Forest fires in Nepal leave scores with severe burns, respiratory illness
Kathmandu, April 7 (IANS) As Nepal chokes due to several incidents of forest fire, the number of burn cases has risen alarmingly in hospitals treating burn victims.
Kathmandu, April 7 (IANS) As Nepal chokes due to several incidents of forest fire, the number of burn cases has risen alarmingly in hospitals treating burn victims.
New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Indian Railways has set up about 209 MW of solar plants on 2,249 railway stations and service buildings across the country so far as part of its efforts to promote solar energy in line with the government policies to enhance renewable energy, the Parliament was informed on Wednesday.
Hyderabad, April 2 (IANS) The Telangana High Court on Wednesday ordered a halt to the ongoing work on 400 acres in Kancha Gachibowli near the Hyderabad Central University (HCU) till Thursday.
Jaipur, April 2 (IANS) The Meteorological Department in Rajasthan has warned of a significant rise in temperatures, with a 3 to 5 degree Celsius increase expected in both minimum and maximum temperatures over the next three to four days. Also, it has predicted rains and cloudy weather in some parts of the state.
New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of an exceptionally hot summer ahead, with rising temperatures expected across the country. The department forecasts six to ten heatwave days from April to June, potentially increasing to 10-11 by June.
New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) Glitches in ‘Pollution Under Control’ certification for vehicles and entry of polluting trucks into Delhi may come up for discussion in the Assembly on Tuesday as Chief Minister Rekha Gupta prepares to table a Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) report ‘exposing’ failures of the previous AAP government in cleaning the city’s toxic air.
New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar on Sunday termed the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy a "mega environmental negligence" as he rued that the lessons from the disaster "are still unlearned".
New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Addressing the 120th episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the pressing need for water conservation, highlighting the extensive efforts being undertaken across the country to address water scarcity.
New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) Attero, India’s largest cleantech company and the world's largest recycler of lithium-ion batteries has been recognised by leading industry associations like CII, FICCI, and ASSOCHAM for its groundbreaking contributions to sustainability and circular economy innovation.
New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) Hours after a high-intensity earthquake jolted Myanmar, causing widespread devastation, India came to the quick rescue of the neighboring country by sending rescue teams and providing humanitarian aid to assist in evacuation efforts as well as comforting the displaced populace.