Long Island Shark Sightings Rise, But Scientists Say Numbers Are Stable
Scientists tag sharks off Long Island as sightings rise, but say populations are far below historic levels.
Environment & Ecology
Drought and Heat Push Spanish Farmers Into Winter Feed Reserves
Extreme heat and drought in Spain's Cantabria region have forced farmers to use winter feed early, raising costs and threatening herd sizes.
Karnataka CM: Central drought aid hinges on matching assessment reports
CM Shivakumar says Karnataka's drought relief depends on its assessment report matching the Centre's evaluation, as Gadag faces its worst drought in 50 years.
Chamarajanagar bans fodder exports as drought grips all taluks
Chamarajanagar DC bans fodder transport outside district after all taluks declared drought-hit, citing livestock shortage fears.
Britain Records Hottest Summer Ever, Met Office Says
Britain's summer of 2025 was its hottest on record, with a mean temperature of 16.5°C, surpassing last year's record.
Munnar Wildlife Division to host four-day amphibian and reptile survey
A four-day herpetofauna survey begins September 3 across Munnar's national parks and sanctuaries, aiming to update species records and ecological data.
Kumarakom to deploy robots in month-long fight against Vembanad water hyacinth
Kumarakom launches a one-month robotic pilot to clear water hyacinth from Vembanad lake and study value-added uses for the weed.
Tiger sightings near Polavaram project disrupt work, trigger alert
A tiger's movement near the Polavaram project site has alarmed workers and villagers, prompting forest officials to issue safety advisories and deploy rescue teams.
ESA Draft Notification Covers Seven More Villages in Pathanamthitta
Seven villages in Pathanamthitta's Konni and Ranni taluks are included in the latest ESA draft notification, stirring political debate.
Shivamogga leaders told to quit over 'failure' on farmer issues
Ti.Na. Srinivasa of Malnad Raitha Horata Samiti demands resignation of Shivamogga MLAs and MP for failing farmers.
White froth blankets Periyar near Edayar; PCB probes illegal discharge
Frothy white layer spotted on Periyar River near Edayar industrial area; samples sent for testing to check illegal waste discharge.
India, Germany Deepen Green Ties at 4th Environment Forum
India and Germany held the 4th Indo-German Environment Forum, signing a wetland conservation pact and discussing circular economy and climate resilience.
Nepal's Hydropower Ambitions Hit by Deadly Floods
Floods damaging 10% of Nepal's hydropower capacity force power imports from India and raise climate risk concerns.
Indonesia bets on coal-fired aluminum boom as Iran war reshapes supply
Indonesia is expanding coal-powered aluminum production to fill supply gaps from the Iran war, raising climate and environmental concerns.
Rural India's waste crisis: What two districts show about the way forward
UN data shows 2 billion rural people lack waste collection. Two Indian districts demonstrate local solutions for rural waste management.
Akshay Kumar, Priyadarshan to Reunite for Wildlife Conservation Thriller Set in 1960s India
Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan's next film will be a comic thriller on wildlife conservation, inspired by Jim Corbett, set in 1960s India.
France begins levying penalties on ultra-fast fashion giants
France has begun imposing fines on ultra-fast fashion items from Shein and Temu, citing environmental concerns from overproduction.
Spain's traditional abanico finds new life amid scorching heatwaves
As heatwaves grip Spain, the traditional abanico hand fan is seeing a resurgence among all ages, blending heritage with practical relief.
Hamptons Shark Tagging Effort Maps a Nursery for Young Great Whites
Marine researchers off New York's Hamptons are tagging sharks to study a great white nursery and the effects of warming waters.
Unregulated Treks, Hidden-Spot Tourism Worry Western Ghats Residents
Residents and activists flag unpermitted commercial treks and off-road events in Karnataka's Western Ghats, citing waste, wildlife risks, and threats to water sources.