Could this be FIFA's most climate-damaging World Cup ever? New report says yes
Jul 19, 2026, at 10:39 pm
As the football world gears up for the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup final between Argentina and Spain on Sunday night, a new report has warned that the tournament is on track to become the most climate-damaging World Cup in its 95-year history.
11 dead, several missing as flash floods and landslides ravage Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch, Rajouri
Jul 19, 2026, at 02:30 pm
At least 11 people were killed and several others went missing after torrential rain triggered flash floods and landslides in the border districts of Poonch and Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, prompting a large-scale rescue operation.
7.4-magnitude earthquake jolts southern Mexico, tsunami warning issued
Jul 17, 2026, at 10:14 pm
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of Mexico on Friday, prompting a tsunami warning and sending tremors across parts of Guatemala and El Salvador.
Europe's killer heatwave claims nearly 10,000 lives, UN sounds global alarm
Jul 17, 2026, at 10:40 am
The United Nations has said preliminary data from five European countries indicate that nearly 10,000 excess deaths have been linked to this summer's extreme heat, underscoring the growing public health impact of climate change.
Stop timber smuggling, plant 10 crore saplings: Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari to forest officials
Jul 14, 2026, at 11:37 pm
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Tuesday directed the Forest Department to intensify action against illegal logging and timber smuggling, stressing the need for greater transparency and stronger enforcement.
Jul 14, 2026, at 10:09 pm
A massive wildfire raging through the historic Fontainebleau forest south of Paris forced the evacuation of around 1,000 residents as firefighters battled to contain the flames amid an intense European heatwave.
Record-breaking UK heatwave death toll shock: More than 2,700 people may have died in May and June
Jul 14, 2026, at 10:36 am
More than 2,700 people are estimated to have died from heat-related causes during the record-breaking May and June 2026 heatwaves in England and Wales, according to a new rapid analysis led by researchers from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), Imperial College London and the Met Office.
Jul 12, 2026, at 06:09 pm
A tourist was injured after a bull bison attacked him and tossed him about eight feet into the air at Yellowstone National Park in the United States on Friday, media reports said.
Jul 08, 2026, at 05:47 pm
Amid uncertainty over the southwest monsoon due to the potential impact of El Niño, the Centre has stepped up preparedness with a comprehensive strategy and proactive ground-level measures to minimise its impact on agriculture.
Europe's silent summer tragedy: Heatwave kills 20,000, reignites fierce air conditioning debate
Jul 05, 2026, at 03:28 am
Paris/IBNS: Europe is grappling with one of the deadliest weather disasters in its modern history after an unprecedented late-June heatwave is estimated to have claimed more than 20,000 lives across the continent.
Jul 03, 2026, at 01:31 pm
El Niño conditions have developed in the tropical Pacific and are forecast to strengthen rapidly over the coming months, increasing the likelihood of heatwaves, droughts, heavy rainfall and other extreme weather events in many parts of the world, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
Europe heatwave turns deadly as melting roads, buckling tracks disrupt cities
Jul 01, 2026, at 12:00 am
Europe is battling its most severe heatwave on record, with soaring temperatures melting roads, buckling tram tracks and sending thousands of people to hospitals across the continent.
'Don't lecture us': Paris Deputy Mayor slams Americans over AC criticism amid deadly Europe heatwave
Jun 30, 2026, at 02:03 pm
Paris Deputy Mayor Audrey Pulvar has hit back at American tourists who mocked France's lack of air conditioning during a deadly heatwave sweeping across Europe.
Europe's deadly heatwave linked to 1,300 deaths as WHO issues stark warning
Jun 29, 2026, at 10:41 am
The ongoing heatwave across Europe, which has severely disrupted daily life in several countries, has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Sunday.
NASA astronaut captures ominous thunderclouds from space—And it looks unreal
Jun 27, 2026, at 05:52 pm
NASA astronaut Jessica Meir has offered a breathtaking glimpse of Earth’s weather systems from space, sharing striking images of thunderclouds as seen from the International Space Station (ISS).
