A government official in India, Rajesh Vishwas, has been suspended from his job after draining a reservoir in a misguided attempt to retrieve his dropped phone while taking a selfie. The incident took place at the Paralkot reservoir in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh. Over a period of four days, more than 2 million liters of water were pumped out of the reservoir, causing environmental concerns and drawing criticism for wasting a precious resource during a time of severe heat.
Fifteen-year-old Jash Modi, a 10th-grade student at Chatrabhuj Narsee Memorial (CNM) School in Vile Parle, has been chosen to represent India at the prestigious Student Climate & Conservation Congress (Sc3) 2023, in the United States. Two other teenagers from Chhattisgarh and Assam will also join him at the event.
New research reveals that despite a political pledge made by world leaders at COP26 to end deforestation, an area of tropical forest equivalent to the size of Switzerland was lost in 2022, with Brazil leading the destruction. The pledge made at the climate conference aimed to halt and reverse forest loss and land degradation by 2030, with leaders from countries covering 85% of global forests signing on. However, the analysis conducted by Global Forest Watch shows that the promise made in Glasgow is not being fulfilled.
The rise in global sea levels due to the climate crisis not only endangers homes and livelihoods but also poses a significant threat to languages spoken in low-lying regions like Tuvalu, Kiribati, and the Marshall Islands. Language loss is not a new phenomenon, as climate and geography have historically influenced human settlements and the diversity of languages spoken. The equatorial regions, with their favorable climates and agricultural opportunities, have been particularly conducive to the flourishing of languages and cultures.
Dengue cases in Nagpur are on the rise, and climate change is contributing to the problem. The number of dengue cases in Nagpur has increased by 200% in the past five years.
Tamil Nadu's government is planning to train officials in climate risk assessment. The training will be conducted by the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) and will focus on several aspects of climate change.
India's first hydrogen-powered train is expected to run from Jind district in Haryana. The train is being developed by the Northern Railway and is expected to be operational by March 2024. The train will be manufactured at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai. The train is being developed by the Indian Railways and the National Hydrogen Energy Development Agency (NHIDCL).
Barbados' Prime Minister, Mia Mottley, is spearheading a global push for a fundamental reform of the international financial system to provide greater access to climate finance for poorer countries. At a summit in Paris, world leaders are discussing the allocation of hundreds of billions of dollars to address climate change. Mottley emphasizes that smaller nations like Barbados urgently need assistance as they bear the brunt of climate change impacts, despite contributing less to its causes. Financial constraints often prevent these countries from implementing costly projects such as renewable energy initiatives.
The return of the El Niño weather pattern after nearly four years has raised concerns about extreme weather events, economic impact, and agricultural disruptions globally. Additionally, scientists and health organizations are now warning of another potential consequence: the resurgence of tropical diseases. The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently highlighted the increased risk of transmission for diseases such as dengue, Zika, and chikungunya due to the warmer weather associated with El Niño.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India's cultural traditions and commitment to preserving the environment during a joint statement with US President Joe Biden at the White House. Modi stated that India does not believe in exploiting nature and considers it an integral part of Indian culture. He highlighted the importance of environmental protection and climate action, stating that these principles are deeply rooted in Indian traditions.
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Technology is a useful servant, but a dangerous master, it was rightly said. Electronic devices have grown into an inevitable part of our daily lives.