Environment

SCM, Smart Cities Mission has failed to deliver on its promises. A senior official tells The Probe that the project is "concluded" with no further funding from the government. However, hundreds of projects worth thousands of crores remain pending.

Paris Agreement: On his first day back as U.S. President, Donald Trump confirmed the nation's exit from this crucial climate treaty. Here's why that might not be so bad.

Global temperatures hit a record high in 2024, surpassing 1.5°C. This could lead to extreme weather events like floods, heatwaves, and droughts.

Tiger reserves in India face a large number of vacancies, forcing many casual workers and home guards into dangerous roles for meagre pay, often without adequate training.

Kanwar route project: Over 1 lakh trees are set to be felled for development, raising significant environmental concerns. Critics urge re-evaluation amid inadequate stakeholder consultation and the lack of transparency in the process.

Aditya Birla Group proposes a coal mining project in Madhya Pradesh's Singrauli district, sparking environmental concerns, including deforestation, displacement, and inadequate compensation for affected communities.

Climate action is crucial as climate change impacts become increasingly severe in India. The new government needs to engage in meaningful efforts that include the communities most affected by climate change.

Migrated due to climate change effects, Indians are very worried and want the government to do more, a new report by Yale Program on Climate Change Communication shows.

Wetlands in India are rapidly disappearing, posing a severe threat to biodiversity and urban ecosystems, necessitating immediate restoration and conservation efforts.

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