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World Bank greenlights controversial Inga 3 dam in DRC amid warnings of human and ecological harm

New Delhi, June 4 -- The World Bank has approved $250 million in financing for the Inga 3 hydropower project in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), marking a dramatic re-entry into large-scale dam... Read More


How India moves: Behind Aizawl's silent streets lies hidden struggles of daily traffic jams

New Delhi, June 4 -- Mizoram's capital city, Aizawl, nestled amidst lush green hills, rarely makes national headlines. Yet, the city has become familiar to many across the country through social media... Read More


How India moves: Country's state of mobility enables private vehicle dependence. How to overcome it

New Delhi, June 4 -- By the time you are done reading this sentence, over 20 cars (and 70 two-wheelers) would have been registered in India. Together these 20 cars on an average will emit 3.15 kilogr... Read More


Experts raise alarm as Thailand's captive lion population triples in 6 years

New Delhi, June 4 -- Thailand has seen a staggering increase in the number of captive lions within its borders, with the population more than tripling from just over 130 in 2018 to more than 440 by 20... Read More


Biodiversity can't wait, nature-based solutions need political will now, study finds

New Delhi, June 4 -- As climate change gets worse and cities grow fast, we are losing more and more natural spaces. Birds, bees, butterflies, and plants are disappearing quietly but quickly. Cities th... Read More


War & warming: Emissions from conflict in Gaza already higher than what 36 countries & territories emit in a year

New Delhi, June 4 -- Israel's 15-month war on Gaza has caused unprecedented loss of lives and infrastructure, and has also led to massive greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from direct war activities. The... Read More


Exercise proves powerful in preventing colon cancer recurrence - new study

New Delhi, June 4 -- New evidence has linked physical activity with improved colon health, underscoring the vital role of exercise in cancer prevention and care. The landmark international trial - th... Read More


US clean energy sector hit by $14 billion in cancellations as Congress eyes tax hike

New Delhi, June 3 -- More than $14 billion in clean energy investments and over 10,000 new jobs were cancelled or delayed in the United States in the first five months of 2025, amid growing political ... Read More


COVID-19: Kerala keeps close watch, sets up specialised wards, ICUs as cases surge

New Delhi, June 3 -- Kerala is closely monitoring the escalating COVID-19 situation, as the state currently has highest active caseload amid the recent surge across India. Health authorities have ind... Read More


Northeast Deluge 2025: In Meghalaya, thousands affected in 86 villages; six deaths including one drowning at Umlew river reported

New Delhi, June 3 -- Heavy downpours on May 30 and May 31, 2025, have caused damages across Meghalaya. Eighty-six villages in 10 districts are affected so far, leaving six dead according to the Meghal... Read More