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November 19, 2024 11:19 AM

No respite for Delhi residents as toxic air quality persists in ‘severe plus’ category

Delhi’s air quality remained in the 'severe plus' category for the second consecutive day on Tuesday, with a thick layer of smog enveloping the city and reducing visibility significantly. At 8 a.m., the national capital recorded an average Air Qua...

November 19, 2024 9:19 AM

‘Bomb Cyclone’ set to slam US West Coast

A powerful 'bomb cyclone' fueled by a Category 5 atmospheric river, is forecast to strike the West Coast of the US this week. The storm threatens to bring hurricane-force winds, catastrophic flooding, and massive snowfall in the mountains, Weather Na...

November 18, 2024 11:27 PM

COP29: CDRI announces $8 million funding for 12 projects to address climate crisis

The Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) on Monday announced $8 million of funding for 12 projects across 17 Small Island Developing States (SIDS) under its Infrastructure for Resilient Island States initiative. Amit Prothi, CDRI D...

November 18, 2024 4:19 PM

At least eight killed as super typhoon struck Philippines

At least eight people were killed as super typhoon Man-Yi hit the Philippine archipelago over the weekend, unleashing fierce winds and strong rains that triggered landslides and storm surges, authorities said. Man-Yi, the sixth storm to hit the coun...

November 18, 2024 11:57 AM

Delhi air pollution remains at ‘severe plus’ level, intensifying health concerns

Delhi's air quality continued to deteriorate on Monday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) soaring to a hazardous 483, classified as 'severe plus.' The alarming rise in pollution prompted authorities to impose strict measures, including a ban on con...

November 18, 2024 6:42 PM

Carbon Capture Technologies in West asia

As COP29 unfolds in Baku, Azerbaijan, the global spotlight is firmly on nations’ efforts to tackle the escalating climate crisis. Following the successful COP28 summit in Dubai, West Asia has emerged as an unlikely leader in carbon capture technolo...

November 17, 2024 1:55 PM

Climate change responsible for 19% of rising dengue cases: Study

Amid a record year for dengue infections globally, a new study has found that climate change is responsible for 19% of the rising dengue burden. Climate change has the potential to trigger an additional 40-60% increase by 2050 — and up to 150-200%...

November 17, 2024 1:41 PM

Australia, Japan, US reaffirm commitment to support India’s maritime surveillance in Indo-Pacific

Australia, Japan, and the United States on Sunday reaffirmed their commitment to support India’s maritime surveillance efforts in the Indo-Pacific region while recognising the importance of closer collaboration in the field. Australian Deputy Prim...

November 17, 2024 9:11 AM

UAE Launches Global Energy Efficiency Alliance at COP29

The UAE has unveiled an ambitious initiative to establish the “Global Energy Efficiency Alliance” during COP29, hosted in Azerbaijan. This move aims to double global energy efficiency rates by 2030 and contribute to significant emission reduction...

November 16, 2024 11:51 AM

Philippines evacuates tens of thousands as super typhoon Man-Yi nears

The Philippines evacuated tens of thousands of people from their homes and cancelled dozens of flights on Saturday, as a super typhoon threatened to unleash heavy rains and powerful winds that could trigger floods and storm surges. Packing winds of ...

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