Swollen Narmada displaces thousands in Gujarat — was this an “avoidable” disaster?

Some experts and political parties attributed the situation to the lethargic and unaccountable actions of Sardar Sarovar Project (SSP) Dam operators

This study looked at how rivers throughout the world are faring — and the findings are disturbing

Within the next 70 years, certain species of fish could die out completely due to longer periods of low oxygen levels

Climate crisis to rob $65 bn from South and Southeast Asia’s apparel exporting nations

Bangladesh, Cambodia, Pakistan and Vietnam would witness their export gains slipping by 22% by 2030

Light pollution disrupts marine organisms’ hormonal cycles, reproduction: Study

Artificial light can easily wash out the glow of moonlight and starlight, which are important cues for marine organisms

Wildfires wreak havoc in Canada’s Northwest territories, Spain’s Tenerife

While Spanish authorities evacuated over 3,000 people since August 16, 2023, residents of Yellowknife hurried to hit an evacuation deadline

Rising tomato prices made ‘thali’ dearer in July; cost of platter surged by 34%

Prices of tomatoes rose by 233 per cent — to Rs 110 per kg in July from Rs 33 per kg in June

Droughts in Western US fuel emissions, here’s how

Between 2012 and 2016, a drought-induced spike in fossil fuel generation cost California more than $5 billion in damages

Do honeybees tightly regulate their diet? Researchers trying to find out

Research findings might equip beekeepers with valuable insights, enabling them to provide essential dietary supplements 

Fruit flies develop specific defences against common bacteria; may explain human susceptibility to infections

Bacteria in their food and environment mould the immune systems of fruit flies, notes study

Life beyond Earth? NASA’s Perseverance rover finds diverse organic matter on Mars

A high possibility for past habitability exists at the rover’s landing site in Jezero Crater

World just had the hottest week; shattered records hint we are in uncharted territory: WMO

We can expect more records to fall as El Nino develops further and these impacts will extend into 2024, says WMO

Understanding solar flares: How explosions on Sun’s surface can lead to radio blackouts

An X-class solar flare on July 2, 2023 led to radio blackout on parts of the US, Pacific Ocean

Groundwater extraction has tilted Earth’s spin; how likely is it to fuel climate change?

Attempts to slow groundwater depletion rates in sensitive regions could alter the change in drift

Wildfires: New York City’s orange skies raise environmental questions

The dystopian orange skies are due to the flames that have been raging north of the US-Canada border

Carbon dioxide levels breach another record: NOAA

CO2 levels now spiked more than 50% than at the commencement of the industrial age

Ecopoetry is artistic resistance, says K Satchidanandan

In a conversation with Down To Earth, the bilingual poet speaks profoundly on the capitalist idea of development and consumerist madness …

Global warming pushes marine fish to polar waters: Study

It remains to be seen how foodwebs and ecosystems will be affected by fish migration

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There’s no evidence indicating dominant link between warmer climates and COVID-19 spread: WMO

However, even secondary factors like weather and air quality can significantly impact the number of infections and deaths from the COVID-19 pandemic

Satellite data signals early hints of a looming El Nino

During El Nino years, the Indian monsoon appears to be weaker and less consistent

Europe beats Russian winter; EU upgrades continent’s growth outlook despite energy crisis

The upward revision is despite an anticipated winter slump amid Russia’s war on Ukraine coupled with a looming energy crisis

Thirsty AIs: ChatGPT ‘drinks’ half a litre of fresh water to answer 20-50 questions, says study

Massive amounts of water go into maintaining the data centres of such AI tools

WHO: Global health systems have started showing signs of post-pandemic recovery

Most countries have made strides in incorporating COVID-19 services into routine health service delivery

Indoor air pollution can slow down brain development in infants: Study

Very small particulate matter can move from respiratory tract to brain

Food race: These space seeds can help grow climate-resilient crops

This is the first feasibility study by global agencies to determine the effect of cosmic radiation, microgravity and extreme