Environment
The southwest monsoon is expected to make its official entry into Kerala today, 4 June 2026, after a period of anticipation and delays. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on 3 June that conditions favourable for...
The Uttar Pradesh government has announced that vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) will be prohibited from refuelling at petrol stations in the National Capital Region (NCR) starting on October 1. This policy...
Southwest Monsoon Arrives in Kerala After Delayed Onset
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced that the southwest monsoon has officially arrived in Kerala, coming four days later than the typical onset...
Three Dead, Hundreds of Solar Panels and Power Poles Damaged in Rajasthan Dust Storm
A powerful dust storm along with rain caused havoc across Barmer, Jaisalmer and Phalodi on Monday evening. A young folk artist and two children...
Fresh Western Disturbance Set to Bring Thunderstorms to India
A fresh western disturbance is on its way to India, promising a return of rainfall and strong thunderstorms just as regions in northern India...
Massive Rain Clouds Observed Over India as Monsoon Approaches
The southwest monsoon is anticipated to arrive soon, as recent satellite images indicate the formation of rain-bearing clouds over India. The INSAT-3DS weather satellite...
Heavy Pre-Monsoon Rains Hit Mumbai Before Official Monsoon Season
Mumbai experienced significant rainfall on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, marking the arrival of the season's first notable pre-monsoon showers. This unexpected weather brought heavy...
Assam To Plant 1 Crore Saplings On World Environment Day With Help Of 35 Lakh Women
The Assam government is set to launch a large-scale tree plantation drive, aiming to plant 1 crore saplings on June 5 to mark World...
India Experiences 3,400 Deaths Daily Due to Extreme Heat
The summer of 2026 has brought soaring temperatures exceeding 45°C in various regions across India, raising alarms regarding the escalating frequency and severity of...
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla Advocates for Earth Conservation at Climate Innovation Summit 2026
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, noted as the first Indian to visit the International Space Station, spoke at the Climate Innovation Summit 2026 held at...
Google Proposes Release of 32 Million Mosquitoes in Florida and California
Google-backed researchers are aiming to obtain authorisation to release up to 32 million specially treated mosquitoes across parts of Florida and California. This initiative...
Indian Railways Plants 81.59 Lakh Trees Across Zones in 2025-26
Indian Railways has planted a notable 81.59 lakh trees during the 2025-26 financial year, underlining its commitment to enhancing environmental sustainability. This initiative, implemented...
Running Out of LPG? You Can Now Cook Using Ethanol in India
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has long been the primary source of cooking fuel for numerous households in India. This fuel, which consists mainly of...
Jackie Shroff Confirms His Role in Khalnayak Returns
Actor Jackie Shroff has officially confirmed his participation in Khalnayak Returns, the sequel to the acclaimed 1993 film Khal Nayak directed by Subhash Ghai....