The Gasping Capital: Delhi’s Eternal Winter of Discontent
As the morning sun struggles to pierce through a leaden sky, the residents of Delhi-NCR find themselves locked in a now-permanent seasonal ritual: living through a haze. What was once…
The Frothing Giant: Can Bengaluru Ever Reclaim Bellandur Lake?
Bengaluru was once the crown jewel of the Vrishabhavathi valley, a sprawling 360-hectare expanse of freshwater that sustained agriculture and recharged the city’s parched aquifers. Today, Bellandur Lake stands as…
She Grows Dreams on Her Rooftop: The Inspiring Journey of Anju Karthika
In Kayamkulam, Kerala, Anju Karthika’s rooftop isn’t just a garden—it’s a story of hope, hustle, and heart. Every morning, long before the world fully wakes up, the soft rustle of…
Yoga for One Earth, One Health: A Pathway to Global Harmony
Every year on June 21, the world unites to celebrate International Yoga Day—a day that transcends borders, beliefs, and backgrounds. This year’s theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” brings…
Exploring Melghat: BNHS Wildlife Camp Yields Rare Sightings
The Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), in collaboration with the Nature Conservation Society, Amravati (NCSA), successfully conducted a four-day wildlife camp at Melghat Tiger Reserve from January 22 to 25,…
Uncharted Depths: The Wonders and Perils of Deep-Sea Ecosystems
The longest-living vertebrate, the Greenland shark, inhabits the mysterious depths of the ocean, where it can live up to 500 years. Ironically, despite this incredible longevity, the shark is toxic…
World Nature Conservation Day 2024: Connecting People and Plants, Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation
On July 28th, we celebrate World Nature Conservation Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of protecting our planet’s natural resources and biodiversity. The theme for 2024,…
Exploring History and Biodiversity: BNHS Hosts Tree Walk at Joseph Baptista Garden, Mazgaon Hill
The Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), India’s premier wildlife research conservation organization, conducted a Tree Walk on 21 st April at the Joseph Baptista Garden on Mazgaon Hill in South…
The Risky Business of Making Bangles in India
The bangle production industry in India is a fascinating yet complicated sector that comes with a unique set of risks and rewards. For generations, bangles have been an integral part…
Planet Smart City updates United Nations Global Compact on progress during 2021
Communication on Progress provides details on the company’s positive impact across humanrights, labour and the environment. 15th February 2022 – Planet Smart City, a global leader in smart affordable housing,…
Maharashtra to undertake coal phase down study across all power plants in State: Aaditya Thackeray
During his Nandgaon visit Thackeray assured locals of permanent closure of both Nandgaon, Waregaon ash bunds and their speedy restoration. February 14, 2022 Nagpur, India: The Maharashtra government has decided…
Nandgaon mothers share their plight with Aaditya Thackeray, seek protection for their children from the health impacts of fly ash
The letter presented to Minister, during his visit to Nandgaon, calls for a permanent ban on fly ash dumping and complete restoration of ash pond. February 14, 2022 Nagpur, India:…
Award-winning UK Social Impact Startup, ‘Play It Green’ appoints Environmentalist Joel Michael as ‘Global Brand Ambassador’ to enter the Middle East and Asia Market
Dubai, 14th February 2022: UK Based award-winning Social Impact startup ‘Play It Green’ has appointed environmentalist Joel Michael as Global Brand Ambassador to enter the Middle East and Asia Market.…
SUSTAINABLE TYRES: Is There An Alternative
Environmental degradation is the most important problem that we are facing today. Its origin lies in the growing population, rapid industrialization, and huge quantities of solid waste refusal, which is…
Mapping of India’s Climate Change Hotspots for the First Time
For the first time, the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) has mapped climate change hotspots in our country for three future periods, for the years 2030, 2050, and 2085.…