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Nagapattinam farmers said the TVK government’s maiden agriculture budget failed to address their pressing issues. Farmers pointed to the absence of drought relief and support for the samba season. A farmer said, “All the crops I sowed have withered under the impact of intense heat, scanty rainfall and depleting watertable.”
The Delhi Jal Board started trial runs for new units at the Chandrawal water plant. A senior official said, “We have started testing various components of the plant to identify and rectify any teething issues.” This facility will replace old units and help handle ammonia pollution in the Yamuna.
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee report dated August 4 showed Yamuna pollution markers remain high despite monsoon flow. Faecal coliform levels at Asgarpur reached 320,000 MPN, far above the safe limit. While Palla showed better results, dissolved oxygen levels fell across the city, as sewage continues to enter the river stream.
Researchers tested road dust in seven eastern US cities during August 2025. They found toxic metals from old factories and pesticides still sitting near parks and schools. While modern traffic caused some pollution, the study showed that many hazardous metals remained from past industrial activities that happened decades ago.
The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife deferred a proposal by the Madhya Pradesh government to de-notify the 478 sq km Bagdara Wildlife Sanctuary. The committee asked the state to identify a compensatory protected area first, ensuring that wildlife conservation does not suffer due to local developmental activities.
The Forest Department brought 10 additional animals to Kurumbapatti Zoological Park in Salem. These include black bucks, Nilgai, and golden jackals from Bengaluru. Officials said, "The golden jackal requires one month of quarantine, and in September they will be displayed for public view." Visitors can see the others from August 15.
UK marine authorities issued a legal warning after protected seahorses were disturbed. Divers should observe for under five minutes and never touch or pursue them. Jess Churchill-Bissett said, "They are incredibly vulnerable and fragile marine animals that are easily disturbed by human activities." Officials now require licences for filming these creatures.
H5 bird flu was detected on South Australia's Limestone Coast three weeks ago, causing distress among residents. Maureen Christie said, "We expected it, but now it's here, it's just traumatic." Locals now see many sick birds daily. Authorities are working to report cases as the virus spreads among local species.
A large study linked Delhi’s fine particulate air pollution to higher death risks for tuberculosis patients. Researchers analysed 61,925 adults who started treatment between September 2022 and August 2023. Findings showed that as pollution levels rose, the odds of dying increased. Pranay Sinha said, “TB deaths tend to come early.”
After 30 years, a Dutch river floodplain has become more than 5,500 hectares of new nature. The Gelderse Poort project turned former farm land into wetlands and forests. Scientists said the area shows how flood safety can support biodiversity recovery. This approach gives the river more room to behave naturally.
Italy placed all major cities on the highest health alert on Thursday as a heatwave gripped Europe. Hungary turned off lights at state buildings to save energy. Record temperatures hit Austria, while drought forced Piedmont to declare a state of emergency. Many people now face serious health risks from heat.
Climate finance is the next chapter in the UK-India economic partnership. India’s renewable energy capacity now exceeds 220 GW, and the country became the world’s third-largest generator of wind and solar power in 2024. Now, India needs global private capital to support its energy transition and long-term economic growth.