The 2026 Goldman Environmental Prize has recognised six women environmental defenders from across the world for their grassroots efforts to protect nature and communities. Often called the “Green...
A new species of snake, named Calamaria garoensis, has been discovered in the Garo Hills region of Meghalaya, adding to the rich biodiversity of northeastern India. The finding...
In a major step towards preserving India’s ancient cultural heritage, the foundation stone of the country’s first Petroglyph Conservation Park was laid in Ladakh on 19 April 2026,...
India has outlined an ambitious plan to expand its nuclear power capacity more than tenfold, from the current 8.8 gigawatt (GW) to 100 GW by 2047. The announcement...
India has officially withdrawn its bid to host the COP33 United Nations climate summit scheduled for 2028, marking a surprising shift in its global climate engagement strategy. The...
India is set to implement Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency-III (CAFE-III) norms from April 1, 2027, tightening emission standards for passenger vehicles. Alongside stricter fuel efficiency targets, the government...
In a significant scientific breakthrough, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST), Srinagar, has successfully cultivated the Morchella mushroom under controlled conditions for the first time. This...
Rare sightings of the Woolly-Necked Stork have recently been reported from paddy fields near Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, drawing attention to the presence of this near-threatened bird species...
A recent study has highlighted a growing ecological concern in the Arctic, where declining lichen availability is threatening the survival of caribou populations during harsh winters. Lichen, a...
Global climate indicators for March 2026 have raised concerns, with record heat levels and rising sea surface temperatures pointing towards a possible El Niño event by mid-year. Data...
