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In its report, the CEC observes that while sand and gravel are crucial ingredients for infrastructure and construction, their unscientific or excessive extraction from active channels and floodplains disrupts the delicate dynamic balance of river systems

The contribution of firecrackers to the city's pollution levels was significantly higher on November 9, a day after Deepavali, before declining on November 11, the IITM models showed

The best interventions must address air pollution while supporting development priorities. Cleaner industrial processes may reduce emissions while improving efficiency. Clean cooking can reduce household smoke while improving convenience and health. Better waste management can reduce open burning while improving urban services

Nepal's Minister of Foreign Affairs, said that the three countries would continue to face challenges in getting the issue formally recognised without the support of major countries

COP31 host Turkiye is championing a voluntary initiative to accelerate the electrification of transport, buildings and industry, with a target of raising electricitys share of global energy consumption to 35% by 2035

The teams competing in the championship have been informed of the decision, with Formula One saying all 11 were supportive

India will begin their campaign against Malaysia on the opening day of the competition

The announcement followed the 23rd meeting of the GCCs Joint Defence Council, attended by Defence Ministers from the blocs member states, in Bahrain

The full tour is due to begin in 2027, with the top four in the standings qualifying for the Grand Final to play for the FIDE World Combined Championship

As part of the preliminary investigation, the Vigilance team has collected documents from KIIFB relating to fund allocation and land acquisition

The court says Delhi and the NCR bear the cumulative burden of vehicular traffic and seeks to know what has been done to regulate in the capital the entry and plying of vehicles from neighbouring States

From catastrophic floods in Nepal to record-breaking heat, droughts and wildfires, the climate crisis is no longer a future threat. It is happening now. As world leaders gather in Antalya for COP31, the focus has shifted from promises to implementation. Countries are under pressure to cut emissions, fund adaptation efforts and help vulnerable nations cope with rising climate impacts.

Conventional curricula still present the environment as an abstraction photosynthesis and the water cycle rarely the leopard that actually shares the district

A childs thwarted suicide attempt in the U.S. has put the spotlight on the risks of Googles Gemini AI and the companys controversial decision to package Search and AI features together for students

The sudden emergence of Nvidia CEO Huang's infidelity has created concerns about whether China has been able to access the cutting-edge chips designed by Nvidia that are powering the development of artificial intelligence

While climate wrongs harm society, they do not harm individuals in a sufficiently direct and proximate way

Any regulation of crackers needs strict enforcement at all levels

India has installed about 308 GW of non-fossil capacity. Crossing 500 GW will be a milestone for India, not the finish line

Says FRA protects forest-dwelling communities dependent on forests for generations, not commercial cultivators and plantation owners

The UN chief statement came as the UNs World Meteorological Organization released a report indicating that 2026 has continued a streak of exceptional global temperatures, melting ice and rising sea levels

The latest figures indicate a significant rise in crop residue burning despite government advisories, enforcement measures and monetary penalties aimed at discouraging the practice

Extending his Deepavali greetings over the weekend, Mr. Kharge told reporters that Deepavali is a major festival celebrated by everyone in India and described it as 'khushiyon ka Eid'

Lewis Hamilton became the second F1 driver with 400 starts after Fernando Alonso; Brazils home drivers have a disappointing race

The deceased have not yet been identified, and efforts are underway to establish their identities and inform their families

Last week, the AAP had accused the BJP government of manipulating AQI data by spraying water on monitoring stations, and alleged that fudging AQI data was not just corruption but life-threatening

More than 100,000 people are expected to attend COP31 in a sprawling expo centre in the Mediterranean seaside city of Antalya over the next two weeks

The once-dominant ANC the party of Nelson Mandela had received around 30% of the vote in Wednesday's (November 4, 2026) local government elections with 99% of ballots counted

Gadi Eisenkot has six weeks to form a government

On November 8, 2018, one of the earliest wheelchairs used by Stephen Hawking fetched a whopping sum of nearly 300,000, while a copy of his doctoral thesis fetched almost 585,000. How did a theoretical physicist turn into one of the most celebrated scientists of recent times? A.S.Ganesh gives you the answer with a brief look at his life and work

The Adi community has been protesting against the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project in Arunachal Pradesh, saying it threatens their land, livelihoods, and civilisation. The agitation has turned violent in response to increasing use of force by the State authorities. The community alleges that the State government has used deceit, force, and threats to get consent for the feasibility study. Abhinay Lakshman reports on the resistance

The order follows reports of content creators and visitors flying drones close to congregations of the migratory raptors, apparently to capture photographs and videos for social media

No COP decision has referred to the quantitative value of the total or remaining carbon budget nor has discussed which countries have spent it the most. If COP31 is to deliver real impetus to climate action, its decisions must revert to the basics

Bombay HC bench said that an industrialist or any other citizen should not face even a remote threat of terror, and that bail for Sachin Waze would go against public interest

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde visited Mr. Pawar in the hospital

Dr. Shetty was recognised for extending vaccination and logistical support to the French Consulate and the wider French community during the pandemic

The police say the accused was in a relationship with another woman, which had reportedly led to frequent quarrels between the couple

A 1983 batch IAS officer of the Telangana cadre, Binoy Kumar will hold office for five years

A post-mortem examination finds that the deceased elephant was carrying a fully grown foetus, nearing delivery stage; veterinarian opines that the elephant could have died at least two days before staff spotted the carcass

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The Dearness Allowance (DA)for the State government employees would now be increased from the present 15.75% to 18% of their basic pay.

Climate change increased Cyclone Arnabs maximum wind speed by approximately 5%, and intensified its eyewall rainfall rate by 11% at landfall, according to the study