Hunger rising in mountain regions due to biodiversity loss, climate change
Dec 12, 2020, at 09:14 pm
New York: Although many of the world’s most important crops and livestock species originate in mountain regions, hunger is rising in these areas due to biodiversity loss and climate change, according to a joint study published on Friday by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and partners.
UN makes progress on 'greening the blue'
Dec 11, 2020, at 04:14 pm
New York: In 2019, the UN system continued to make steady progress towards reducing its environmental footprint, recording decreases in emissions and implementing advanced environment management systems.
Developing countries raise climate ambitions to plot path out of pandemic
Dec 09, 2020, at 05:25 pm
Developing countries are building more ambitious plans to tackle climate change, with COVID-19 stimulus packages often serving as a springboard towards a greener recovery, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) said on Tuesday.
'Tree Authorities' for JMC, SMC constituted in J&K
Dec 05, 2020, at 10:38 pm
Srinagar: The General Administration Department (GAD) Thursday constituted ‘Tree Authorities’ for Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) and Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) for the prevention of all trees within their respective jurisdictions.
JKPCB commemorates National Pollution Prevention day
Dec 05, 2020, at 10:35 pm
Srinagar: The Regional Office of J&K Pollution Control Board today organised an impressive function to celebrate National Pollution Prevention day to create awareness about the adverse effects of pollution on human beings and its hazardous effects on the ecosystem, here.
Dec 04, 2020, at 03:33 am
Kharagpur (WB)/IBNS: Researchers from IIT Kharagpur in collaboration with IITM Pune and European researchers conducted a study involving the analysis of the seasonal and inter-annual variability of atmospheric ammonia emitted by the agricultural sector.
Bhopal gas disaster victims slam Dow Chemicals of USA on 36th anniversary
Dec 04, 2020, at 02:39 am
Bhopal/IBNS: On the occasion of the 36th Anniversary of the Union Carbide disaster, four organizations of survivors Thursday condemned the continued evasion of legal liabilities by Dow Chemical, USA for the ongoing damage to the health of the survivors and pollution of the local soil and groundwater.
J&K: Govt. constitutes panels to implement Forest Rights Act
Dec 02, 2020, at 10:46 pm
Srinagar: The General Administration Department today constituted three committees – Union Territory Level, District Level and Sub-Divisional Level Committee – for the implementation of Forest Rights Act 2006 in J&K.
Delhi-NCR's air remains 'very poor'
Dec 02, 2020, at 10:30 pm
New Delhi/UNI: Delhi's air quality continued to reel under the 'very poor ' category , while the average Air Quality Index further increased, measuring 376 at around 1400 hrs on Wednesday, the Central Pollution Control Board said here.
Lahore tops chart of most polluted cities
Dec 02, 2020, at 06:47 am
Lahore city in Pakistan has once again topped the chart of world's most polluted cities.
Cooking pollution lingers longer in atmosphere: Study
Dec 02, 2020, at 05:00 am
London: Particulate emissions from cooking stay in the atmosphere for longer than previously thought, making a prolonged contribution to poor air quality and human health, according to a new study.
The race to zero emissions, and why the world depends on it
Dec 01, 2020, at 09:28 pm
New York: A host of countries have recently announced major commitments to significantly cut their carbon emissions, promising to reach "net zero" in the coming years. The term is becoming a global rallying cry, frequently cited as a necessary step to successfully beat back climate change, and the devastation it is causing.
Address water scarcity ‘immediately and boldly’, urges UN agriculture agency chief
Nov 27, 2020, at 03:52 pm
New York: More than three billion people live in agricultural areas with high levels of water shortages and scarcity, the UN agriculture agency said in a new report launched on Wednesday.
Cyclone Nivar likely to hit Tamil Nadu coast tonight, Chennai Airport closes
Nov 26, 2020, at 04:22 am
Chennai/IBNS: As Cyclone Nivar, which intensified into a "very severe cyclonic storm", is likely to make landfall at the southeast coast of Tamil Nadu, the Chennai Airport has been closed for 7 hours starting 7 PM on Wednesday.
Pakistan: Lahore ranks world's most polluted city
Nov 25, 2020, at 02:25 pm
Lahore: Pollution remains a major trouble for Pakistan as it became evident when Lahore city topped the list of most polluted cities in the world as its air quality index (AQI) recorded six times over the safe limit.
