Delhi's alarming air quality is a symptom of deeper systemic failures. This editorial cartoon analysis calls for holistic action beyond just monitoring AQI. Read to understand the full scope of the crisis.
India is finalising permissions to translocate five African cheetahs from Botswana under Project Cheetah. The big cats are expected to arrive between January and February. Read the full story.
Despite over Rs 1,200 crore spent in 20 years, Hyderabad's iconic Hussainsagar lake remains choked with sewage and industrial waste. Residents suffer health issues as pollution levels hit dangerous lows. Read the full investigation.
Madhya Pradesh to see a gradual 2°C temperature rise over four days, but cold wave persists. IMD warns of moderate fog in 12 districts including Gwalior, Rewa. Details inside.
Delhi's December 2024 recorded its worst air quality since 2018 with an average AQI of 349. Experts blame adverse meteorology trapping local pollutants. Read the full analysis.
Ahmedabad's minimum temperature hit 15.6°C, significantly above normal. IMD forecasts stable weather for Gujarat before a drop. Discover the state's temperature trends.
Dense fog crippled Delhi's IGI Airport, delaying 550+ flights & cancelling 130. Passengers faced chaos as visibility dropped to 50m. Read the full impact report.
Delhi's severe fog crisis continues, disrupting flights and roads. IMD warns of dense fog till Jan 1, with air quality in severe zone. Read for travel updates.
A tiger strayed into Beldi village near Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, injured a man, and entered a house before being tranquilized after an 8-hour operation. Read the full story.
Following a Calcutta High Court directive, Kolkata Municipal Corporation pushes for expedited planting of 50 large trees at McPherson Square to compensate for illegal felling. Read about the re-greening initiative and the controversy.
APCC President Gaurav Gogoi condemns the burning of Molai Kathoni, demands probe into sand mafia nexus and cancellation of mining licenses. Read the full story.
A landmark audit exposes Punjab's sprawling network of 5,541 unregulated carcass dumps, handling 24,000 livestock deaths monthly. The NGT orders urgent environmental intervention. Read the full investigation.
Ludhiana battles severe cold with temps around 5°C. Met Dept issues orange alert for dense fog and cold wave conditions for Tuesday & Wednesday. Residents alter routines.
Madurai forest division plants 50 saplings at Kondaiyanpatti school as part of the Green Tamil Nadu Mission aiming for 2,000 plants statewide. Collector and DFO lead the initiative.
Vijayawada Municipal Corporation launches major greening initiative, planting 550 bougainvillea saplings and targeting 10,000 trees to reduce pollution and enhance city beauty. Read more.
As Bengaluru implements its Climate Action Plan for net-zero by 2070, experts argue that climate education in schools is the key to building long-term urban resilience. Discover the strategy.
The ongoing encroachment on the Aravalli hills highlights a critical conflict between unchecked urban progress and ecological survival. Read the analysis by Jagdish Rattanani.
A herd of wild elephants wreaked havoc on Pollibetta Road in Siddapur, Kodagu, destroying lakhs worth of crops. The increasing menace threatens coffee harvest and worker safety. Read more.
Residents of Arambol, Goa, protest as 3 lakh sqm of private forest is converted to settlement zone, fearing ecological disaster and water scarcity. Read about the local fight against the controversial TCP decision.
After a five-day disruption, Bhubaneswar's Sikharchandi picnic spot reopens as two wild tuskers return to Bharatpur forest. Forest officials used smart, non-forceful tactics to guide them back. Read how they did it.
Miscreants set fire to a section of Assam's renowned Molai Forest, created by Padma Shri awardee Jadav Payeng. The incident highlights threats to environmental conservation efforts.
Unidentified miscreants set fire to Molai Kathoni 2.0, a new forest cultivated by Jadav Payeng and his daughter in Assam's Majuli. The blaze caused extensive damage, destroying bird nests and habitat. Read more.
Industrial waste dumped into Udham Singh Nagar's Begul river kills fish, raises environmental and public health alarms. Authorities absent as residents collect contaminated catch. Full report.
A severe cold wave has swept Northeast India, with temperatures dropping 5-7°C below normal. Dense fog disrupts life. IMD issues warnings for more states. Read for details.
Goa experiences dry weather with stable temperatures. Mormugao recorded a high of 32.4°C. IMD forecasts clear skies and possible morning haze until January 4. Read the full forecast.
NTPC and IIT-Bombay complete India's first geological well for CO2 storage in Jharkhand, a major step towards net-zero goals. Learn about this crucial CCUS project.
Over 16,000 dinosaur footprints from the Cretaceous period found in Bolivia's Torotoro Park reveal ancient behaviour near lakes. A unique window into prehistoric life.
Bihar faces a cold, foggy start to 2026 with dense fog predicted for Dec 31 & Jan 1. Day temps may drop to 14°C, nights to 8°C. Plan outdoor celebrations carefully.
UP Pollution Control Board to install cameras at 34 factories near Ganga tributaries in Bijnor and Amroha to prevent toxic discharge during Magh Mela from Jan 3 to Feb 15.
Mangaluru's forest department reports a significant rise in olive ridley turtle hatching rates to 74% this season through proactive conservation efforts. Discover how advanced planning is saving these endangered species.