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In the 1980s, Niger regrew 200 million trees across five million hectares without planting them: farmers revived the "underground forest" beneath their fieldsNigerien farmers successfully regrew millions of trees by protecting existing underground root systems. This farmer-managed natural regener...25 Jul, 2026, 06.06 PM IST- In 1935, the United States began planting 220 million trees from Texas to Canada to stop the Dust Bowl, creating 18,600 miles of living windbreaks by 1942Giant dust storms ravaged the American Great Plains during the 1930s. President Franklin D. Roosevelt initiated a massive tree planting pro...25 Jul, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
- CM Shivakumar reviews drought preparedness in central Karnataka, assures water availabilityKarnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar reviewed the drought situation in Chitradurga. The state government shifted its development review ...25 Jul, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
- El Niño worsens plight of Asia’s rice belt after war price shockLower harvests risk driving up global food prices and inflation. This situation threatens food security for millions across developing Asia.25 Jul, 2026, 11.34 AM IST
- 2026 Super El Nino forecast: Is a powerful climate event expected? Here's what experts say2026 Super El Niño forecast: Scientists closely monitor the El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) for signs of a potential super El Niño. The...23 Jul, 2026, 10.25 PM IST
- PV Sindhu crashes out of China Open after three-game loss to Chen YufeiIndian shuttler P V Sindhu lost a tough three-game match to Chen Yufei. She let an early advantage slip away in the second round contest. T...23 Jul, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
- Conflicts and energy shocks threaten progress against global hunger, UN agency head warnsThe U.N. food security report, released Tuesday, found global hunger has eased modestly in recent years, but projected more than 500 millio...22 Jul, 2026, 11.13 AM IST
- How climate change is making wildfires more frequentClimate change and wildfires explained: Global temperatures are projected to remain at record highs, increasing extreme weather events. Ris...21 Jul, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
- 'Importance of finding...': Virat Kohli’s one piece of advice helped PV Sindhu end her longest title drought and win a BWF Super 750 title in Japan OpenPV Sindhu ended a two-year title drought by winning her maiden BWF Super 750 Japan Open title, defeating Akane Yamaguchi in the final. Afte...21 Jul, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
- Andhra implements Rs 20,884-cr irrigation works to strengthen Rayalaseema's water security: CMAndhra Pradesh is investing Rs 20,884 crore in irrigation projects across Rayalaseema. These initiatives aim to enhance water security and ...21 Jul, 2026, 01.12 PM IST
- Why are wildfires becoming more frequent across North America? Causes explainedNorth America wildfires explained: North America faces an intense fire season with millions of acres already burned. Climate change drives ...20 Jul, 2026, 04.37 PM IST
- Karnataka CM puts officials on drought alert, announces Rs 1 crore aid for each talukKarnataka officials are directed to work continuously for drought preparedness. Immediate funds are allocated for drinking water supply acr...19 Jul, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
- Karnataka CM asks officials to brace for drought, warns against negligence and fake claimsKarnataka's Chief Minister has directed officials to prepare for drought conditions. He stressed protecting farmers and ensuring drinking w...19 Jul, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
- Climate change could undermine progress in reducing waterborne diseases, study findsClimate change is altering conditions for waterborne disease spread globally. Extreme weather events threaten progress made in reducing the...17 Jul, 2026, 04.04 PM IST
- How India's longest underground water tunnel will take Narmada water to VindhyaMadhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will inspect India's longest underground water tunnel. Engineers achieved the final breakthrough ...17 Jul, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
- Greek islands battle drought as travellers arrive for peak tourist seasonSeven Greek islands declared drought emergencies this year amid climate change impacts. Astypalaia relies on bottled water as its sole rese...16 Jul, 2026, 02.03 PM IST
- CM Shivakumar urges PM Modi to send central team to assess drought in KarnatakaIn a letter to the PM, the CM highlighted that Karnataka's agriculture is heavily dependent on the southwest monsoon and warned of severe c...15 Jul, 2026, 07.26 AM IST
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