Tamil Nadu CM Vijay moves resolution in Assembly against Mekedatu dam; Congress, VCK extend supportThe Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly is set to pass a unanimous resolution today against the Karnataka government's proposal to construct a ...
19 Jun, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
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...
18 Jun, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
At Musk's Starbase, the rise of SpaceX brings fortunes and fracturesIn Texas, SpaceX's bustling Starbase is a double-edged sword, fueling economic growth while drawing thrill-seekers to the area. Unfortunate...
10 Jun, 2026, 04.34 PM IST
At Elon Musk's Starbase, the rise of SpaceX brings fortunes and fracturesSpaceX's rapid expansion in South Texas, centred around its Starbase facility, is bringing economic benefits and global attention. However,...
10 Jun, 2026, 03.58 PM IST
Officials plan to flush thousands of toilets to help refill a Utah lake and generate powerWater managers are releasing massive amounts of water from Flaming Gorge Reservoir to safeguard hydropower production at Lake Powell, which...
08 May, 2026, 04.29 PM IST
Rare earth mining is poisoning Mekong River tributaries, threatening 'the world's kitchen'Toxic runoff from unregulated rare earth mines in Myanmar and Laos is contaminating the Mekong River and its tributaries, threatening the l...
29 Apr, 2026, 09.58 AM IST
One of India’s largest hydropower projects in China border region gets key nodThe Oju hydroelectric project in Arunachal Pradesh, a 2,220 MW venture, has received environmental clearance despite concerns. The project,...
23 Sep, 2025, 04.20 PM IST
Mount Polley mine faces legal hurdle as First Nation fights to prevent another environmental crisisThe British Columbia Supreme Court has postponed the Mount Polley Mining Corporation's dam expansion case. The hearing will resume on June ...
13 May, 2025, 08.21 PM IST
Arunachal Pradesh Deputy CM voices concern over China’s $137 billion Hydroelectric projectArunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister, Chowna Mein, raised concerns about China’s $137 billion hydroelectric dam project. He emphasized t...
20 Mar, 2025, 07.25 PM IST
Earthquakes in Tibet highlight vulnerability of area of proposed Chinese mega damA series of earthquakes in Tibet resulted in at least 95 fatalities and widespread devastation, affecting Nepal, India, Bhutan, and parts o...
09 Jan, 2025, 05.59 PM IST
What is the Chinese dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River that has made Joe Biden's top aide Jake Sullivan rush to India?This visit reflects the strategic partnership between the US and India in countering China's influence in the region.
04 Jan, 2025, 07.22 PM IST
China okays mega dam in Tibet's high seismic zoneChina has approved building a mega dam in Tibet on the Yarlung Tsangpo river, which becomes the Brahmaputra in India. The project might red...
27 Dec, 2024, 12.33 AM IST
Myanmar probes controversial China-backed damThe fate of the $3.6 billion Myitsone dam in northern Kachin state has hung in the balance since it was abruptly halted by Myanmar in 2011 ...
12 Nov, 2016, 04.17 PM IST
- SC prohibits new hydroelectric power project in Uttarakhand
Expressing concern over the recent tragedy in Uttarakhand, the Supreme Court today prohibited setting up of any new hydroelectric power pro...
13 Aug, 2013, 10.56 PM IST
- Arunachal Pradesh to go ahead with building dams: Nabam Tuki
Brushing aside concerns raised by the neighbouring Assam, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Nabam Tuki today said his state would go ahead w...
02 Aug, 2013, 05.30 PM IST
Hydelgate: Dam frenzy fails to notice environmental concernsThis will change once the dam comes up. For up to 20 hours a day, says the report, the dam will trap the river, releasing just 35 cumecs of...
06 May, 2013, 02.35 PM IST
- Beijing opens the sluice gates
China may have quietly opened the floodgates to build new massive hydropower projects after a near halt due to environmental, immigration a...
19 Nov, 2010, 04.30 AM IST