Kerala's First Solar Ferry for Kochi Backwaters Nears Launch
Kerala SWTD to launch its first solar-powered boat in Kochi backwaters, part of 18-vessel order aimed at cutting costs and pollution.
Environment & Ecology
PMK warns of protests if Pallikaranai marshland construction continues
PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss opposes construction on Pallikaranai Marshland, warns of protests if work isn't halted and structures removed.
EU industry chief moves to ban waste exports to non-OECD nations
EU proposes banning waste and aluminium scrap exports to non-OECD countries via a delegated act under waste shipment rules.
Washington Pulp Mill Had Long Record of Safety Lapses Before Fatal Blast
Records show a Washington pulp mill had years of safety complaints, maintenance failures and toxic chemical releases before a fatal tank collapse killed 11 workers.
Andhra Deputy CM orders scientific study of Godavari pollution
Pawan Kalyan directs APPCB to conduct a comprehensive study of Godavari pollution, testing river water and drains, using ₹100 crore conservation fund.
Portugal unveils €2.3 billion plan to tackle waste crisis as landfills near capacity
Portugal approves €2.3 billion waste plan through 2030 as 13 of 32 landfills near capacity.
EU moves to ban waste exports to non-OECD nations, including aluminium scrap
EU industry chief proposes banning waste exports, including aluminium scrap, to non-OECD countries via a new delegated act.
India urges developed nations to lead climate action amid Nepal's compensation push
India responds to Nepal's call for climate compensation, stressing developed countries must lead emission cuts and support developing nations.
Spain Calls for EU Climate Adaptation Fund and Binding Risk Targets
Spain urges EU to create a climate adaptation fund, set binding targets, and conduct five-yearly risk assessments.
Retired Lab Chimpanzees Get Full Health Assessments in Liberia
Chimpanzees retired from research labs undergo health checks at a Liberian sanctuary, assessing their long-term wellbeing.
Veteran Tusker Abhimanyu Gets Special Nod for Mysuru Dasara Finale
Karnataka Forest Department grants special permission for 60-year-old tusker Abhimanyu to participate in Mysuru Dasara Jamboo Savari as 'Nishane Ane'.
EPA seeks fresh input on plan to narrow federal wetland protections
The EPA is reopening public comment on its proposed rule to sharply limit federal wetland protections under the Clean Water Act, following the 2023 Sackett decision.
Ballari farmers' body seeks immediate drought relief works
AIKKMS Ballari demands immediate drought relief works, loan waivers, and local employment for affected rural households.
Karnataka to File Criminal Cases Over Panchayat Lake Encroachments
Karnataka's RDPR Minister warns of criminal cases against encroachers of gram panchayat lakes, citing 4,828 lakes still under encroachment.
Sharavathi Project: Ex-Minister, Green Forum Allege Irregularities, Seek CBI Probe
Former minister K.S. Eshwarappa and environmental forum allege corruption in Sharavathi Pumped Storage Project, demanding a CBI inquiry.
Turkey Hosts Climate Finance Summit Ahead of COP31 in Antalya
Turkey's COP31 president-designate Murat Kurum spoke at the Istanbul Climate Finance Summit, as the nation prepares to host the UN climate conference in Antalya.
Nepal's Post-Flood Rebuild Hits Funding Wall as Climate Fund Falls Short
Nepal's request for emergency climate disaster funding exposes the gap between pledged aid and available resources.
Wendell Berry, Poet of Land and Spirit, Dies at 92
Kentucky author Wendell Berry, whose writings linked environmental stewardship with spiritual wholeness, has died at 92.
Three-day forest fire in Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve finally contained
Forest personnel and villagers doused a three-day fire in Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve's Kambathrayan Hill, damaging hundreds of acres of vegetation.
South Africa data centre boom faces scrutiny over water and power use
South African civil rights groups urge a halt on new data centres, citing concerns over water, land, and electricity use.