Parliament panel maintains high approval rate for wildlife projects in 10 years

The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife approved 93% of infrastructure projects during its July 9 meeting in Coimbatore. Data showed that 99 out of 107 proposals got the green light. Since 2016, the committee approved 96.5% of projects, keeping a high approval trend for forest land use.

Yamuna flood protection wall to be ready by March next: Govt to NGT

The Delhi Government told the National Green Tribunal that a flood protection wall along the Yamuna will be ready by March 31, 2027. This project aims to strengthen defences after the 2023 floods. Officials said the wall from Magazine drain to the Old Railway Bridge is now technically feasible.

Government launches inquiry into recent tiger deaths in Srisailam Reserve

The Andhra Pradesh government started a high-level inquiry into three tiger deaths reported in the Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve during July. Deputy Conservator of Forests A. Srinivasulu said, "the causes of the deaths were under investigation." A committee will now study these incidents and suggest ways to improve wildlife protection.

BSF joins Raj forest department to protect caracal along Jaisalmer border

The Border Security Force joined the Rajasthan forest department to protect the endangered caracal along the Jaisalmer border. Officials assessed habitats and discussed conservation plans with BSF personnel. Devendra Singh Bhati said, "Forest department and BSF are working together to create conditions for caracal conservation in the border region."

'The obsession with endless growth can only end in tears': your questions on extreme weather this summer answered

Extreme weather supercharged by the climate crisis is fuelling an explosive wildfire season in Europe and extreme rainfall across Asia this summer. Jonathan Watts said, "The climate and nature crises are the greatest threats humanity has faced." Many media organisations downplay this, even as global heating makes these events worse.

A man spent 52 winters recording snowfall by hand in Colorado. His notebooks now help scientists track climate change

Billy Barr spent 52 winters recording daily snowfall by hand in Colorado’s Gunnison National Forest. He started these observations in 1974 from his off-grid cabin. Scientists now use his detailed notes to track climate change. Ian Billick said, "Barr has created a baseline of understanding" for many important studies.