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Whale done! Baltic stray makes a splashing escape, swims free again

A humpback whale, after a days-long ordeal in shallow Baltic Sea waters near Wismar, has finally swum free. Rescuers employed an excavator to aid its initial escape, but the exhausted giant later corrected its course away from a harbor. Experts now hope the whale, lacking a tracking device, can navigate its way back to the Atlantic. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/twTKXoA

New butterfly species in Arunachal named after Zubeen Garg

In a breathtaking discovery, a new species of butterfly named the Basar Duke has emerged in the picturesque Basar region of Arunachal Pradesh. Officially dubbed Euthalia (Limbusa) zubeengargi, this butterfly pays tribute to the beloved Assamese artist Zubeen Garg. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/59xLlgt

‘Winter is coming,’ spring is not: Why India’s Rituraj is losing its throne

India's cherished spring, once a gentle interlude, is rapidly vanishing. Winters are warming, heat arrives earlier, and the transition season is shrinking, impacting cultural traditions and agriculture. Recent years show a disturbing pattern of early heatwaves and record temperatures, signalling a profound shift in the climate. This loss affects not just weather but the very rhythm of life. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/OkcoIiG

Can cut 46k mangroves for Mumbai project: SC

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Rain in parts of Punjab, Haryana; temperatures hover below normal

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UK government plans police-style powers for Environment Agency to crack down on waste crime

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Spring, climate change, jet stream serves up buffet of wild weather hitting US

The United States is experiencing a chaotic mix of extreme weather, from blizzards in the Great Lakes to potential tornadoes in the East and unprecedented heat in the Southwest. While spring naturally brings volatile conditions, scientists suggest a 'wacky' jet stream, potentially influenced by climate change, is amplifying these events. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/XWYL3Gt

As winters warm, falling through the ice is becoming more common - and deadly

Warming winters are making ice conditions in the Northern Hemisphere increasingly unpredictable, leading to a rise in fatal accidents. In Alaska, Indigenous communities face disrupted hunting traditions and food insecurity as shorter, less reliable ice seasons force people to take dangerous risks on thinner ice. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/RlsdOKF

Brazil's new climate plan targets deforestation

Brazilian leaders unveiled a new national climate plan Monday that prioritizes enhanced forest protections as a key strategy in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Forty percent of greenhouse gas emissions in Brazil are generated by trees being razed, often to clandestinely create more agricultural land, Brazilian officials said. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/THXeQ6u

All restrictions under GRAP in Delhi-NCR revoked as air quality improves significantly

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'Caulocera Hollowayi and Asura Buxa': Indian scientists discover two new lichen moth species

Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India have discovered two new species of lichen moths, Caulocerahollowayi and Asura buxa, in Sikkim and West Bengal. This significant finding, published in Zootaxa, also includes seven new lichen species and underscores the importance of taxonomic research in India's biodiversity hotspots. These moths are vital indicators of air pollution. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/RHs9PXI

Delhi did not see a single ‘clean air' day this winter

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India’s climate-health reporting stands out in global study

Indian media, including TOI, is leading global climate-health journalism, according to a new study. Researchers found Indian outlets published the highest proportion of substantive climate-health coverage, surpassing the US and China. This indicates a strong editorial focus on the public health implications of environmental shifts. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/Qb8amrG

Arctic sea ice heading for one of lowest winter peaks on record: Report

Arctic sea ice is nearing a historic low winter peak. This trend signals accelerating global warming. The shrinking ice threatens polar ecosystems and wildlife. It also opens new shipping routes and resource access. This is reshaping geopolitical competition in the region. Nations are increasing activity as the Arctic transforms. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/Rm5WiOG

Aravallis lost 13.8% soil per year during 2017-2024: Study

Despite increased forest cover in the Aravallis, built-up areas have surged 53%, leading to a 13.8% rise in annual soil loss. Researchers found that massive land conversion, particularly of rangelands and croplands, overwhelms local conservation efforts like afforestation. This trend, linked to human activity and climate change, threatens the delicate balance of this ancient mountain range. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/UZcWTsO

El Nino may hit India's monsoon, hotter months ahead, says WMO

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