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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.

Climate Change Impact on Global Crop Yields

Recent studies show alarming declines in global crop yields due to rising temperatures. Each additional degree Celsius of surface warming may reduce daily calorie availability by 120 calories...

 July 8, 2025

Declining Rainfall Crisis in Meghalaya’s Sohra Region

Meghalaya’s Sohra, also known as Cherrapunji, long famed as the wettest place on Earth, is facing a sharp decline in rainfall. Recently, Sohra received barely one-third of the...

 July 8, 2025

Texas Hill Country Flash Floods – Causes and Impact

The Texas Hill Country experienced devastating flash floods beginning on 4 July 2025. At least 81 people have died, and 41 remain missing. The floods followed extreme rainfall...

 July 8, 2025

Kashmir Valley Records Highest Temperatures in Decades

The Kashmir Valley experienced record-breaking heat in 2025. On July 5, Srinagar recorded its highest temperature in over seventy years. The health resort of Pahalgam also saw its...

 July 8, 2025

Great Nicobar Infrastructure Project Earthquake Risks

The ₹72,000-crore Great Nicobar Infrastructure Project (GNIP) is set to transform the region with a port, airport, township, and power plant. Despite its scale, concerns have risen over...

 July 7, 2025

Seine River Clean-Up Enables Public Swimming

The River Seine in Paris was long infamous for pollution and unsafe water. Untreated sewage frequently entered the river, making it toxic and unfit for swimming. However, in...

 July 7, 2025

Europe Faces Rising Heatwaves Amid Climate Crisis

Extreme heatwaves have gripped Europe since June 2025. Record temperatures shattered previous highs across several countries. Spain’s Huelva region hit 46 degrees Celsius, a new June record. France...

 July 7, 2025

Delhi’s Fuel Ban on Old Vehicles Sparks Debate

Delhi has recently enforced a fuel ban on older vehicles to combat severe air pollution. Diesel vehicles over 10 years old and petrol vehicles over 15 years old...

 July 5, 2025

Discovery of Facciolella Smithi in Arabian Sea

In January 2024, commercial trawlers off India's southern coast caught unusual eels from the Arabian Sea. These specimens prompted interest from marine biologists. The eels were examined by...

 July 4, 2025

C-FLOOD – India’s Unified Inundation Forecasting System

India launched C-FLOOD, a pioneering Unified Inundation Forecasting System. This initiative was inaugurated by the Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri C. R. Patil, in New Delhi. The...

 July 4, 2025

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