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December 24, 2024 3:08 PM

Japan aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions 60% by 2035 vs 2013 levels

Japan's environment and industry ministries on Tuesday finalised a plan to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 60% from 2013 levels by 2035, up from its 2030 goal of a 46% cut. The move follows the Biden administration's new U.S. target under the ...

December 17, 2024 9:41 PM

Vanuatu hit by magnitude 7.4 earthquake, at least six dead, says local media

An earthquake of magnitude 7.4 struck Vanuatu's capital Port Vila on Tuesday, killing at least six people and damaging two reservoirs and a hospital, according to local media and the United Nations. National broadcaster VBTC showed footage of vehicl...

December 16, 2024 9:13 PM

NDMC to install mist sprayers on electric poles to tackle air pollution

The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has announced plans to install mist sprayers on electric poles as part of efforts to address air pollution. This initiative is aligned with the Ease of Living mission, a program under the government’s urban de...

December 15, 2024 1:34 PM

Historic cyclone batters France’s Mayotte territory, devastation feared

A powerful cyclone slammed into Mayotte early on Saturday, raising concerns about the scale of devastation from the worst storm to hit the French overseas territory in almost a century, officials said. The storm damaged and destroyed government buil...

December 13, 2024 6:50 PM

Political clouds with India cleared for mutual benefit: Bangladesh Adviser Rizwana

Environment Adviser of Bangladesh Syeda Rizwana Hasan has highlighted the importance of clearing the political clouds that once overshadowed India-Bangladesh relations, emphasising the need for fostering a harmonious partnership between the two natio...

December 13, 2024 6:02 PM

Rich countries, island states lock horns on climate change at UN court

The World Court concludes hearings on Friday on countries' legal obligation to fight climate change and whether large states contributing most to greenhouse-gas emissions may be liable for damage caused to small island nations. The International Cou...

December 12, 2024 1:18 PM

Holiday declared for schools in Chennai, adjoining districts today due to heavy rains

The Tamil Nadu government declared a holiday for schools in Chennai and nearby districts on Thursday due to heavy rains that began on Wednesday night. District Collectors of Villupuram, Thanjavur, Mayiladuthurai, Ramanathapuram, Dindigul, Cuddalore,...

December 11, 2024 8:10 PM

COP16 in Riyadh: turning the tide on Desertification

As the 16th session of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (COP16) nears its conclusion in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the atmosphere is charged with urgency. Delegates are racing to finalize agreements that could redefine humanity's ap...

December 11, 2024 3:00 PM

More than 50% chance of La Nina in coming months, WMO says

There is more than a 50% chance of La Niña developing in the next three months, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said on Wednesday, but if it does it will be relatively weak and short-lived. The La Niña pattern involves the cooling ...

December 11, 2024 1:40 PM

Delhi feels the winter chill as temperature dips to 4.9 degrees Celsius

Delhi woke up to the coldest December morning of the season on Wednesday, with the minimum temperature dropping to 4.9 degree Celsius. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the minimum temperature was recorded 4.9 degree Celsius in...

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