Tribunals Tackle Unscientific Waste Management Near River
Local authorities have been cited for failing to prevent the unscientific dumping and burning of solid waste, leading to severe air and water pollution along the Mula-Mutha river.
India’s 2024 Heatwaves Linked to Over 26,500 Deaths from Ozone Exposure
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.
North India Faces Unprecedented Heatwave, Signaling Climate Shift
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.
Climate Change Directly Threatens Critically Endangered Tapanuli Orangutans
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.
10 Circular Economy Strategies for Manufacturers
For decades, manufacturing has largely followed a linear model: take, make, and dispose. However, rising resource costs, environmental concerns, and evolving regulations are driving businesses toward a more circular approach. A circular economy aims to keep materials, products, and resources…
Himalayan River Courses Altering Rapidly Due to Climate Warming
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.
Scientist’s Civil Rights Fight Paved Way for Lemur Conservation at Duke
A pivotal civil rights case in the American South of the late 1950s, involving scientist Peter Klopfer, had an unforeseen consequence: it helped bring lemurs to Duke University, contributing to their conservation.
Global Climate Indicators Show Unprecedented Deterioration
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.
El Niño’s Shadow Slows India’s Kharif Sowing Amid Monsoon Worries
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.