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December 24, 2024 3:18 PM
Japan's environment and industry ministries on Tuesday finalised a plan to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 60% from 2013 levels by 2035, up from its 2030 goal of a 46% cut. The move follows the Biden administration's new U.S. target under the Paris climate agreement to slash GHG emissions by ...
December 24, 2024 12:07 PM
The centenary celebrations of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee commenced on Tuesday with the inauguration of the Atal Swasthya Mela in Lucknow, setting the stage for a series of commemorative events. Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, speaking to ANI, remarked, "Various p...
December 20, 2024 12:18 PM
A new report by the Centre for Financial Accountability reveals that project finance flowing into India's renewable energy sector surged by 63% in 2023, reaching Rs 30,255 crore ($3.66 billion) compared to 2022 figures. The report, titled 'Coal vs RE Investment in 2024', highlights that while proje...
December 19, 2024 9:50 PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and King Charles III of the United Kingdom engaged in a meaningful conversation on Tuesday, reaffirming their dedication to the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and the UK. The two leaders reflected on the long-standing and historic ties between their n...
December 16, 2024 9:10 PM
The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has announced plans to install mist sprayers on electric poles as part of efforts to address air pollution. This initiative is aligned with the Ease of Living mission, a program under the government’s urban development agenda, Vice Chairperson Kuljeet Singh C...
December 15, 2024 1:33 PM
A severe cold wave gripped northern Odisha on Sunday, with the Mayurbhanj district experiencing the worst of the intense chill. The Ramatirtha area in the district recorded temperatures as low as -10 degrees Celsius. According to the Forest Department, other areas in Mayurbhanj also reported extr...
December 13, 2024 6:45 PM
Environment Adviser of Bangladesh Syeda Rizwana Hasan has highlighted the importance of clearing the political clouds that once overshadowed India-Bangladesh relations, emphasising the need for fostering a harmonious partnership between the two nations. “The political clouds that once overshadowe...
December 13, 2024 5:56 PM
The World Court concludes hearings on Friday on countries' legal obligation to fight climate change and whether large states contributing most to greenhouse-gas emissions may be liable for damage caused to small island nations. The International Court of Justice will issue an opinion on those quest...
December 12, 2024 1:13 PM
The Tamil Nadu government declared a holiday for schools in Chennai and nearby districts on Thursday due to heavy rains that began on Wednesday night. District Collectors of Villupuram, Thanjavur, Mayiladuthurai, Ramanathapuram, Dindigul, Cuddalore, and Pudukkottai have also announced holidays in s...
December 11, 2024 8:08 PM
As the 16th session of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (COP16) nears its conclusion in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the atmosphere is charged with urgency. Delegates are racing to finalize agreements that could redefine humanity’s approach to one of its most pressing environmental...
