The environment encompasses all living and non-living things around us. It includes air, water, and land. Human activities impact the environment significantly. Pollution and deforestation are major concerns. Conservation efforts aim to protect natural resources. Sustainable practices promote a healthier planet. Awareness of environmental issues is crucial. Education can drive change. A balanced ecosystem supports life and biodiversity. Protecting the environment benefits future generations.
Recent changes by India’s Environment Ministry exempt most coal-based thermal power plants from installing flue gas desulphurisation (FGD) devices. These devices reduce sulphur dioxide (SO2), a harmful pollutant...
Recent research analysing aerosol pollution in 141 Indian cities between 2003 and 2020 reveals contrasting patterns of air quality across regions. Cities in south and southeast India show...
The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup is set to become the most environmentally damaging tournament in its history. With 48 teams playing 104 matches across 16 cities in...
Africa’s wetlands are experiencing severe degradation in 2025. Millions depend on these ecosystems for food, water, and protection against climate impacts. Urbanisation, industrial growth, and infrastructure development are...
The city of Gurgaon, also known as Gurugram, faces severe flooding every monsoon despite receiving relatively low rainfall. This paradox marks the city’s urban planning failures and environmental...
Kerala has emerged as the top state in India for new faunal discoveries in 2024. The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) recorded a total of 683 new species...
Recent research has shown that bird endemism in Antarctica and the southern hemisphere is underestimated. These regions host unique bird species found nowhere else on Earth. The findings...
Delhi is set to conduct its first cloud seeding flights between 30 August and 10 September 2025. This initiative aims to reduce the city’s persistent air pollution by...
Recent research reveals alarming levels of mercury and arsenic in fish from Ghana’s Keta Lagoon. This contamination poses cancer risks, especially to children consuming local fish. The study...
The World Wildlife Foundation (WWF) released a critical report in July 2025 revealing that 26 per cent of Africa’s freshwater fish species face extinction. The continent’s over 3,200...
