environment

Surge in global extreme weather events signals intensifying impact of climate change

From deadly floods in the US, Brazil, and South Africa to historic wildfires in Asia, 2025 has seen a sharp spike in climate-driven disasters, with scientists linking the trend to rising global temperatures and atmospheric moisture.

At least 50 killed, dozens missing in catastrophic Texas flash floods

Monsoon cloudbursts and flash floods wreak havoc in Himachal Pradesh, over 69 dead and 37 missing

Europe reels from first major heatwave of summer, temperatures soar past 46 °C

Delhi to test artificial rain between July 4–11 to combat air pollution

The Delhi government, in collaboration with IIT Kanpur and IMD, will deploy five cloud‑seeding flights over outer Delhi during a monitored window between July 4–11, aiming to induce rain over pollutant-laden skies while gathering real-time air-quality data.

Bonn climate talks kick off as nations prepare for COP30 in Brazil

Mid-year UN conference in Germany sees intense negotiations on adaptation, finance and loss‑and‑damage ahead of November’s major summit in Brazil.

Mysterious black iceberg spotted off Canada sparks scientific intrigue

Fisherman’s sighting of unusually dark, diamond-shaped iceberg fuels speculation about ancient debris, volcanic ash, and glacial history.

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.

UN Ocean Conference 2025 opens amid warnings of ‘planetary emergency’

India, along with global leaders, addresses growing oceanic threats as scientists warn acidification has breached safe planetary limits.

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.