Delhi is exploring cloud seeding as a potential solution to combat its severe air pollution crisis. The technique involves inducing rainfall to wash away pollutants, but its effectiveness and long-term impact are debated among scientists. While it may offer temporary relief, experts emphasize the need for sustainable solutions addressing the root causes of pollution.

SpaceX's latest Starship test flight saw a partial success as the Super Heavy booster missed its landing on the launch tower and splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico. However, the Starship upper stage successfully landed in the Indian Ocean.

Elon Musk and President-elect Donald Trump showcased their alliance during Trump's visit to SpaceX's facility. Despite a Starship rocket booster failing to return to the launchpad, the event underscored their deepening relationship. Musk's influence within Trump's circle is evident through his advisory roles and presence at key events. This alliance carries significant implications for American politics, governance, and space exploration.

SpaceX achieved a global milestone by launching three Falcon 9 rockets in 20 hours, including one carrying India's advanced communication satellite, GSAT-20. This marked SpaceX's 112th, 113th, and 114th launches of the year. The GSAT-20, weighing 4,700kg, was launched from Cape Canaveral and will significantly enhance India's broadband connectivity.

The 60-day state of national emergency comes as the country has struggled to take control over a series of wildfires taking place in several provinces. The Ecuadorian energy crisis has exacerbated the situation.

India turned to SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket to launch its GSAT-N2 communication satellite due to the heavier payload exceeding the capabilities of ISRO's current launch vehicles, said ex-Isro chiefs. While Isro is working on enhancing its launch capacity, the 4,700 kg satellite required a more powerful rocket, highlighting the need for increased capabilities to handle future heavy payloads.

Parts of the Great Barrer Reef have suffered the highest coral mortality on record, Australian research showed Tuesday, with scientists fearing the rest of it has suffered a similar fate. Leck added the area surveyed was elatively small and feared that when the full report was released next year similar levels of mortality would be observed.

Scientists aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Healy have discovered a large underwater volcano approximately 1,600 meters beneath the surface off the coast of Alaska. The team, including experts from NOAA, detected a potential gas plume rising from the volcanic formation. While the discovery is significant, experts believe the volcano poses no immediate threat to nearby ecosystems or human activities due to its considerable depth.

Scientists have discovered a new species of penguin from fossils found in New Zealand. The penguin, named Pakudyptes hakataramea, lived around 24 million years ago. This small penguin, only about a foot tall, had a unique blend of ancient and modern features. Researchers believe that studying its fossils will help us understand how penguins evolved their distinctive wings for swimming.

NASA is developing the Lunar South Pole Oxygen Pipeline (L-SPoP) to revolutionize lunar exploration. This innovative pipeline will transport oxygen extracted from lunar resources to support human missions under the Artemis program. By utilizing in-situ materials and robotic construction, L-SPoP aims to reduce costs, risks, and reliance on Earth-based supplies, paving the way for a sustainable lunar presence.

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has discovered three massive galaxies, dubbed ed monsters, that challenge current theories of galaxy formation. These galaxies, formed just one billion years after the Big Bang, are far larger and more evolved than expected, suggesting that galaxies may have formed much faster in the early universe than previously thought.

During a historic visit to the Amazon rainforest, President Biden announced a $50 million pledge to Brazil's Amazon Fund, emphasizing the fight against climate change as a cornerstone of his presidency. Biden's visit included meetings with Brazilian President Lula and Indigenous leaders, focusing on collaborative efforts to combat deforestation and promote sustainable development.

Humanity's exploration of outer space continues to unveil astonishing discoveries that challenge our understanding of the cosmos. From the immense size of the universe, with more stars than grains of sand on Earth, to the bizarre phenomena like cold welding and the existence of a gigantic reservoir of water vapor, space remains a realm of endless wonder and mystery.

Ahead of the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, UN climate chief Simon Stiell urged world leaders to prioritize climate action and increase financial support for developing countries. Stiell emphasized the urgency of the situation as negotiators in Baku work towards finalizing post-2025 climate finance goals.

The UN's climate chief urged G20 leaders to bolster global climate finance efforts as negotiations at COP29 in Baku faced challenges. Developing nations are seeking substantial financial aid to combat climate change impacts, but disagreements persist over funding levels and contributors. A key sticking point is the establishment of a new finance target for wealthier nations and the private sector.

Delhi Airport is operating normally despite low visibility due to high air pollution. The Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 428, categorized as severe. However, stronger winds are expected to improve air quality to the very poor range.

Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh's interim leader, has strongly criticized the upcoming UN climate talks, arguing that negotiations are pointless and wealthy nations should simply provide funds to address the climate crisis they created. He compared the talks to a fish market and highlighted the vulnerability of Bangladesh to climate change impacts like rising sea levels and cyclones.

World leaders gathered at the COP29 climate summit in Baku, with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer taking center stage. Starmer announced ambitious new climate goals for the UK, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 81% by 2035.

A record-breaking drought in the Amazon is threatening the sustainable pirarucu fishery, impacting the livelihoods of thousands of riverine dwellers. Low water levels are hindering transportation of the massive fish, causing delays and rising costs.

Smog has choked Pakistan's Punjab province, pushing air pollution to hazardous levels. Lahore's Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 760, while Multan hit a shocking 1,914, prompting emergency measures. The smog has caused accidents due to low visibility and forced closures of businesses and public spaces. Authorities blame cross-border pollution from India for exacerbating the crisis.