In 1987, the world swapped ozone-destroying CFCs for safer refrigerants; nearly 40 years later, scientists found the switch had been quietly raining a forever chemical across the planetChemicals meant to protect the planet are now causing a new issue. Replacements for ozone-damaging CFCs are forming a stubborn chemical, TF...
11 Jun, 2026, 07.03 PM IST
Why the 2026 World Cup could be football's biggest climate polluter yet, according to new researchThe upcoming FIFA Men's World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico faces criticism for its environmental impact. Researchers warn it could be ...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
Fueling Demand: Inside India’s ethanol mobility revolution in reverseIndia is launching an ambitious green mobility initiative. The country is establishing E100 fuel stations nationwide before flex-fuel vehic...
11 Jun, 2026, 02.05 PM IST
Electric two-wheelers, private EV cars record highest registrations since 2019 in DelhiDelhi's electric vehicle market is booming. Electric two-wheelers and private electric cars have seen their highest registrations since 201...
11 Jun, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
Carbon monoxide levels register gradual rise in Delhi in first five months this year: DataDelhi's carbon monoxide levels have shown a steady rise this year, with monthly averages reaching their highest in years until May. This tr...
10 Jun, 2026, 09.05 PM IST
China’s EV boom is cleaning the air, and may have prevented 262,000 deathsElectric vehicles are proving to be life savers. Studies show China's shift to electric cars has prevented thousands of premature deaths. A...
10 Jun, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
Cheap 'RO' with no electricity: How twin sisters created Rs 100 water filter using bhindi, methi & chawal to remove 'forever chemicals' and microplasticsTwin sisters Naina and Nayantara Singh have developed Aqua Sattva, an award-winning, low-cost, plant-based water filtration system. This in...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
India's climate-tech funding reaches $12.8 billion across 1,583 startups & 17 yearsIndia's climate-tech sector has attracted significant investment, with startups raising $12.8 billion by June 2026. Driven by decarbonisati...
08 Jun, 2026, 09.14 PM IST
Cockroach Janta Party appoints journalist, filmmaker, ex-McKinsey consultant as spokespersonsThe Cockroach Janta Party has appointed Saurav Das, Vijeta Dahiya, and Ashutosh Ranka as spokespersons. This move aims to expand the party'...
08 Jun, 2026, 07.47 PM IST
AIIMS study shows how air pollution can damage placenta, restrict fetal growth and change babies before they are bornA new study reveals that air pollution significantly damages the placenta, restricting fetal growth and increasing pregnancy complications ...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
World Environment Day 2026 theme, logo, significance, quotes, slogans and activities you can plan on June 5World Environment Day 2026 theme and logo: World Environment Day is observed globally on June 5. This United Nations campaign unites nation...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.33 AM IST
Famous alphonso mango is facing existential crisis this yearRatnagiri's Alphonso mango growers are facing a challenging season due to weather disruptions that significantly reduced production. This h...
01 Jun, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
Hottest in two years, cleanest air in five: Delhi's May of extremesDelhi witnessed extreme weather this May, recording its hottest month in two years while simultaneously enjoying its cleanest air in five y...
31 May, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
Time to think of the repair cycle? 8 engineering stocks from India’s capital goods ecosystem with upside potential of up to 26%At a time when the markets are focused on war, crude oil, inflation, and supply disruption, it is easy to miss a quieter shift. India’s eng...
27 May, 2026, 02.04 PM IST
India's rising heatwave triggers surge in eye problems; ophthalmologists urge preventative careIndia's extreme heatwaves are causing a surge in severe eye conditions, including dryness, redness, and allergies, as intense UV radiation ...
26 May, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
Signature Global aims to almost double revenue in FY27 to Rs 5,000 cr: ChairmanAggarwal said the ban on construction activities delayed the completion of some of its projects, and hence, the revenue recognition also go...
24 May, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
NGT seeks CPCB report on whether pouring milk into rivers during rituals causes pollutionThe National Green Tribunal is investigating if pouring milk into rivers constitutes water pollution. A petition highlighted a religious ev...
20 May, 2026, 04.46 PM IST