Danube rise offers brief relief, but Paks nuclear plant stays at 10% capacity
Hungary expects a temporary Danube rise, but the Paks nuclear plant continues to operate at 10% capacity due to low water levels.
Environment & Ecology
Aluminum Smelter Plan Splits Oklahoma GOP in Governor's Race
A proposed aluminum smelter has divided Oklahoma Republicans ahead of the August 25 runoff for governor.
France Forecasts 35% Drop in Maize Output, Lowest in Decades
France's farm ministry projects a 35% fall in grain maize output to 9.0 million tons, the lowest since 1980, due to severe summer weather.
France's maize harvest set to slump 35% to lowest in decades
France's grain maize crop is forecast to fall 35% to 9 million tonnes, the lowest since 1980, after heat and drought.
Europe Heatwave: Hungary Breaks Record, Germany Reports 11,900 Deaths
A severe European heatwave has broken a 121-year-old record in Hungary and caused an estimated 11,900 heat-related deaths in Germany this year.
European startups race to build next-generation firefighting aircraft
European startups are developing new water-bombers to replace ageing Canadair fleets, facing technical, financial, and certification hurdles.
Kenya Farmers Question Cyanide Theory in Elephant Deaths
Farmers near Kenya's Amboseli park dispute claims that cyanide-tainted tomatoes killed 15 elephants, urging further investigation into the deaths.
Europe's Heatwave Is Now a Market Signal Investors Can't Ignore
Record heat is disrupting supply chains, fueling inflation worries, and driving growth in climate-risk financial products across Europe.
IMD issues red alert for heatwave across Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan
IMD red alert for heatwave in North India; severe conditions expected for five days; precautions advised.
AI and Climate Resilience: Promise and Pitfalls in India's Adaptation Push
AI offers powerful tools for climate adaptation, yet data gaps, costs, and ethical risks require careful integration with traditional knowledge and policy.
Forest Fires Intensify as Heatwave and Drought Grip the Nation
Record heat and drought fuel devastating forest fires, impacting biodiversity, wildlife, and communities nationwide.
Heatwaves in India: Understanding the Threat and the Way Forward
An overview of heatwave definitions, causes, health risks, and India's preparedness measures.
Microbial Methane on the Rise as Fossil Fuel Emissions Plateau
Study finds fossil fuel methane declining since 1990s, while microbial sources rise, reshaping understanding of greenhouse gas trends.
Unclassed Forests: 27-Year Data Gap Leaves India's Deemed Forests in Limbo
A Supreme Court-mandated review reveals that most states failed to identify unclassed forests, leaving them vulnerable to diversion.
Uttarakhand Forest Fires: Causes, Frequency, and How India Fights Them
Forest fires rage in Uttarakhand's Nainital district. Here's what causes them, how frequent they are in India, and prevention methods.
Andaman and Nicobar Sanctuary Plan Raises Indigenous Rights Concerns
The Andaman and Nicobar administration plans new wildlife sanctuaries on islands traditionally used by indigenous southern Nicobarese people, raising rights and ecological concerns.
Chipko Movement at 50: A Legacy of Hugging Trees and Shaping Environmental Policy
Marking 50 years of the Chipko movement, its origins, impact on policy and eco-feminism, and the call for a 'Chipko 2.0'.
Landfill Fires and Toxic Leachate: India's Waste Crisis Demands Urgent Fix
India's overflowing landfills, like Delhi's Ghazipur, are catching fire and leaking toxins, demanding urgent waste-management reforms.
UN Agrees on Historic High Seas Treaty to Protect Ocean Biodiversity
UN members finalize a historic treaty to protect marine biodiversity in international waters, aiming to safeguard 30% of oceans by 2030.
Nanoplastics and Heart Health: A Growing Concern for Science and Policy
Nanoplastics pose an emerging threat to cardiovascular health, warranting urgent scientific investigation and policy intervention.