Haiti: UN deeply saddened as latest earthquake kills three, in wake of floods
Jun 07, 2023, at 10:42 pm
The UN expressed deep sadness as another deadly earthquake claimed the lives of at least three people near the Haitian city of Jerémie in the early hours of Tuesday, compounding an already life-threatening situation in recent days caused by flooding and landslides.
Study warns that chemical found in common artificial sweetener can damage DNA
Jun 07, 2023, at 10:40 pm
A new study finds a chemical formed when we digest a widely used sweetener is “genotoxic,” meaning it breaks up DNA. The chemical is also found in trace amounts in the sweetener itself, and the finding raises questions about how the sweetener may contribute to health problems.
World off track for reaching key goal on sustainable energy by 2030
Jun 07, 2023, at 09:52 pm
New York: The world is not on track to meet Sustainable Development Goal 7, designed to ensure access to affordable, reliable energy for all, a new report from the UN and partners revealed on Monday.
Climate change could cause disease to 76.8 percent of corals by 2100
Jun 07, 2023, at 09:48 pm
Sydney: Researchers from the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) has estimated that 76.8 percent of corals across the world would catch disease by 2100 amid global warming.
Arctic could be ice-free in summer by 2030: Study
Jun 07, 2023, at 03:23 pm
A new study has found that the Arctic would be 'ice-free' by as early as the 2030s.
Shrinking ponds in urban areas threaten ecosystem and increase flood risks
Jun 07, 2023, at 10:19 am
Guwahati/IBNS: Renowned herpetologist Jayaditya Purkayastha has expressed concern over the dwindling number of ponds in urban spaces and their adverse effects on the ecosystem.
Jun 07, 2023, at 07:06 am
Kohima/IBNS: Nagaland took significant steps to address the pressing issue of climate change by conducting plantation and cleanliness drives across the state on Monday to mark World Environment Day. The theme for this year's observance was "Beat Plastic Pollution."
Cities ‘critical battlegrounds’ for a sustainable future: Guterres
Jun 06, 2023, at 11:31 pm
When it comes to fighting for a sustainable future, the world’s cities are “critical battlegrounds” and more important than ever to making multilateralism work for all, said the UN chief in a video message on Monday to the United Nations Habitat Assembly.
Jun 06, 2023, at 10:18 am
In a concerted effort to facilitate a smooth and COVID-free experience for Hajj pilgrims, a dedicated vaccination drive was organized in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.
Jun 06, 2023, at 07:52 am
Bhaderwah/Jammu: In a momentous declaration during the inauguration of the Lavender festival, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh hailed Bhaderwah as the unparalleled Lavender capital of India and a burgeoning Agri Startup hub.
Ontario forest fire: Evacuation orders issued for people living around Centennial Lake
Jun 06, 2023, at 04:53 am
Toronto/IBNS: Officials ordered evacuation for people living around Ontario'sCentennial Lake to evacuate their homes in the wake of the forest fire burning in the area west of Calabogie.
Jun 06, 2023, at 02:18 am
As the World Environment Day (steered by the United Nations Environment Programme or UNEP), observed across the globe on June 5, enters its 50th year, we are faced with the indomitable challenge of plastic pollution.
Gujarat registers 55 pc reduction in carbon emissions in energy production
Jun 05, 2023, at 11:55 pm
Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government on Monday announced that the state has witnessed 55 per cent reduction in carbon emissions in energy production after the implementation of the Solar Power Policy, on the occasion of World Environment Day.
World must ‘work as one’ to end plastic pollution: Guterres
Jun 05, 2023, at 11:07 pm
New York: As international negotiators committed to hammering out a draft treaty by November on ending plastic pollution, the UN chief stressed in his message for World Environment Day on Monday, the importance of curbing the “catastrophic” consequences of waste plastics.
From eco-parks to coal gasification: India's top efforts to hit net zero by 2070
Jun 05, 2023, at 09:19 pm
New Delhi: State-owned coal miners are taking various initiatives to make coal mining a sustainable exercise in line with India’s vision to be net zero by 2070.
