Despite ongoing global warming, scientists are unable to pinpoint a clear long-term trend in El Niño event frequency or strength, observing that variations largely fall within natural cycles. While ENSO-related rainfall extremes might intensify, definitive attribution is challenging and requires enhanced observational data.
A study from IIT Kharagpur suggests India's intense heatwaves in 2024 significantly increased ground-level ozone, a toxic pollutant. This rise in ozone exposure is estimated to have contributed to more than 26,500 deaths from ischaemic heart disease and COPD.
Record-breaking temperatures nearing 50°C and immense power demand in North India during the 2026 heatwave indicate a climate tipping point. Scientists stress the urgent need for governance changes to address intensifying heatwaves.
A recent study reveals that climate change is now a direct threat to the survival of the world's rarest great ape. Landslides, intensified by a powerful storm, are estimated to have killed 58 critically endangered Tapanuli orangutans in Indonesia.
A new study reveals that Himalayan rivers are shifting courses at an accelerated rate. This phenomenon is attributed to rising global temperatures causing glaciers to melt and permafrost to thaw.
A new global study released at the Bonn Climate Conference reveals a stark worsening of the planet's vital signs. All 11 key climate indicators tracked have deteriorated since the last UN assessment, highlighting the urgent need for action.
India's Kharif 2026 planting season has begun at a slower pace than the previous year, with early concerns about the southwest monsoon's strength due to El Niño. Soil moisture levels and a decline in cotton acreage add to the crucial outlook for the coming weeks.
Marine heatwaves are altering fish migration patterns, pushing key species like sardines and mackerel into cooler, deeper waters. This shift threatens India's vital blue food systems and the nutritional security of coastal communities.
A potential conflict involving the US and Israel in Iran could significantly slow global economic growth to 2.5% in 2026, mirroring post-COVID-19 slowdowns. Disruptions to energy markets are expected, with Brent crude prices potentially rising to $94 per barrel.
Extreme rainfall linked to climate change and Cyclone Senyar caused devastating landslides in Sumatra's Batang Toru ecosystem. The event likely resulted in the deaths of 58 critically endangered Tapanuli orangutans, pushing this rare species even closer to extinction.