India’s Climate Change Strategy: Challenges, Actions, and Adaptation Priorities
The impacts of climate change are visible across sectors like biodiversity and forests; agriculture; water resources; coastal and marine ecosystems;…
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Climate Change is Drastically Impacting Children’s Education, Latest UNESCO Report Reveals
Climate stressors like heat, wildfires, floods, and rising sea levels are undermining education and could reverse recent gains, according to the Global Education Monitoring Report.
Groundwater Temperature Could Rise by 3.5°C, Become Undrinkable for Billions
A global study has revealed that shallow groundwater temperatures are projected to increase by an average of 2.1 to 3.5 degrees Celsius by the end of this century.
India and Bhutan Collaborate on Environment and Climate Change Initiatives
India and Bhutan have pledged to collaborate on various environmental and climate change issues.
The Role of Gen AI in the Growth of Fintech
Fintech companies play a crucial role in empowering small business owners in India by offering a wide range of services.
Implementing Punjab’s Climate Change Plan Requires Collaborative Effort
The Punjab government has finalized its ‘State Action Plan on Climate Change 2.0’, a significant step towards addressing the multifaceted climate challenges the state faces.
Climate Risks Projected to Affect Fish Biomass Around the World’s Oceans, FAO Report Says
New projections highlight potential climate risks to exploitable fish biomass for nearly all regions of the world’s oceans, including top producer countries and those with high reliance on aquatic foods, according to a report released today by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).
Government Plans Climate-Resilient Farming in 50,000 Villages
The Union government is gearing up to unveil an ambitious framework aimed at promoting climate-resilient agriculture across 50,000 villages in climatically vulnerable districts.
Supreme Court Recognizes Right Against Climate Change as Fundamental Human Right
The Supreme Court of India has acknowledged the right against the adverse effects of climate change as a distinct fundamental right enshrined in the Constitution.
Ohio’s Polymer Industry Cluster to Receive $51 Million Federal Investment
The Polymer Industry Cluster, a collaboration based in Akron, Ohio, involving private and public partners, is set to receive a significant boost with a $51 million federal investment.
Maharashtra School Celebrates Tree Birthday to Promote Environmental Awareness
In a unique initiative to promote environmental conservation, the Shri Marwadi Rajasthan Shikshan Sanstha in Latur, Maharashtra, celebrated the birthday of over 5,000 trees.
NAPSO Seeks Industry Input on Potato Storage Practices in North America
In a proactive effort to tackle the critical challenges in potato storage, the North America Potato Storage Organization (NAPSO) has launched an online survey targeting industry members and stakeholders.
Heavy Downpour in Delhi Claims 11
The death toll has risen to 11 following this week’s unexpected heavy rainfall in New Delhi, with four individuals tragically drowning in submerged underpasses, according to the Times of India.
Air India Express Union Alleges Unfair Labour Practices; Seeks Government Intervention
The Air India Express Employees Union (AIXEU), representing the cabin crew of Air India Express, has raised serious concerns over alleged unfair labour practices by the airline.
ASEAN Environmental Rights Declaration Needs Transparency
As the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) working group resumes drafting the Environmental Rights Declaration today in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, there is a pressing need for transparency and genuine engagement with civil society.
Antarctic Ice Shelves Hide a Big Secret That Threatens Our Coasts
Researchers from the University of Cambridge have discovered that Antarctic ice shelves contain significantly more meltwater than previously estimated.
AI-Augmented HPC and the Inflation of Science and Technology
The inflationary model of the early universe describes a period where the volume of space expanded exponentially before slowing down.
Combating Environmental Pollution: UP to Set Up Bioplastic Park at a Cost of ₹2,000 Crore
In a significant step towards combating environmental pollution, the Uttar Pradesh (UP) government has announced plans to establish a bioplastic park with an investment of ₹2,000 crore.
Delhi Rain Chaos: Union Environment Minister Blames Plastic Waste, Criticizes Local Government’s Inaction
Delhi faced severe waterlogging following torrential rains on Friday morning, which saw the city submerged in chaos.
Cement Companies Make a Beeline for ‘Strategic’ South
For Indian cement manufacturers, the strategic focus is shifting southward. UltraTech Cement, a key player in the industry, has recently acquired a 23% stake in Chennai-based India Cements, highlighting this trend.
Tesla Faces Regulatory Scrutiny Over Environmental Issues at Fremont Factory
Tesla is once again under the regulatory microscope for environmental violations at its Fremont factory.
The Secret Behind the Chinese EV Industry’s Rise: $231 Billion in 15 Years
China’s electric vehicle (EV) industry has surged ahead, thanks to an estimated $231 billion in government subsidies and aid from 2009 through the end of 2023.
Heatwave in India: Over 100 Killed, 40,000 Suffer from Heatstroke
This summer, India is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave that has claimed the lives of over 100 people and resulted in more than 40,000 suspected heatstroke cases.
Global Environment Facility Approves $70 Million for FAO Projects in 28 Countries
This week, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) facilitated the approval of $70 million in financing from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) to support initiatives across 28 countries.
Climate Change Fuels the Spread and Evolution of H5N1 Bird Flu Virus
The highly pathogenic avian influenza virus H5N1 is spreading among animals at an unprecedented rate.
International Yoga Day: Why PM Modi Chose Jammu and Kashmir This Year
June 21 marks the International Day of Yoga, a global celebration of an ancient spiritual discipline that has its roots in India.
Climate Change Threatens Haj Pilgrimage as Hundreds Perish in Extreme Heat
As nearly 2 million Muslims conclude the haj pilgrimage this week, extreme heat has tragically taken the lives of hundreds who began their journey last Friday to the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
US Cotton Industry Advocates for Removal of 11% Import Duty on Short Staple Cotton
On Tuesday, Cotton Council International (CCI) urged the government to eliminate the 11% import duty on short staple cotton.
Health Professionals Meet to Further Climate Change and Health Agenda
A significant assembly of health leaders, professionals, and their respective associations, institutions, and schools took place in Geneva on June 10 to deliberate on the contributions of the health sector to the climate change and health agenda.
Severe Heat Wave to Continue in North India for Next 24 Hours, Relief Expected Afterwards: IMD
Severe heat wave conditions continue to grip several parts of India, with temperatures soaring to dangerous levels.