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From Campus to Community: SDM University celebrates earth's gift with action and Education

On June 5, 2025, SDM University in Dharwad celebrated World Environment Day with the theme "Putting an end to Plastic Pollution". The event, organized with the NSS units of Physiotherapy and Nursing Colleges, included planting saplings. Chief Guest Dr. Mukayyaswami V. Kalasuramath spoke about reducing plastic use and protecting nature. NSS volunteers also cleaned and painted a local school.

India launches genome-edited rice varieties to boost yields and combat climate change

Developed by ICAR, the new rice varieties promise up to 30% higher yields, improved drought tolerance, reduced water use, and lower emissions, offering farmers climate-resilient cultivation options.

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India set to ease nuclear liability laws to attract US giants, power $500 billion trade ambitions

The move is strategically aligned with India’s efforts to finalize a sweeping trade agreement with the US, projected to elevate bilateral trade from $191 billion to $500 billion by 2030, according to sources.

Eyes of wild: Wildlife Institute analyzing first-ever footage from camera-collared leopard in India

The 1,000 footages, captured in Maharashtra’s Junnar region, offers rare insights into leopard behavior and movement, aiming to support research on rising human-wildlife conflict in rural landscapes.

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Unseasonal downpour claims over 90 lives in Bihar and UP, casualties in Nepal too

Indian Meteorological Department issues multi-hazard alert as deadly storms and lightning pound worst-hit Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh — heat waves scorch the west while eastern and central India brace for severe thunderstorms.

Hyderabad police arrest journalist covering 'Save City Forest' protests

South First journalist Sumit Jha was detained while covering student protests at the University of Hyderabad against the Telangana government's plan to clear forest land for development.

Telangana’s green battle: SC halts deforestation amid alarming reports of environmental destruction in Kancha Gachibowli

The report submitted by the Telangana High Court's Registrar (Judicial) highlighted alarming environmental destruction, detailing extensive tree felling, use of heavy machinery, and wildlife fleeing due to habitat disruption in Kancha Gachibowli.