Forest Conservation Bill 2023 right step amidst climate change challenges: MP

IANS | July 26, 2023 7:28 PM

Jaipur, July 26 (IANS): Climate change is an undeniable global challenge, and India has taken up the challenge to create carbon sinks to combat its impact and this bill aligns perfectly with our nation's vision by facilitating the establishment of new forests and plantations. It will significantly contribute to our commitment of creating a carbon sink of 2.5 to 3 billion tons of CO2 equivalent by 2030, said Diya Kumari, member of Parliament from Rajsamand during the discussion on the Forest Conservation (Amendment) Bill, 2023 in the House.

Delhi sees record rise in pink eye, dengue cases, say doctors

IANS | July 26, 2023 6:48 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Doctors on Wednesday said that they are seeing a record surge in cases of conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye, as well as dengue in the national capital.

Indian climate-tech startups most welcome to share innovative ideas: Samsung

IANS | July 26, 2023 1:40 PM

Seoul, July 26 (IANS) As achieving sustainability becomes a daunting task for the governments globally, Samsung on Wednesday said it is seeking innovative ideas from startups in the field, including the bustling Indian climate-tech startup community, to invest in and develop innovative technologies capable of helping the planet.

Three tiger cubs born in Ranthambore, CM Gehlot congratulates Forest Dept

IANS | July 25, 2023 9:36 PM

Jaipur, July 25 (IANS) The famous tigress T-84 has given birth to three cubs at the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve.

Cyberabad police suggest different logout times for IT firms to avoid gridlock

IANS | July 25, 2023 9:22 PM

Hyderabad, July 25 (IANS) Cyberabad police have advised information technology companies in the key IT clusters to ensure phase-wise logouts for employees to prevent traffic jams on the major roads in view of the heavy rains forecast for two days.

Manali highway tunnels turn out to be saviour amid Himachal deluge

Vishal Gulati | July 25, 2023 1:51 PM

Shimla, July 25 (IANS) Five all-weather tunnels on the Manali four-lane national highway from Hanogi to Jhalogi, which lay between Mandi and Kullu towns in Himachal Pradesh, turned out to be saviour for the motorists, largely locals, as torrential rain that triggered flash floods in the Beas River has washed away a major portion of the old highway in this segment.

Super typhoon Doksuri threatens Philippines

IANS | July 25, 2023 9:54 AM

Manila, July 25 (IANS) A powerful storm named Doksuri sweeping across the Pacific Ocean in the direction of the Philippines has intensified into a super typhoon, with the state weather bureau warning on Tuesday that it could hit the northern part of the country before moving the South China Sea later this week.