2024: From heartbreaking losses to unbelievable crimes - a year that stunned India

IANS | December 29, 2024 6:04 PM

New Delhi, Dec 29 (IANS) The year 2024 was marked by various events that had a profound impact on the nation. Several of these incidents sparked widespread discussions, leaving both the government and the public in a state of shock. Here’s a look at some of the key events that created a stir across the country.

Climate change risks impacting financial system, need India-specific data: RBI’s Rajeshwar Rao

IANS | December 28, 2024 2:15 PM

New Delhi, Dec 28 (IANS) Climate change risks have started to impact the financial system and it is essential to build capabilities to ensure correct assessment of these risks and put in place suitable adaptation and mitigation measures, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Deputy Governor M. Rajeshwar Rao has said, stressing the need for India-specific data that can be based on globally accepted range of scenarios.

Rain, winds bring chilly effect to Delhi; snowfall in store for Shimla

IANS | December 27, 2024 7:06 PM

New Delhi, Dec 27 (IANS) A wet New Year’s Eve appears to be in store for tourists in the northern hills as the weather in Delhi and northern states like J&K, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab and Rajasthan took a dramatic turn on Friday with rain and cold winds combining to create a chilly effect.

Dense fog grips Delhi amid 'very poor' air quality; trains, flights delayed

IANS | December 26, 2024 9:18 AM

New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) Delhi continues to grapple with dense fog, significantly lowering visibility across multiple areas for consecutive days. The air quality in the national capital remained in the 'very poor' category, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 343 at 6 a.m. on Thursday.

Dense fog engulfs Delhi as air quality remains 'very poor'

IANS | December 25, 2024 8:50 AM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) Delhi woke up to dense fog on Wednesday morning, significantly reducing visibility. The overall Air Quality Index at 7 a.m. was recorded at 333, categorised as 'very poor', an improvement from the previous day's 'severe' level.

Dharavi Redevelopment Project: Zero financial burden, 10 years of worry-free living

IANS | December 24, 2024 5:33 PM

Mumbai, Dec 24 (IANS) Imagine moving into a brand-new home, surrounded by modern infrastructure and facilities, without worrying about maintenance charges for the next 10 years. That’s the promise of the Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) — an initiative that goes beyond housing to ensure a financially sustainable future for its residents.

25 pc of country’s area under green cover: Minister

IANS | December 21, 2024 5:24 PM

New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) As compared to 2021, there is an increase of 1,445 sq km in the total forest and tree cover of the country with 25.17 per cent of the total geographical area being green, Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav said on Saturday.