Climate change poses a significant challenge to India’s diverse geography and economy. Rising temperatures threaten agriculture and water resources. Coastal cities face increased flooding and erosion. The Indian Constitution emphasises environmental protection. Cultural heritage sites are at risk from climate impacts. Legal frameworks are evolving to address these issues. Collective action is essential for sustainable development and preserving India's rich cultural and natural heritage.
India faces a challenging summer in 2026 with assembly elections coinciding with rising heatwave risks. The India Meteorological Department forecasts hotter-than-average temperatures in many regions. This situation demands...
Kerala’s 2026 election manifestos arrive amid escalating ecological crises. The state faces severe coastal erosion, landslides, floods, and human-wildlife conflict. These environmental challenges are intertwined and reflect Kerala’s...
The European Union (EU) Parliament approved updated water pollution standards on March 26, 2026. These new rules aim to tackle harmful substances in Europe’s rivers, lakes and groundwater....
The Kashmir cricket bat industry is facing a severe threat due to climate change and environmental degradation. Traditionally reliant on willow plantations along streams and wetlands, the sector...
Recent developments reveal a worrying link between armed conflicts and environmental degradation. The ongoing wars in West Asia and Eastern Europe have intensified attacks on oil and gas...
India faces frequent extreme weather events like cyclones, floods, heatwaves, and droughts. To tackle these risks, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) developed the Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support...
Forest fires in India during early 2026 have surged alarmingly. Data shows an 80% rise in fire incidents compared to the past decade. The intensity of these fires...
A unique election campaign is underway in Puthuppally, Kerala, ahead of the 2026 Assembly polls. Unlike traditional campaigns marked by plastic banners and loudspeakers, the United Democratic Front...
The recent 16th Finance Commission report on disaster funding has sparked concern. Odisha, India’s most disaster-prone State, has seen the largest reduction in disaster fund share. This is...
Recent research from V.O. Chidambaram College reveals the presence of microplastics, especially nylon fibres, in Chennai’s beach sediments. Though the abundance is low compared to global beaches, the...
