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October 27, 2026 8:26 PM

12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum Adopts Joint Declaration on Global Cooperation, UN Security Council Reform, AI and Counter-Terrorism

The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum concluded in New Delhi on Tuesday with the adoption of a Joint Declaration, reaffirming the role of inter-parliamentary cooperation in strengthening mutual understanding, building trust among nations, supporting the peaceful resolution of international disputes and promoting inclusive and sustainable development. The declaration was adopted at the conclusion of the forum, which was inaugurated by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday. The Presiding Officers and...

October 7, 2026 10:37 AM

India Calls for Closing Climate Gaps, Fulfilling Commitments Ahead of COP31

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav has called for closing gaps in climate action, fulfilling existing commitments and accelerating the implementation of the Paris Agreement at the upcoming COP31 climate conference. Addressing the plenary discussion on COP31 priorities at the UNFCCC Pre-COP31 meeting in Fiji, the Minister said the success of the conference should be measured by concrete progress in implementation, the delivery of support to those in nee...

October 6, 2026 5:25 PM

No one-size-fits-all approach to climate action, says Bhupender Yadav at Pre-COP31

India has called for equal attention to adaptation, mitigation and means of implementation as countries prepare for the upcoming COP31 climate conference. Leading the Indian delegation at the UNFCCC Pre-COP31 meetings, Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav said the principles of equity and Common but Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities (CBDR-RC) must be upheld for meaningful and sustained climate action. Addressing the Leaders...

September 29, 2026 12:09 PM

India highlights progress in forest cover, restoration and climate action at COFO 28

India has highlighted its forest and landscape restoration initiatives and reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable forest management, climate action and resilient forest landscapes at the 28th Session of the FAO Committee on Forestry (COFO 28) in Rome. The session, being held from September 28 to October 2, brings together countries to discuss global forestry issues. In its statement, India welcomed the Food and Agriculture Organization's focus on Forest and Landscape Restoration and emphasise...

September 19, 2026 3:16 PM

India providing solutions to modern climate challenges, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India is demonstrating how rapid development and environmental sustainability can progress together, highlighting the country's efforts in renewable energy, clean mobility, water conservation and ecological agriculture. Addressing the International Conference on “The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics” at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, PM Modi said India's longstanding cultural connection with nature continues to inform its approach towards...

April 29, 2026 4:13 PM

India emerging as global leader in climate action: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday highlighted India’s growing stature as a global leader in climate action, renewable energy expansion, and international economic engagement, asserting that the country is among the top performers in meeting its climate commitments. Delivering the keynote address at a dialogue on “Advancing Resilience with Climate Change” in New Delhi, Goyal said India has consistently ranked among the top countries in the G20 in achieving its ...

February 16, 2026 5:00 PM

From cyclone forecasts to village alerts: India harnesses AI to power climate action and disaster resilience

As climate change intensifies across the globe, India is turning to Artificial Intelligence (AI) to strengthen disaster preparedness, safeguard ecosystems and drive sustainable development. From village-level weather forecasts to advanced cyclone modelling and forest surveillance, AI-powered innovations are reshaping the country’s climate action strategy. The spotlight is currently on the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, being held from February 16 to 20 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Touted as...

January 9, 2026 4:41 PM

Climate action is an opportunity, not a constraint: Vice President Radhakrishnan at Bharat Climate Forum 2026

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan said that climate action should be viewed not as a limitation on development but as a strategic opportunity to accelerate inclusive growth, strengthen energy security and build a future-ready economy. He was delivering the inaugural address on Friday at the Bharat Climate Forum 2026 in New Delhi. Commending the Council for International Economic Understanding for shaping the Forum into a national platform for serious reflection and purposeful action, the Vice-...

October 10, 2025 6:01 PM

India Calls for Integration of Indigenous Knowledge in Climate Action at IUCN Summit

Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh led India’s intervention at a high-level roundtable with IUCN President Razan Khalifa Al Mubarak during the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi. The session focused on nature-based solutions for climate action and the road to COP30 in Belém. Singh stressed that science and traditional knowledge must be viewed as complementary, calling for an evidence-based and culturally rooted framework for clim...

July 15, 2025 9:44 AM

Heatwaves, droughts and wildfires costing Europe billions each year

Extreme heat and worsening drought situations are gripping large parts of Europe, sparking wildfires, triggering red alerts and intensifying global calls for effective climate actions. Driven by climate change, scientists warn, these conditions signal a new era of drought, threatening food security, energy security, ecosystems and economies. The worrying part is that heatwaves and wildfires are constantly growing deadlier and costlier. If the European Environment Agency (EEA) is to be believed,...