Cutting boards can produce microparticles when chopping veggies: Study
Jun 05, 2023, at 03:22 pm
New York: Cutting boards are handy tools found in most homes and restaurant kitchens. But a small-scale study in ACS’ Environmental Science & Technology suggests that they are an overlooked source of micrometer-sized particles.
Srinagar hosts 'successful' medical camp for local community members
Jun 05, 2023, at 01:40 am
Srinagar: Gurudwara Mehjoor Nagar in Srinagar recently organized a free medical camp in the city, media reports said.
1 in 3 adults with Type 2 diabetes may have undetected cardiovascular disease: Study
Jun 04, 2023, at 10:45 pm
Dallas: 1 in 3 adults with Type 2 diabetes may have undetected cardiovascular disease.
Eye drops slow nearsightedness progression in kids: Study
Jun 03, 2023, at 11:10 pm
The results of a new clinical trial suggest that the first drug therapy to slow the progression of nearsightedness in kids could be on the horizon.
Jammu and Kashmir: People crowdfund Rs.80 lakhs in less than 24 hours to help cancer patient
Jun 03, 2023, at 10:25 pm
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir showed its humanitarian side as people crowdfunded more than 80 lakh rupees in less than 24 hours for the treatment of a 24-year-old who is battling Leukemia.
Study finds grief can increase risk of heart problems
Jun 03, 2023, at 10:15 pm
Losing loved ones can take a major toll not just on psychological well-being but also on physical health. Researchers at the University of Arizona studied the impact of grief on heart function and found that severe grief can cause a marked rise in blood pressure.
Afghanistan registers fourth Polio case of 2023
Jun 03, 2023, at 09:54 pm
Kabul: Afghanistan has reported the fourth case of Polio this year in Bihsud district of Nangarhar province, media reports said.
Bangladesh: 2 COVID-19 deaths registered after 66 days
Jun 03, 2023, at 03:18 pm
Dhaka: Bangladesh registered two deaths due to COVID-19 for the first time in 66 days, as per data released by the government on Friday.
Canada: Out of control historic fire continues to grow in Shelburne County
Jun 03, 2023, at 05:02 am
Nova Scotia/IBNS: The out of control historic fire that has been burning for nearly a week near Barrington Lake in Nova Scotia's southwestern region reportedly continued to grow overnight Thursday.
‘Toxic tidal wave’ of plastic pollution putting human rights at risk
Jun 03, 2023, at 12:47 am
New York: The world must combat the “toxic tidal wave” of plastic pollution that threatens human rights, two UN independent experts said on Thursday.
Japan: Nearly 140,000 people ordered to evacuate due to typhoon Mawar
Jun 02, 2023, at 11:25 pm
Tokyo: The Japanese authorities on Friday issued an order to evacuate 138,700 residents of the southern prefectures of the country, due to the danger of powerful typhoon Mawar, which is approaching the south-eastern coast of the archipelago, Japanese broadcaster NHK reported.
Study says junk food may impair our deep sleep
Jun 02, 2023, at 09:54 pm
Uppsala: In a new study, researchers at Uppsala University have investigated how junk food affects sleep.
Himachal Pradesh receives unprecedented rainfall
May 31, 2023, at 11:39 pm
Shimla: Himachal Pradesh received a record 325 per cent rainfall and the Mercury plummeted to an all time low over the last seven days, an India Meteorological Department (IMD) official said on Wednesday.
WMO makes urgent call to action over melting cryosphere
May 31, 2023, at 10:35 pm
New York: Global warming’s devastating effects on the world’s sea ice, icebergs and glaciers – part of what is known as the cryosphere – need to be better understood and mitigated, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
China successfully launches crewed mission to Tiangong Space Station
May 31, 2023, at 04:34 am
Jiuquan/China: China sent three astronauts, including the first Chinese civilian in orbit, to the Tiangong space station via a Long March 2F rocket. The Shenzhou-16 crew safely docked at the Tianhe core module of the space station several hours later, following the launch at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre.