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CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday asked the forest department to use AI and satellite imagery to stop land encroachment early. He said, "timely intervention could help avoid large-scale eviction drives." The CM also launched an online portal for employee transfers and urged officials to boost stagnant revenue collection efforts.
Crystal Fritz and James Reed McGuire replaced their Highland Park lawn with a native garden in late 2020. Over five years, they added more than 130 native plant species to their property. This transformation now attracts many animals like foxes and birds, while also encouraging neighbors to rethink their own yards.
Storm Austen cut power to nearly 300,000 French homes and 12,000 British homes on Friday. Heavy winds and rain caused major traffic issues, airport delays, and train suspensions across the region. French transport minister Philippe Tabarot said, "All rail traffic was suspended in Normandy." More storms are expected this weekend.
Environment activists raised concerns over tree felling at Noida’s Biodiversity Park for a proposed deer park. Officials said they ordered an investigation into the complaint. "If any violation is found, action will be taken as per the rules," said Rajni Kant. Many trees got cut, sparking worries about local pollution.
A new study of weather records from 1951 to 2020 shows India’s climate zones are shifting. Marathwada turned hotter, moving into a semi-arid zone, while the Konkan coast got wetter. Researchers said these shifts need close monitoring and to be built into long-term agricultural planning as drought hits many state talukas.
An IMD study shows Marathwada and west Vidarbha shifted into a hotter, drier climate zone over 70 years. While Konkan’s wet zone expanded, interior Maharashtra faces rising temperatures. Experts said, “Marathwada and west Vidarbha now lie in a hotter, drier climate zone than they did in the 1960s.” This impacts farming.
InDrive organised a food donation camp in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on October 23 to support flood-affected drivers and families. The team distributed essential dry rations to help households facing displacement. Avik Karmakar said, “Fairness is at the heart of inDrive, and that commitment extends to supporting our communities during difficult times.”
A low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal will likely become a cyclonic storm by October 26, the Regional Meteorological Centre said on Friday. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu braces for four days of heavy rain. The state expects widespread showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds as the northeast monsoon remains active.
Wildfires in Indonesia are endangering ancient rock art over 67,000 years old. In early October, fires burned 270 hectares near the Maros-Pangkep UNESCO Global Geopark. Intense heat and smoke now threaten these prehistoric paintings. Experts said, "Thermal stress from intense heat can cause limestone surfaces to expand rapidly, leading to cracks."
This summer saw over 50,000 heat-related deaths in Europe, marking a record high. Research published in Nature Health showed that climate change caused two-thirds of these fatalities. Clair Barnes said, "These numbers are a stark reminder that our hotter, more extreme summers are having an increasingly severe impact on public health."
Ladakh's snow leopard safari ranked fourth on the Wildlife Experience Index with 85.5 points. This rare encounter is now gaining global fame for its exclusivity. The government also started India’s first High-Altitude Wildlife Safari in Ladakh to help local communities and protect animals while visitors explore routes in open-back vehicles.
Bulgaria doubled its battery capacity to 6 gigawatts this year, earning the nickname "Battery of the Balkans." Supported by €700 million in EU grants, the country increased power exports by 62%. Nikola Gazdov said, "Battery storage is critical now. It's not a nice to have, it's a must have."