environment

July 22 recorded as world's hottest day in 84 years, says European climate agency

The new daily global average temperature broke the record set on July 21 when the temperature reached 17.09 degrees Celsius.

Heavy rains cause major disruption in Nilgiris district

Arctic Demersal Fish face potential local extinction by 2100 due to climate change: Study

Indore achieves world record, plants 11 lakh saplings within 24 hours

Climate change negatively impacts education system, increases learning loss, says UNESCO report

The global report compiled by UNESCO, Monitoring and Evaluating Climate Communication and Education (MECCE) project and University of Saskatchewan in Canada has pointed out that most low and middle-income countries are experiencing climate-related school closures every year, increasing chances of learning loss and dropout.

Hurricane Beryl moves on, leaving behind trail of destruction and millions without power in US

The combination of extreme weather and humidity, compounded by power shortages, poses severe health risks to people in Houston, with temperatures forecasted to reach up to 41 degrees Celsius as authorities work to restore power in the Texan city.

How hurricanes will change as global warming intensifies

Seawater hotter than 26 degrees Celsius (79°F) is the lifeblood of hurricanes. Warm, moist air is another prerequisite. But that’s not all these monsters need to reach the limits of their savagery.

Highest single-day rainfall in 5 years lashes Mumbai, throws life in disarray

Heavy rain in Mumbai has inundated most parts of the city, leading to massive disruptions in air traffic, with over 50 flights canceled. Suburban train services in the metropolitan area were also affected.

Take 'smaller, local steps' to protect environment, Prez Murmu urges people

'Let us pledge to do what we can do – individually, locally – for the sake of a better tomorrow. We owe it to our children, said Murmu, who is on a four-day trip to Odisha for the Jagannath Yatra.