environment

Death toll rises to 23 as Himalayan cloudbursts trigger floods and landslides

The relentless floodwaters and landslides have left many areas isolated, prompting the use of drones by rescuers to access these hard-hit locations. The Indian Air Force (IAF) has deployed Chinook and MI17 helicopters to assist in the evacuation of 800 pilgrims stranded on the dangerous trek to Kedarnath. These evacuations are dependent on favorable weather conditions and are expected to take place on Aug 3.

Death toll surpasses 300 in Kerala landslide, drones search for survivors

25% of India faces rainfall deficit mid-monsoon season

Kerala landslides: Result of climate wrath or human avarice?

Columbia University study: Switching from gas to electric stoves can cut indoor air pollution by half

According to research by Columbia University, replacing gas stoves with electric induction models can lower indoor nitrogen dioxide (NO2) pollution by more than 50%. This study, which focused on low-income households in the Bronx, highlights the significant health benefits, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and the necessity of prioritizing vulnerable populations in the transition to cleaner cooking methods.

At least 50 confirmed dead in massive landslides in Kerala's Wayanad; many still trapped

Among those killed are several children, and hundreds more are feared trapped as authorities struggle to carry out rescue operations, with affected areas completely cut off amid heavy rainfall in the hilly district.

Temperature rises to 36.2 degrees Celsius in Kashmir, highest ever recorded in July in 25 years

The meteorological observatory in Srinagar recorded maximum temperatures of 36.2 degrees which was above normal by 6.3 degrees.

At least 4 dead in Pune as heavy rains batter Maharashtra

Three die of electrocution, one gets buried alive after landslide. Two feared trapped under the debris of another landslide, and two feared drowned.

Red alert issued for Mumbai and neighboring districts after heavy rains batter region

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued the alert on July 25 as heavy rainfall continues to hit Mumbai. There is a strong possibility of gusty winds reaching speeds of 50-60 kmph along with heavy rainfall, the weather department said.

Prez Murmu turns teacher for a day, talks to students about global warming

In her interaction with class 9 students of Dr Rajendra Prasad Kendriya Vidyalaya, Murmu emphasized the need to reduce water wastage while encouraging the kids to plant trees.