Britain breaks June heat record again as temperatures soar to 37.3°C
Jun 27, 2026, at 12:22 am
The United Kingdom on Friday provisionally recorded its highest-ever temperature for the month of June for the third consecutive day, with the mercury soaring to 37.3°C at Santon Downham in Suffolk, as an intense heatwave continued to grip the country.
Death toll climbs to over 920 in Venezuela earthquake disaster, rescue efforts intensify
Jun 27, 2026, at 12:19 am
Venezuela is reeling after two powerful earthquakes struck its northern region this week, killing at least 920 people and injuring 3,360, according to reports.
Kolkata rain batters evening commute, waterlogging chokes key roads
Jun 25, 2026, at 09:52 pm
Heavy rains lashed Kolkata on Thursday afternoon and evening, disrupting normal life across the city, triggering widespread waterlogging and severe traffic congestion during peak office hours.
Deadly heatwave sweeps Europe: France records dozens of drownings amid extreme heat
Jun 24, 2026, at 10:51 am
At least 40 drowning incidents have been reported across France since Thursday as an intense heatwave swept across the country, pushing temperatures to record levels, according to media reports.
Drought, extreme heat and heatwaves endanger millions of children globally: UNICEF
Jun 17, 2026, at 09:49 am
Drought, extreme heat and heatwaves are the most prevalent trio of hazards endangering millions of children globally, warned a newly released climate report by the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF).
Amazon claims its data centers are 7x more water-efficient than industry average
Jun 13, 2026, at 10:10 am
Amazon says its data centres use seven times less water than industry average as AI's environmental impact comes under scrutiny.
India to host Global Wind Day 2026 Conference in Goa to boost wind energy growth
Jun 12, 2026, at 05:28 pm
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) will host the Global Wind Day 2026 Conference on June 15 in Goa, themed “Wind Energy: From Ambition to Acceleration.
Mission Adi Ganga: Hundreds join Art of Living's massive river revival drive in Kolkata
Jun 11, 2026, at 04:56 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The Art of Living, in association with the Namami Gange initiative , Kolkata Municipal Corporation and the State Mission for Clean Ganga, West Bengal , successfully concluded a three-day Adi Ganga awareness and cleaning campaign along the banks of Adi Ganga at Sadar Ghat near Kalighat Temple.
Vikrant Massey urges children to cut screen time as he joins World Bicycle Day ride in Delhi
Jun 07, 2026, at 06:25 pm
New Delhi: Actor Vikrant Massey on Sunday urged children to spend less time on screens and take up outdoor activities during a World Bicycle Day cycling event in the national capital.
Kerala entry delayed, but Monsoon now advances into additional parts of India, says IMD
Jun 07, 2026, at 05:38 pm
The Southwest Monsoon, which arrived in Kerala on June 4 after a delayed onset, has further advanced into additional parts of India, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Sunday.
The dark side of AI: New study shows its environmental costs threaten water, land, and climate
Jun 05, 2026, at 10:30 am
A new study has shown that Artificial Intelligence is not only responsible for worrying amounts of earth-warming greenhouse gases: the technology environmental footprint is also expanding at a pace that could strain the planet’s natural resources.
Brace for Impact: Massive El Niño event likely in 2026, scientists warn
Jun 02, 2026, at 02:53 pm
A new World Meteorological Organization (WMO) El Niño/La Niña update indicates an approximately 80% probability of an El Niño event developing during June–August 2026, with the likelihood rising to around or above 90% through at least November.
Meteor explodes with 300-ton TNT force, shaking parts of Massachusetts
Jun 01, 2026, at 03:24 pm
A meteor travelling at nearly 75,000 mph triggered a loud sonic boom after exploding over the northeastern United States on Saturday, causing ground shaking that was felt across parts of Massachusetts, according to media reports.
Heatwaves may cause heart disease cases to skyrocket, study finds
May 31, 2026, at 03:56 pm
A new study by researchers from Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals and the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center has warned that rising temperatures driven by climate change could dramatically increase heat-related heart disease across the United States.
Deadly heat at Hajj getting worse due to climate change, scientists say
May 29, 2026, at 03:59 pm
Climate change and rising temperatures are altering the pattern of the annual Islamic pilgrimage, Hajj, a new study has revealed.