SC’s crucial suo motu hearing on Aravalli definition tomorrow

IANS | December 28, 2025 8:46 PM

New Delhi, Dec 28 (IANS) The Supreme Court’s crucial suo motu hearing on issues relating to the definition of the Aravalli Hills on Monday is likely to address concerns over the protection of the ecologically fragile range in the light of the government’s commitment.

Centre releases Indian Standard for Electric Agricultural Tractors to ensure safety, reliability

IANS | December 28, 2025 2:44 PM

New Delhi, Dec 28 (IANS) Union Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi has released the 'Electric Agricultural Tractors — Test Code', developed by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), to ensure the safety, reliability, and performance of electric agricultural tractors through uniform and standardised testing protocols across the country, as per an official statement issued on Sunday.

Smog blankets Delhi as city records AQI of 391

IANS | December 28, 2025 8:41 AM

New Delhi, Dec 28 (IANS) Delhi's air quality remained in the 'very poor' category on Sunday morning as several parts of the national capital woke up under a thick layer of smog, once again highlighting the city's persistent pollution woes.

Room heaters, sacrum grass thatch for zoo inmates in Punjab

IANS | December 27, 2025 5:45 PM

Chandigarh, Dec 27 (IANS) Amidst harsh winter, the Punjab Forest and Wildlife Preservation Department has evolved special measures to ensure a hygienic, comfortable, and protective environment for animals, birds and reptiles at Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park in Chhatbir, near here, authorities said on Saturday.