environment

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

Intense pre-monsoon showers since June 20 have caused cloudbursts, flash floods, and landslides across multiple districts—killing at least 69, leaving dozens missing, and damaging roads, bridges, homes, and infrastructure.

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

Bonn climate talks kick off as nations prepare for COP30 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.

Union edu minister Pradhan urges nationwide support for ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ tree campaign

The campaign aims to plant 10 crore trees by Sept 30, encouraging citizens to honor their mothers and promote sustainable living under Mission LiFE.

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.