Environment

NEW DELHI: India’s rivers which are the lifeblood of millions are facing an unprecedented pollution crisis. The Sutlej in Ludhiana, Ganga in Haridwar, and Yamuna in Delhi are facing a crisis over polluted water. These rivers are crucial for both human consumption and agriculture and are now dangerously polluted which is threatening public health and the […]

NEW DELHI: The Ganga River revered as a lifeline by millions, facing alarming levels of pollution. The Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board’s (UKPCB) recent testing reveals that the Ganga water in Haridwar falls under the ‘B’ category. This classification indicates that the water is unsuitable for drinking but remains safe for bathing. UKPCB conducts monthly water quality […]

NEW DELHI: In a landmark decision for wildlife conservation, the Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary has officially been declared a tiger reserve. This announcement comes after the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, through the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), granted in-principle approval. The designation marks a significant step towards ensuring better management and conservation of […]

NEW DELHI: In a significant development for India’s wildlife conservation efforts, Kuno National Park is set to release at least two cheetahs into the wild on International Cheetah Day, falling on Wednesday. The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has approved this momentous event. This release marks a key step in India’s ongoing efforts to reintroduce cheetahs to […]

NEW DELHI: Cyclone Fengal, which made landfall near Puducherry on November 30, has significantly weakened but continues to leave a lasting impact on the region. Torrential rains, influenced by the storm, have led to the highest rainfall in three decades for the union territory, prompting the deployment of the Army and National Disaster Response Force […]