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More immediate climate mitigationAs India grapples with an unusually dry June, the looming threat of a subpar monsoon casts a shadow over the agricultural landscape. With m...
Antarctica is in the middle of winter right now. Scientists are worried about a France-sized stretch of ocean where ice is failing to formWinter is the season when Antarctica's frozen edge usually expands. This year, one part of the continent is doing the opposite. Scientists ...
Are the world’s freshwater sources vanishing before our eyes? Satellite images reveal an appalling global water crisisAcross the globe, our precious rivers, lakes, and reservoirs are diminishing at an alarming rate. Cutting-edge satellite imagery underscore...
Spain wildfire disrupts Madrid-Barcelona rail service as heatwave loomsA wildfire near Spain's high-speed rail line in Catalonia disrupted services between Madrid and Barcelona. This incident precedes a predict...
Climate change, pollution push oceans to tipping point, UN report saysA new UN report reveals a "deepening crisis" in ocean health, driven by climate change, pollution, and overfishing. Rising sea levels, acid...
India monsoon starts almost 40% short as El Niño upends weatherIndia's monsoon has begun with a significant 40% deficit in rainfall, threatening crucial crops like rice and soybeans. The El Niño phenome...
Why a strong El Niño leaves tropical commodities acutely exposedForecasters anticipate a strong El Nino developing later this year, likely boosting global temperatures and disrupting rainfall patterns. T...
Global commodity prices likely to remain elevated amid easing West Asia tensions; India's WPI seen at 7-8% in FY27: ReportGlobal commodity prices will stay high in coming months. Geopolitical tensions in West Asia and bad weather affecting crops are the main re...
Australia declares El Nino set to be strongest in decadesAustralia's weather bureau has warned of an El Nino forming in the tropical Pacific. This weather pattern could become one of the strongest...
Durable US-Iran peace deal to provide predictable environment for trade: CRFA US-Iran peace deal promises greater regional stability. This will benefit Indian exporters with reduced costs for shipping, insurance, an...
US-Iran peace deal brings relief, but India turns to a risk at homeIndia just got a near-term macroeconomic breather from a US-Iran peace deal. However, early monsoon weakness and potential El Niño conditio...
Why India’s green transition must move beyond large-scale renewable projectsAs India pursues ambitious climate and renewable energy goals, decentralised clean energy solutions are emerging as a critical driver of ru...
Scientists found that ‘rivers in the sky’ are triggering ocean heatwaves in the North Pacific and North Atlantic, but their effect changes with the seasonsNew research reveals atmospheric rivers, powerful storms hitting the US West Coast, are a key factor in developing marine heatwaves. These ...
Melting icebergs are dropping rocks onto the Arctic seafloor, and those stones are turning into deep-sea homes for marine life as climate change quietly redraws where life can liveMelting icebergs in the Arctic are delivering rocks to the seafloor. These rocks are becoming new homes for corals and sponges. This discov...
Default clouds hover over microfinance as industry flags weak monsoonIn the evolving world of India's microfinance sector, fresh credit risks are emerging on the horizon. The dual challenges of an unsteady mo...
AI workloads push data centres to upgrade fire and cooling systemsData centres are significantly upgrading fire safety, cooling, and electrical systems following a recent Google Cloud incident. The surge i...
El Nino returns to Pacific, likely to intensify through monsoon season, says IMDEl Nino has returned to the tropical Pacific. The India Meteorological Department warns it may intensify during the southwest monsoon. The ...
Paris accord threshold could be breached in 4 years as warming accelerates: AnalysisEarth's climate is warming rapidly due to human actions. Global temperatures reached 1.37 degrees Celsius last year. Scientists warn the 1....
Majority of Indian firms face persistent external disruptions: ReportIndian businesses face talent challenges due to external disruptions. Climate shocks, infrastructure issues, and health outbreaks are affec...
Extreme heat dents productivity at India garment factories supplying global brandsIndia's garment factories face severe heat challenges. Productivity drops up to 10% affect global brands like Uniqlo and Marks & Spencer. H...