Delhi air deteriorates further
Nov 24, 2020, at 09:26 pm
New Delhi/UNI: The National Capital's air quality on Tuesday deteriorated further and turned 'very poor' with the average Air Quality Index rising to 371 at 1300 hrs, Central Pollution Control Board said here.
Carbon dioxide levels hit new record; COVID impact ‘a tiny blip’, WMO says
Nov 24, 2020, at 03:32 pm
New York: Levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere hit a new record of 410.5 parts per million in 2019, and are expected to keep rising this year, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said in its annual Greenhouse Gas Bulletin on Monday.
Depression in Bay of Bengal to intensify into cyclonic storm 'Nivar' along Odisha coast: Met Dept
Nov 24, 2020, at 02:27 am
Bhubaneswar/UNI The Well Marked low-pressure area formed over Southwest adjoining the southeast Bay of Bengal concentrated into a depression on Tuesday.
Nov 22, 2020, at 09:43 pm
Srinagar/UNI: The summer capital, Srinagar, recorded the coldest night of the season so far after the mercury dipped and settled at minus 3 degree while world famous ski resort of Gulmarg shivered at minus 7.4 degree.
National Capital Delhi's air again deteriorating, reels under 'poor' category
Nov 21, 2020, at 10:44 pm
New Delhi/UNI:) National capital New Delhi's air quality again started deteriorating and was measured under 'poor' category with an average AQI of 255 at around 1400 hours.
Climate crisis: ‘Nowhere near the finish line’, says UN chief
Nov 20, 2020, at 03:36 pm
New York: Pointing to its “pioneering legislation and policies”, on Thursday the UN chief hailed the 27-member European Union (EU) as a “a leader on climate action”, that had shown that it was possible to cut emissions while achieving economic growth.
Indian climate activist Sunita Narain wins Edinburgh Medal 2020
Nov 18, 2020, at 05:24 pm
New Delhi :Sunita Narain, director general of New Delhi-based think tank Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), has won this year’s Edinburgh Medal 2020, instituted by the City of Edinburgh Council.
UN warns of catastrophe as second hurricane in two weeks hits Central America
Nov 18, 2020, at 02:55 pm
New York: The United Nations warned on Tuesday of catastrophic consequences from Hurricane Iota, the second major tropical cyclone to hit Central America this month.
Air quality was worse on Diwali in Lucknow: CSIR-IIT-R survey
Nov 17, 2020, at 01:49 am
Lucknow/UNI: CSIR-IIT-R survey on pollution proved that air quality in Lucknow became worse after the Diwali festival because of fireworks.
Jammu and Kashmir: ‘Bird Walk’ organized by WUCMA at Wular Lake
Nov 16, 2020, at 10:59 pm
Srinagar: On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Dr Salim Ali known as the ‘Birdman of India’, a ‘Bird Walk’ programme was today organized by the Wular Conservation and Management Authority (WUCMA) at Watlab Sopore.
Air pollution soars high in Delhi after cracker ban defied on Diwali
Nov 15, 2020, at 04:36 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: A day after people across the country celebrated Diwali, pollution levels in Delhi and nearby areas soared high with revellers defying the ban on firecrackers.
Delhi-NCR continues to be hit by 'very poor' air quality
Nov 13, 2020, at 10:37 pm
New Delhi/UNI: National Capital's air continued to reel under the very poor category on Friday , the Central Pollution Control Board said here.
UN chief stresses need for greater speed to achieve carbon neutrality
Nov 10, 2020, at 04:16 pm
New York: Although more Governments and businesses are committing to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, the world is still falling far short of that goal, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Monday in his latest push for a cleaner, greener future.
Long-term displacement worries for families hit hard by ‘super typhoon’ Goni
Nov 07, 2020, at 03:04 pm
New York: The trail of devastation left by Typhoon Goni in the Philippines, runs straight through some heavily populated areas – including places where COVID-19 cases are high, and where returning migrants are concentrated - UN agencies reported on Friday.
The natural environment is also a casualty of war, Guterres warns
Nov 07, 2020, at 02:55 pm
New York: The UN Secretary-General has called for better management of natural resources and ecosystems, highlighting that doing so could pave a path towards peace in war-torn societies and help crisis-affected countries boost sustainable development.