Environment

March 25, 2026 12:57 PM

Met dept sounds alert on dust storms, rain in Rajasthan from March 28

The Meteorological Centre in Jaipur has issued an alert forecasting a fresh spell of dust storms and rainfall in eight districts of Rajasthan beginning March 28. According to the Met Centre, weather conditions between March 25 and 27 will remain partly cloudy in some regions, while most parts of th...

March 25, 2026 10:15 AM

Fresh snowfall and Tulip Garden developments boost Kashmir’s tourism

The picturesque Bhaderwah Valley has once again captured the attention of tourists with a fresh spell of snowfall that has blanketed the famous Guldanda tourist destination. The snow has turned the region into a mesmerising white wonderland, enhancing its natural beauty and attracting both tourists ...

March 25, 2026 10:29 AM

Pakistan emerges as world’s most polluted country in 2025: IQAir report

Pakistan has been ranked the world’s most polluted country in 2025, with levels of hazardous fine particulate matter far exceeding global health standards, Dawn reported on Tuesday. The annual report by Swiss air quality monitoring firm IQAir found that concentrations of PM2.5 — tiny airborne p...

March 24, 2026 11:43 AM

Rain likely to continue in Rajasthan till March-end, says weather department

The ongoing spell of rain and thunderstorms across Rajasthan is set to continue till the end of March, bringing a noticeable drop in temperatures and delaying the onset of intense summer heat in parts of the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has attributed the changing weather to bac...

March 23, 2026 1:46 PM

Jammu’s biggest Tulip garden set to open soon in Sanasar Valley

The biggest Tulip garden of Jammu is all set to open soon for the public in the Sanasar Valley, an official confirmed on Monday. Director, Department of Floriculture, Vivek Modi said, "I am here to see the development and how the Tulips have bloomed. It (The garden) will open within a few days. I...

March 23, 2026 12:47 PM

Rain lashes Rajasthan parts, weather alerts issued by MeT Department

The weather took a dramatic turn on Monday morning across several districts of Rajasthan, including Jaipur, Alwar, Dausa, and Didwana, as rain lashed here, bringing down the temperatures and causing a chill. Skies remained heavily overcast as rain, accompanied by thunder and lightning, swept throug...

March 23, 2026 11:13 AM

Manipur launches ‘Ningol Van Initiative’ to boost forest conservation

On the occasion of the International Day of Forests, the Manipur government on Sunday renewed its focus on protecting forests, preventing deforestation, and curbing illegal activities, including poppy cultivation, officials said. A key highlight of the observance was the launch of the “Ningol Van...