Indigenous Peoples are key in the fight against climate change. But our voices need to be heard

Indigenous peoples are key in the fight against climate change, but their voices need to be heard. Waorani leader Nemonte Nenquimo said, "Indigenous communities are among the most exposed to climate change." These groups protect 80% of global biodiversity, yet they still get less than 1% of international climate funding.

Balance development, environment conservation for sustainable future: CM

Chief Minister Hemant Soren said balancing development with environmental conservation is the only path to a sustainable future on Friday. Speaking at the 77th state-level Van Mahotsav, he urged people to plant trees and protect them. He also felicitated 20 Van Mitras for their outstanding work in forest conservation efforts.

MP calls for urgent pollution control measures in Vizag

Visakhapatnam MP M. Sribharat met Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal in New Delhi to seek urgent measures against port pollution. He highlighted that the city’s unique geography traps dust from cargo operations. The MP urged the government to implement green guidelines and ensure better dust control to protect public health and safety.

NGT orders enforcing biomedical waste burial norms after violations in 17 states, UTs

The National Green Tribunal ordered the Central Pollution Control Board to enforce biomedical waste burial rules after finding violations in 17 states and UTs. The tribunal noted that many healthcare facilities failed to follow safety norms. Authorities must fix these issues within eight weeks or face action before the October hearing.

Europe's rivers are drying up. Can they be saved?

The Rhine, Danube, and Po rivers reached historic lows, threatening shipping and agriculture across Europe. Scientist Jeanette Völker said, "Mussels cannot move away quickly enough and die off." Global warming caused this crisis, leaving riverbeds exposed. These low levels now hurt ecosystems and could soon raise the cost of water.

Seen from space, Europe’s Lake Constance is shrinking so dramatically that its vanishing shoreline

Satellite imagery shows Lake Constance is shrinking as water levels fall to historic lows. Rising temperatures and reduced winter snowpack in the Alps caused this change. The lake supplies water to four million people, but drought and evaporation now expose mudflats, creating serious pressure on this essential freshwater reservoir.

Butterflies are changing where they live across the planet, with climate and extreme weather driving most documented shifts

Butterflies are moving across the world as climate change alters their habitats. A study of 1,758 species showed many are shifting ranges or elevations. Dr. Shawan Chowdhury said, "Butterflies are early-warning indicators and are signalling a warning across the entire planet." These shifts show how ecosystems are changing today.

Apple prices set to stay high until September as Himachal yield drops 30%

Apple prices will stay high until September as Himachal Pradesh expects a 30% drop in yield. Scientists said climate change and poor weather hurt orchards this season. Harish Chauhan noted, "A projected 30% drop in production, as estimated by the horticulture department, is expected to keep apple prices firm this year."

Airlifting rhinos 'upside down' saved the species—now this bold rescue mission is creating 17 new homes.

In 2012, South Africa started airlifting black rhinos upside down from remote terrain to expand their range. This unusual method helped the conservation program establish 17 new populations. Veterinarian Robin Radcliffe said, "suspending a sedated black rhinoceros upside down had little effect on breathing and may even have helped slightly."

Historic WWII Ships Resurface as Danube River Water Levels Plummet

Dozens of WWII German warships emerged in the Danube River near Prahovo, Serbia, as drought caused water levels to drop. These ships were scuttled in September 1944. Resident Krsta Brandic said, "As you can see, the (big) ships can't pass anymore." The low water now threatens power plants and navigation.

Napoleon III turned a 'dying' swamp into a massive forest: A powerful reminder of how we can shape our future.

In 1857, Napoleon III ordered French towns to drain a swamp and plant pine trees. This project transformed marshy land into the 10,000-square-kilometre Forest of Landes. While it helped local industries grow for many years, the forest now faces new threats from climate change and wildfires, which recently damaged the area.

Why Britain is breathing the world's wildfire smoke

Scientists found that global wildfires account for 10% of the UK’s particle pollution. Researchers tracked smoke from fires thousands of miles away, noting that the climate crisis could make this problem worse. Damaris Tan said, "Wildfires globally add to the UK population's long-term health burden." Future air quality remains concerning.