||

Connecting Communities, One Page at a Time.

environment

Successive ship accidents off Kerala raise environmental concerns

Back-to-back maritime incidents involving hazardous cargo spark fears of long-term ecological damage along the state's coast.

India triples renewable energy capacity to 232 GW in decade, emerging as global leader

Massive growth in solar, wind, and biopower sectors, along with falling tariffs and increased manufacturing, has propelled India to surpass Germany and become a global leader in renewable energy.

Govt picks 10 freight corridors for electric and hydrogen truck deployment

The high-impact highway corridors have been identified for the pilot deployment of zero-emission trucks using electric and hydrogen fuel, aiming to decarbonize freight and promote clean transport solutions.

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.

nuclear liability legislation

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.

unseasonal and intense rainfall

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.