2024 Lok Sabha Elections

Release of two cheetahs at Kuno on International Cheetah Day; 11 still in enclosures

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 […]

Cyclone Fengal weakens, leaves trail of torrential rain in Puducherry

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 […]

Bhopal Gas Tragedy: 40 years on, toxic waste still plagues city

NEW DELHI: Nearly 40 years after the nightmarish Bhopal gas tragedy, hundreds of tonnes of toxic waste still blight the Union Carbide India Limited premises, keeping the memory of the disaster alive. Despite numerous court orders and warnings, the hazardous remnants continue to pose significant health and environmental risks. Over the past 40 years, Bhopal’s real […]

Plastic Pollution Pact talks in Busan stall over unresolved issues

NEW DELHI: Negotiations to ratify a legally binding treaty to curb plastic pollution ended without any consensus in Busan, South Korea. Critical unresolved issues necessitated additional time for agreement, according to the chair, Ecuadorian diplomat Luis Vayas Valdivieso. “While it is encouraging that portions of the text have been agreed upon, a few critical issues prevent […]

Enthusiasts spot rare birds during Delhi Winter Bird Count 2024

NEW DELHI: Over 100 bird enthusiasts from across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) came together on Sunday for the Delhi Winter Bird Count 2024. Among the highlights of this year’s count were the sightings of several rare species, including the Eurasian Griffon and the Slender-billed Gull. This event was organized by various bird-watching groups […]