aims to preserve indigenous species and boost rural tourism. The four-day event in Golaghat runs until Jan 2.
Odisha govt warns of strict action against those littering picnic spots. Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia directs OSPCB to monitor as state battles air pollution. Read more.
IMD predicts light rain in Kutch, Saurashtra, and North Gujarat from Dec 30 to Jan 1, bringing relief from above-normal temperatures. Get the full forecast details here.
Chandigarh, Mohali & Panchkula face dense fog and possible thunder on Dec 31. IMD warns of low visibility, impacting travel. Stay safe and check forecasts.
Himachal Pradesh faces a severe weather alert with heavy snowfall, rainfall, and a cold wave predicted until January 2. Key districts on high alert. Stay informed and prepared.