This year ‘virtually certain’ to be warmest in 125,000 years: scientists
Last month smashed through the previous October temperature record, from 2019, by a massive margin, the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service said.
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Air quality reaches ‘unhealthy’ levels in Kathmandu Valley, sparking public health concerns
Although decline in air quality during winter and dry seasons is a common phenomenon, a sudden rise in air pollution levels is alarming, public health experts say.
Delhi government mulls artificial rain to combat air pollution
Meanwhile, residents of Delhi remained in dire straits with air quality back to severe category, recording an average Air Quality Index (AQI) value of 426.
Delhi pollution: Supreme Court orders immediate halt to stubble burning
The bench further directed the Delhi government to monitor and ensure that the municipal solid waste is not burnt in the city or in the open.
Malaysia sets national SDG targets for the first time: PM Anwar
He also said the national SDG indicator and initiatives will be translated into the Phase 2 Sustainable Development Goals Roadmap to be published in December.
Human activities damage eco balance of Kangsabati river
A comprehensive investigation found that upstream sand mining caused irregular fluctuations in the riverbed downstream of the Anicut Dam.
Cold spell prompts emergency response in some regions of China
Up to 20-millimeter-thick layers of ice have been spotted covering some power lines in Jilin and Liaoning.
Thailand on course for hottest and driest year: Climate expert
Dr Seri Suparatit also warned of possible drought over the coming months, especially in the central and eastern regions.
Delhi air pollution: GRAP stage-IV imposed in Delhi-NCR; trucks, construction banned
All the construction and demolition activities have been banned in the national capital, while only trucks carrying essential supply items are allowed entry to Delhi.
Mount Rinjani wildfire continues spreading, closure of climbing route possible
Nineteen fresh hot spots were discovered on Nov 2, and this brings the total number of hot spots to 26.