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PM Modi announces Surha Tal as India's 100th Ramsar site: Here's complete list of all 100 sites
Travel | June 05, 2026 12:55 ISTIndia has reached a major environmental milestone with the designation of Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal) in Uttar Pradesh as the country's 100th Ramsar site. Here's what Ramsar sites are, why they matter, and the complete list of India's internationally recognised wetlands.
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World Earth Day 2026: Significance, history, global milestones, theme, and climate change impact
Events | April 22, 2026 7:21 ISTCelebrated worldwide, World Earth Day highlights urgent environmental challenges and the need for action. With the 2026 theme ‘Our Power, Our Planet’, it focuses on clean energy, accountability, and community solutions amid rising climate concerns and extreme weather events.
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World Environment Day 2025: Date, theme, history and significance of the day
Lifestyle | June 03, 2025 13:09 ISTWorld Environment Day is an international day that has been held annually since 1973. It engages over 150 countries through campaigns, events and initiatives. Check here the date, theme, history and significance of World Environment Day 2025.
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No fuel for vehicles older than 15 years after March 31 at petrol pumps in Delhi: Manjinder Sirsa
Delhi | March 01, 2025 16:56 ISTDelhi: In addition to restricting fuel supply to older vehicles, Environment Minister Manjinder Sirsa announced that all high-rise buildings, hotels, and commercial complexes in the national capital must install anti-smog guns to curb air pollution levels.
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Delhi: Okhla’s waste-to-energy plant sparks health and environmental crisis
Delhi | November 12, 2024 12:48 ISTThe Okhla waste-to-energy plant, once seen as a solution to Delhi's garbage problem, is now contributing to severe health and environmental issues, with rising respiratory diseases, pollution, and expanding operations.
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World Nature Conservation Day 2024: Know theme, significance and 5 ways to conserve natural resource
Lifestyle | July 28, 2024 12:07 ISTDiscover the theme and significance of World Nature Conservation Day 2024. Learn about five effective ways to conserve natural resources and contribute to a sustainable future.
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UAE launches 10-year 'Blue Residency' visas: Who is eligible and how to apply? DETAILS
World | May 17, 2024 13:47 ISTThe move comes as UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan extended the 2023 Year of Sustainability to promote green initiatives. The special Blue Visa is for those individuals who have made exceptional contributions towards sustainability and environmental protection.
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Lakshadweep in crisis: Researchers find widespread bleaching of coral reefs due to marine heatwaves
India | May 07, 2024 13:41 ISTCoral bleaching refers to when the reefs undergo stress due to warm water and expel algae in their tissues, causing them to turn white. The study says that such bleaching in Lakshadweep has risen to unprecedented levels due to marine heatwaves, causing abnormally high water temperatures.
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Delhi Govt lifts ban on construction, demolition activities
News | November 29, 2023 19:04 ISTDelhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced on November 29 that, with a slight improvement in air quality, the ban on construction and demolition activities has been lifted.
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Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2023: Madhya Pradesh's Indore tops clean air survey, Agra and Thane follow
India | September 07, 2023 21:43 ISTSwachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2023: For their outstanding performance, the top three cities in each category are rewarded with cash prizes, trophies, and certificates every September 7.
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World Nature Conservation Day 2023: 5 ways to use recycled products to protect our environment
Lifestyle | July 27, 2023 14:49 ISTFrom buying reusable items to donating old items to local recycling centres, there are plenty of ways you can make a difference and help keep our planet healthy and happy.
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New Zealand announces ban on thin plastic bags in supermarkets from Saturday
World | June 29, 2023 13:50 ISTThe government had banned the use of thick plastic shopping bags used by customers to carry groceries, instead opting for reusable polyester bags, AP reported. The aim of this campaign stems from concerns over the country's large number of waste production.
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We are working to make India a green energy hub: PM Modi on climate change
World | June 23, 2023 2:30 ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden were speaking an joint press conference at the White House after holding bilateral talks.
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Roger Payne, scientist who discovered whales can sing, dies at 88
World | June 15, 2023 17:00 ISTPayne made the discovery in 1967 during a research trip to Bermuda in which a Navy engineer provided him with a recording of curious underwater sounds documented while listening for Russian submarines.
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Joshimath sinking UPDATE: Uttarakhand CM Dhami to lead rehabilitation ops, experts begin survey
India | January 06, 2023 14:08 ISTJoshimath sinking updates: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami today (January 6) said that in the wake of the land subsidence at Joshimath in Chamoli district, he would hold a high-level meeting in Dehradun this evening.
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Why is iPhone 14 series better than any other existing iPhones?
Technology | September 12, 2022 13:05 ISTApple has also made significant progress in reducing the carbon impact of aluminium and other metals found in its products.
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Pollution scare! Delhi govt bans production, sale, use of firecrackers till January 1
India | September 07, 2022 11:55 ISTOnline sale/delivery of firecrackers will also be banned in Delhi. The restriction will remain in force till January 1, 2023.
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PM Modi asks BJP-ruled states to boost business environment
India | July 24, 2022 23:35 ISTPM Modi emphasised the better implementation of some key schemes and initiatives of the government such as GatiShakti, Har Ghar Jal, Svamitva, and direct benefit transfer, the BJP said in a statement.
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Ranked Lowest among 180 countries: India rejects Environment Performance Index 2022
India | June 08, 2022 15:49 ISTThe survey used 40 performance indicators, across 11 categories to judge countries on climate change performance, environmental health and ecosystem vitality.
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Digital transformation is an absolute necessity in today's time
Technology | June 05, 2022 19:01 ISTDigital Transformation is not just the need, but it is the necessity- says Rajesh Sinha, Founder and Chairman of Fulcrum Digital Inc. His thoughts on to growth and development of the nation.
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