Delhi in throes of climate crisis: Severe AQI, water scarcity, sweltering heat

Shekhar Singh | November 19, 2023 2:18 PM

New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) As the global community grapples with the far-reaching consequences of climate change, the Indian capital, Delhi, finds itself at the forefront of an escalating environmental crisis. The city, known for its vibrant culture and historical significance, is now grappling with a myriad of climate-related challenges that demand immediate attention.

War against air pollution calls for comprehensive systemic changes

Supriya Ramesh | November 19, 2023 1:40 PM

New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) Air quality management progress has been disappointingly sluggish, with persistently high levels of pollution posing a severe threat to public health.

Copping Out? Despite COP summits, global inaction spurs climate extremes

Vishal Gulati | November 19, 2023 12:05 PM

New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) The 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference or COP28 hosted by the United Arab Emirates in Dubai will take place between November 30 and December 12 in the backdrop of recent unprecedented heatwaves, droughts, floods and wildfires that have wreaked havoc, especially in climate-vulnerable countries.

Climate crisis visibly upsetting Maha weather patterns, urban centres

Quaid Najmi | November 19, 2023 12:05 PM

Mumbai, Nov 19 (IANS) The island city of Mumbai, along with western India, increasingly faces threats from climate change including rising sea levels and a significant increase in mean temperatures predicted over the next 75 years, or by the end of the century.

Violations of coastal safety norms leading to species loss in Bengal

Sumanta Ray Chaudhuri | November 19, 2023 12:04 PM

Kolkata, Nov 19 (IANS) West Bengal might be adversely impacted in a number of ways in the coming days because of climate change. However, of all the effects of climate change on the state, the two most serious will be the impact on the coastlines and the loss of species.

Gujarat's Climate Paradox: Unseasonal rains and agricultural turmoil

Janvi Sonaiya | November 19, 2023 12:03 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 19 (IANS) As the world turns its attention to COP28 that is set to begin in Dubai, UAE on November 30, the stark reality of climate change's impact on Gujarat becomes increasingly evident. The state, known for its vibrant culture and thriving industries, is now facing an environmental conundrum that threatens both its economy and ecosystem.

Odisha's eroded coastline exposes villages to storm surges, inundation

Gyan Ranjan Mohapatra | November 19, 2023 12:03 PM

Bhubaneswar, Nov 19 (IANS) Owing to its proximity to the Bay of Bengal, Odisha has been bearing the brunt of climate change with the regular occurrence of devastating tropical cyclones, increasing volume of lightning, irregular rainfall and coastal erosion.

Once famous as the desert state, Rajasthan now battles excess rain, floods

Archana Sharma | November 19, 2023 12:02 PM

Jaipur, Nov 19 (IANS) As the world eagerly awaits the COP28 climate negotiations, the small but significant initiatives taken by the ‘Treeman’ and the ‘Waterman’ of Rajasthan are worth discussing here as they have brought phenomenal changes in a desert state at a time when climate change and its effect are clearly evident.

Unplanned Patna's ambient air is now hazardous to human health

Ajay Kumar | November 19, 2023 12:00 PM

Patna, Nov 19 (IANS) If you are a resident of Patna and are planning to go for a morning walk, it would not be a good idea given the hazardous air quality of the city. The Air Quality Index (AQI) of Patna is the worst, not only in the country but in the world, this winter season.

Delhi air continues to be 'very poor'

IANS | November 19, 2023 10:15 AM

New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) For the second consecutive day, the air quality across Delhi continued to be in the ‘very poor' category on Sunday.

Environment

Delhi in throes of climate crisis: Severe AQI, water scarcity, sweltering heat

War against air pollution calls for comprehensive systemic changes

Copping Out? Despite COP summits, global inaction spurs climate extremes

Climate crisis visibly upsetting Maha weather patterns, urban centres

Violations of coastal safety norms leading to species loss in Bengal

Gujarat's Climate Paradox: Unseasonal rains and agricultural turmoil

Odisha's eroded coastline exposes villages to storm surges, inundation

Once famous as the desert state, Rajasthan now battles excess rain, floods

Unplanned Patna's ambient air is now hazardous to human health

Delhi air continues to be 'very poor'

LATEST NEWS

India exports first ODOP honey consignment to US

IPL 2026: Akeal and Noor well-prepared in terms of being tactically aware, says Sriram

‘Winning, being competitive, sharing wisdom with youngsters,’ says Buttler on what encourages him at this stage of career

CCI orders antitrust probe into Pernod Ricard over liquor retail practices

Seasoned thrower Tajinderpal Singh Toor wins shot put title at Sangrur-leg of Indian Athletics Series

From Berlin to Baku, rich tributes paid to Rabindranath Tagore on 165th birth anniversary

Ramit Tandon, Velavan Senthilkumar bow out in World Squash C'ships opening round

Kiren Rijiju assures sustained efforts to address decline in Parsi population

‘I carried a lot of drinks in first three seasons’: Donovan Ferreira on what motivated him in IPL 2026

Small towns, villages driving surge in SIP accounts: HDFC AMC CEO