Chennai Secretariat Project Raises Fears Among Fisherfolk
Fisherfolk in Chennai fear a proposed 26-acre Secretariat-cum-Assembly complex will disrupt their livelihoods and access to the sea.
Environment & Ecology
Kerala's human-wildlife conflict panel draws flak over composition
Environmental and animal rights groups have criticised Kerala's new advisory committee on human-wildlife conflict, questioning the expertise and representation of its members.
NGT Orders Joint Inspection of Sambhar Lake Over Encroachment, Illegal Salt Pans
The NGT has formed a joint committee to inspect Sambhar Lake after allegations of encroachment, illegal salt pans and groundwater extraction at the Ramsar wetland.
California to Track PFAS in Pesticides Under New Law
California will begin tracking PFAS in agricultural pesticides after Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill requiring the state's pesticide regulator to flag the chemicals in public use data.
Activists Push Back as Vedanta Eyes Niyamgiri Bauxite Again
The NAPM has cautioned against renewed efforts to mine bauxite in the Niyamgiri hills after Vedanta's chairman called for reopening the reserve.
Dimming Lights at Night Can Help Billions of Migrating Birds, Says Purdue Expert
A Purdue University expert explains how turning off or dimming lights from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. can reduce the toll of artificial light on night-migrating birds.
EU cuts maize harvest forecast to lowest level this century after summer drought
The European Commission cut its EU maize production forecast to 48.3 million metric tons, the lowest since at least 2000, after drought damaged crops.
Centre Sets 373.93 MT Foodgrain Target for 2026-27, Rules Out El Nino Crisis
India has set a foodgrain production target of 373.93 million tonne for 2026-27, with the Agriculture Minister saying a 12% rainfall deficit is unlikely to hit output.
CAQM revises GRAP rules for Delhi-NCR, tightens vehicle and construction curbs
The CAQM has modified the Graded Response Action Plan for Delhi-NCR, extending older vehicle curbs to Sonipat, moving some bus restrictions to GRAP-1, and expanding construction norms.
Lalbagh to Get 2.5-Acre Mist Garden Modelled on Singapore's Gardens by the Bay
Karnataka is developing a 2.5-acre mist-fed garden at Lalbagh Botanical Garden, inspired by Singapore's Gardens by the Bay, with 50 rare shade-loving species and 15 check dams.
Iñárritu's 'Digger' Review: Cruise-Led Climate Satire Aims High
A review of 'Digger,' Alejandro G. Iñárritu's climate satire starring Tom Cruise as an oil magnate, in theaters Friday.
Bhupender Yadav Honours 15 Forest Officers at Eco Warrior Awards 2026
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav presented the 4th Eco Warrior Awards in New Delhi, honouring 15 forest officers and recognising Project Elephant and Great Indian Bustard conservation efforts.
Delhi Unveils Winter Action Plan With Vehicle Curbs and Construction Bans
Delhi's Winter Action Plan 2026-27 introduces BS-VI entry rules, a No PUCC No Fuel drive, phased construction bans and dust-control steps.
EU Weighs Methane Import Rule Delay as IEA Keeps Oil Stock Option Open
EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen says the bloc may delay methane import rules by a year; IEA chief Fatih Birol says further oil stock releases are not currently a priority.
Delhi to Bar Non-BS-VI Outside Vehicles From Nov 1 Under Winter Pollution Plan
Delhi will restrict non-BS-VI vehicles registered outside the city from November 1, alongside parking fee hikes, staggered office timings and construction curbs.
CAQM Revises GRAP Schedule, Tightens Vehicle and Dust Curbs Across NCR
CAQM approves a revised GRAP schedule with 48 actions, tighter vehicle and dust norms, and expanded web-portal monitoring of construction sites in NCR.
Hong Kong Prices HK$20 Billion Digital Green Bonds, World's Largest Issuance
Hong Kong has priced a HK$20 billion digital multi-currency green bond offering, the largest of its kind, with tokenised deposits included for the first time.
US Flood Insurance Gap Widens as Federal Program Prices Out Millions
A federal flood insurance program covers just 2.4% of US properties as prices surge, leaving high-risk, poorer areas like eastern Kentucky exposed.
US Flood Insurance Covers Few Despite Rising Climate Risk
Only 2.4% of US properties have federal flood insurance while 8.4% face severe or extreme flood risk, exposing millions as climate change intensifies flooding.
Idukki bans plantation work between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. after fatal elephant attacks
Idukki District Collector Dineshan Cheruvatt has barred all work and human movement inside plantations from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. after six fatal wild elephant attacks this year.