New York, Sep 9 (IANS) Antarctica -- Earth’s coldest and driest continent experienced both an unprecedented heatwave and extreme precipitation in 2022, according to new research led by one of an Indian-origin.
New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Even as changing climate conditions are threatening pearl millet (bajra) production, a team of researchers has suggested a re-evaluation of how and where the millet is grown in India.
New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) As India doubles down on its electric vehicle (EV) dream with a push for local manufacturing, leading EV and industry stakeholders on Friday said it is a perfect time to create awareness and encourage a move toward environmentally-friendly transportation.
Wellington, Sep 7 (IANS) New Zealand has seen major progress in its biggest ever emission reduction project and is on track to have greener steel as soon as 2026, which will eliminate 1 per cent of the country's total annual emissions.
Mumbai, Sep 5 (IANS) ‘Roadies’ is normally known for its perilous tasks and its thrilling rides of drama, as well as the fights between contestants and Gang Leaders. But people often forget what goes on Behind-The-Scenes, and this time ‘Roadies’ showcased what the crew actually does when designing the sets for the tasks.
New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Despite high-income countries claiming that they have achieved green growth and reduced carbon emissions, a new Lancet study has challenged their claims, saying emission reductions in 11 rich nations fall drastically short of meeting the climate goals and fairness requirements of the Paris Agreement.
Wellington, Sep 5 (IANS) New Zealand scientists on Tuesday released "Shaking Layers" heatmaps to show the intensity of shaking caused by earthquakes in different parts of the country.
Hyderabad, Sep 5 (IANS) Authorities have opened 12 flood gates of Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar on Musi River to release the water downstream as the twin reservoirs were receiving huge inflows due to incessant rain.
New Delhi, Sep 4 (IANS) The Delhi High Court on Monday directed that construction activities be stopped within the Central Ridge area of the national capital, including plans for a 25-metre boundary wall, grill work, and visitor toilets at historic monument, Malcha Mahal.
New Delhi, Sep 4 (IANS) In a groundbreaking findings, over 37,000 alien species, comprising India’s hyacinth and Lantana, have been introduced by many human activities to regions and biomes around the world, a major new report made public on Monday by the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) said.
