Climate Change: News
Budget 2026: ₹20,000cr outlay announced for carbon capture and storage
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a major push for Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) technology in the 2026 Budget.
Want to know more about sustainability? Read these books
Dia Mirza, an actress and environmentalist, has always been a strong advocate for sustainability.
Extreme heat may double by 2050, India likely worst-hit: Study
A new study by researchers from the University of Oxford has warned that accelerating global warming could expose billions to extreme heat in the coming decades.
'Doomsday Clock' edges closer to catastrophe amid global risks
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists has moved its "Doomsday Clock" closer to midnight, now standing at 85 seconds. The clock symbolizes how close humanity is to global catastrophe.
EU to provide €500M to help India cut greenhouse emissions
The European Union (EU) has announced plans to provide €500 million ($540 million) in financial support to India over the next two years.
Several dead, thousands without power as winter storm hits US
A major winter storm has hit the United States, killing at least seven people and leaving hundreds of thousands without power.
2025 third hottest year as temperatures breach 1.5°C threshold again
The year 2025 has been confirmed as the third hottest on record, with average global temperatures exceeding the critical threshold of 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels for three consecutive years.
Trump withdraws US from 66 international organizations: Here's why
United States President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation withdrawing the country from 66 international organizations, including 35 non-United Nations bodies and 31 UN-affiliated entities.
5 crops that thrive in humid conditions
Cultivating crops in humid conditions can be challenging, but certain varieties are well-suited to thrive in such climates.
Thwaites Glacier cracks have doubled, raising fears of sea-level rise
The Thwaites Glacier, popularly known as the Doomsday Glacier, is showing more signs of damage and is inching closer to its end.
Climate-related disasters cost over $120B in 2025
The year 2025 witnessed some of the most devastating climate-related disasters, according to a report by charity organization Christian Aid.
Kashmir gets season's first snowfall after harsh dry spell
The first snowfall of the season has brought relief to Kashmir, ending a long dry spell.
Love science books? Read these recommendations by Bill Gates
Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft and a renowned philanthropist, has always emphasized the importance of science and technology in shaping the future.
How NASA's billion-dollar satellite will monitor climate change
NASA recently launched a new environmental-monitoring satellite, Sentinel-6B, as part of a multibillion-dollar project. The launch was conducted by global partner SpaceX in mid-November.
Iran's water crisis: President warns of possible evacuations
Iran is facing a severe water crisis, with President Masoud Pezeshkian warning that residents may have to evacuate if it doesn't rain in the city by December.
How India's GDP is at risk due to climate change
A recent report by global consulting firm BCG has warned that India's export-oriented sectors such as aluminum, iron, and steel are increasingly exposed to climate inaction risks.
Morgues overflow as floods kill 250+ in Thailand, Indonesia
Devastating floods across Southeast Asia have killed over 250 people, with Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia being the worst-hit countries.
Mountains warming 50% faster than global average, study warns
A new study has revealed that high-altitude areas, including the Himalayas, are warming at a rate nearly 50% faster than the global average since 1950.
India's economy will cross $4T this fiscal year?
India's Chief Economic Advisor, V Anantha Nageswaran, has predicted that the country's economy will surpass the $4 trillion mark in the current fiscal year.
COP30: India welcomes key outcomes, urges fulfillment of Rio promises
India has expressed its "strong support" for the inclusive leadership of the UN COP30 presidency and welcomed several key decisions adopted at the conference.
Read these books recommended by top scientists
African scientists have made groundbreaking contributions to various fields, and their recommended books provide valuable insights into their work and the continent's scientific landscape.
Read these nonfiction books recommended by Bill Gates
Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft and a renowned philanthropist, is known for his love of reading. He often shares his book recommendations to inspire others.
Rich nations losing zeal to tackle climate crisis: COP30 chief
The 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change has started in Belem, Brazil.
1.5°C climate target still achievable with urgent action, says study
A new assessment from Climate Analytics suggests that the world can still avoid the worst impacts of climate change and return to the 1.5°C target set in the Paris Agreement.
5 environmental myths 'Avatar' gets wrong about nature
James Cameron's Avatar, with its stunning visuals and environmental themes, has sparked discussions on the impact of its portrayal of nature.
EU considers weaker 2040 climate target as forest absorption drops
The European Union (EU) is mulling over a brake clause in its 2040 climate target.
Climate change is not Bill Gates's top priority anymore
In a shift from his previous emphasis, billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has suggested that while efforts to combat climate change should continue, there should be an increased focus on preventing disease and hunger.
Rising global heat killing one person a minute: Report
The rising global heat is killing one person every minute, a report has revealed.
Hurricane Melissa headed toward Cuba after killing 7 across Caribbean
Hurricane "Melissa" has made landfall in Jamaica with devastating force, becoming one of the strongest hurricanes on record.
Humanity has failed to meet Paris Agreement target: UN chief
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that humanity has failed to meet the Paris Agreement's climate target of limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
Philippines typhoon survivors are suing oil giant in legal first
Survivors of Typhoon Rai, also known as Super Typhoon Odette, are suing fossil fuel giant Shell in a landmark legal case.
Global coal use hits record high in 2024
The global consumption of coal reached a record high in 2024, despite ongoing efforts to transition to cleaner energy sources.
Humanity crosses first climate tipping point as coral reefs destabilize
A major report by 160 scientists has warned that the planet has crossed its first climate tipping point: the widespread death of coral reefs.
September 2025 recorded as third-hottest on record
The Copernicus Climate Change Service confirmed on Thursday that September 2025 was the third-hottest September on record, with global average temperatures remaining near historic highs for another month.
New Zealand oceans warming 34% faster than global average: Study
New Zealand's oceans are warming at a rate 34% faster than the global average, according to a new government report.
Your asthma inhaler might not be good for the environment
A new study has revealed that inhalers used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions.
'Planetary health diet' could save 40,000 lives daily, study finds
A new study has found that following a "planetary health diet" (PHD) could save nearly 40,000 lives every day around the world.
Why takeoffs at airports are about to become noisier
A recent study from the University of Reading has revealed that climate change could lead to increased noise pollution from the departing airplanes around European airports.
'Existential crisis in...Himalayas': SC seeks reports on Himachal's fragile ecology
The Supreme Court has ordered the Himachal Pradesh government to submit detailed reports on the state's fragile ecology.
'Going to hell': Trump slams UN over migration at UNGA
During a nearly hour-long speech at the UN General Assembly, US President Donald Trump slammed the United Nations for its failure to maintain peace and accused it of promoting illegal migration.
5 'West Wing' moments that define true American optimism
The West Wing is a series that has always been known for its portrayal of American optimism.
Why Bali has banned building new hotels, restaurants on farmlands
Bali, Indonesia's popular resort island, has announced a ban on new hotels and restaurants on cleared rice fields and agricultural land.
Ozone layer healing steadily, recovery to 1980s levels by 2050
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has announced that the Earth's ozone layer is on track to heal, possibly returning to its 1980s levels by mid-century.