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.
The Arctic, particularly the Svalbard archipelago, is undergoing a rapid and unprecedented transformation in its winter climate. February 2025 recorded temperatures far above historical averages, with frequent above-freezing...
Kerala’s rubber plantations face a severe threat from an invasive ambrosia beetle and its fungal partners. Recent research by the Kerala Forest Research Institute has identified the beetle...
Recent studies have brought into light a worrying decline in many bird species across India. The State of India’s Birds 2023 report, compiled by top research and conservation...
India’s National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) has made progress but fallen short of its ambitious targets. Data from 2024-25 reveals only one in five of the 130 most...
Kerala is set to introduce mobile Animal Birth Control (ABC) units in 152 blocks. This move aims to control the rising stray dog population and reduce dog attacks...
Snake rescue in India has gained widespread attention due to viral social media videos. Many self-styled rescuers perform risky stunts to gain fame and followers. These acts often...
Human-induced earthquakes have become an increasing concern globally. Recent studies show how human activities influence seismic events by altering stress in the Earth's crust. This knowledge is vital...
The Tamil Nadu government has recently announced the creation of India’s first Centre of Excellence for Hornbill Conservation. This centre is located at the Anamalai Tiger Reserve (ATR)...
Uttarakhand, a Himalayan state known for its rich biodiversity and 69% forest cover, has initiated a pioneering programme to revive 14 critically endangered plant species. This effort marks...
Recent studies reveal that climate change severely disrupts education worldwide. Extreme heat, floods, storms and other climate stressors cause school closures, learning loss and increased dropout rates. Low...
