A significant gap exists between India's national disaster management framework and its implementation at the city level. Urban areas like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Gurugram face challenges in monsoon preparedness due to issues like outdated infrastructure and uncontrolled development.
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has identified Eastern and Southern Africa as regions facing the most significant refugee resettlement demands for 2027. The ongoing challenges in these areas necessitate immediate international attention and support.
Banda experienced record-breaking temperatures this past summer. While climate change is a significant contributor, it is not the sole reason for the extreme heat.
The Amazon rainforest plays a critical role in the water cycle, influencing rainfall patterns essential for agriculture across South America. Its complex system of transpiration and evaporation sustains moisture levels vital for farming.
A recent FAO report highlights India's significant position in global fisheries, securing the second-largest producer status for aquatic animals and topping the charts for inland catches. Despite this success, concerns about sustainability have been raised.
Colombia's presidential election could significantly impact the future of the Colombian Amazon and the nation's commitment to phasing out fossil fuels. The outcome will shape environmental policies and the rights of Indigenous communities.
Authorities in South Africa have arrested a man at Cape Town International Airport for attempting to smuggle 150 live venomous scorpions. The scorpions were found individually wrapped in plastic bags within his luggage.
The National Green Tribunal addressed significant waste and sewage management deficiencies in Jammu & Kashmir, as well as encroachment concerns in Goa's Kodal wetland.
India's ambitious green transition, while promoting growth and climate action, is inadvertently exacerbating gender inequalities, according to new findings. The report highlights impacts on women's access to resources and education.