Emerging El Niño conditions pose significant economic risks to Asian farm economies. Reliable irrigation is crucial for stabilizing farm incomes, consumption, and mitigating inflation.
Kandersteg, Switzerland, is under threat from a potentially catastrophic rock collapse. Scientists attribute the instability to thawing permafrost and changing glacier dynamics.
Monsoon activity has decreased in Maharashtra, while other parts of India are experiencing heavy rainfall. These downpours are increasing the risk of landslides in mountainous areas.
New research indicates that extensive flooding in northeastern India, which impacted over half a million people and caused at least 99 fatalities, was primarily caused by human activities such as unchecked urbanization, deforestation, and wetland destruction. The study suggests structural failures, rather than climate change, were the main drivers of the devastating monsoon floods.
A weather system developing over Jharkhand is set to bring very heavy rainfall to several states. Residents are advised to check local forecasts as the alert covers a wide area.
A severe June heatwave, shattering temperature records across Europe, is being linked by scientists to human-driven climate change. The unusual timing and intensity raise concerns about escalating health risks.
As France experiences record high temperatures, a Paris court is poised to deliver a verdict on a significant climate change lawsuit. The case could compel energy major TotalEnergies to scale back its oil and gas operations.
Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) holds significant potential to bolster India's climate strategy. However, realizing this potential hinges on effectively addressing existing challenges.
Several Indian states are facing the threat of thunderstorms, rain, and lightning. Meanwhile, Mumbai is experiencing disruptions to daily life due to heavy rainfall.
India faces significant exposure to El Niño's impacts, with rainfed rice and maize crops at risk during the kharif season due to a deficient monsoon. Satellite analysis highlights the nation's vulnerability.