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University of Toronto study finds 14 host cities at heat risk for FIFA World Cup 2026, advocating for player and fan safety

Researchers at the University of Toronto warn that extreme heat could pose serious risks during the FIFA World Cup 2026, with 14 of 16 host cities exceeding safe playing temperatures. Experts urge FIFA to reschedule matches to cooler hours, implement cooling measures, and strengthen heat policies to protect players, officials, and fans from heat-related illnesses.

India must bring net-zero goal forward: Climate Group CEO

India dominates list of most polluted cities despite spending crores on air pollution control

COP30 in Amazon: Brazil cutting trees for a 'green' summit

Study finds wastewater contamination costs India’s fishery sector over $2 billion annually

Launched at the World Ocean Summit in Japan by ocean health initiative Back to Blue and the Ocean Sewage Alliance, the study highlights the high cost of inaction in wastewater management in Brazil, India, Kenya, the Philippines and the United Kingdom. Among the five countries, India's fishery sector suffers the most, losing 5.4% ($2.2 billion) of its economic value annually, followed by Kenya (5.1%).

Only 7 countries met WHO air quality standards: Data

India ranked fifth in the smog rankings behind Chad, Bangladesh, Pakistan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Roaring ahead: India welcomes its 58th tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh

Hailing the move, PM Modi reaffirmed India’s leadership in wildlife conservation and commitment to a sustainable planet.

1,300 tons of garbage removed from Yamuna in 10 days, says Delhi minister

Cleaning the Yamuna was one of the key promises made by the BJP for the recently-concluded Delhi Assembly polls. He assured people that complaints related to sewage treatment would be addressed and all STPs are expected to be installed within two years.

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk writes open letter to PM, says India should take lead in preserving glaciers

Drawing attention to the gravity of the situation in the Himalayas, Wangchuk told a press conference in the capital that if steps are not taken to restore these glaciers which are the source of our perennial rivers, the next Maha Kumbh after 144 years may be held on sand as the rivers may dry up.