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Madhya Pradesh Teen Dies Days After Stray Dog Bite, Despite Getting Shots
In Madhya Pradesh, a growing wave of stray dog attacks is claiming lives, injuring children, and spreading fear across urban and rural areas alike.
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Nitin Gadkari's Mega Mobility Plan: Hyperloop, Electric Buses, Ropeways On Fast Track
Minister Nitin Gadkari has unveiled an ambitious roadmap for next-generation mass mobility in the country, which includes electric rapid transport, hyperloop in urban areas and ropeways, cable buses and funicular railways in inaccessible terrains.
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Mumbai Civic Body Asked To Shut Pigeon Feeding Areas Over Health Risks
The Maharashtra government has ordered the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to immediately shut down 'kabootar khanas' (feeding points for pigeons) in Mumbai, citing health hazards arising out of their droppings.
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Monsoons Bringing More Than Just Rain In Madhya Pradesh - Crocodiles
As the monsoon clouds drench Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri, they're bringing with them more than just rain - they're bringing crocodiles. With each passing year, sightings of these reptiles have increased across both rural and urban areas
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Cities Are Heating Up The Planet, How They Can Tackle Climate Change
Cities have a central role to play tackling climate change. They contribute 67-72% of the greenhouse gas emissions which are heating up the planet.
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Couple Dies, Bridge Washed Away As Heavy Rains Batter Jharkhand
Continuous torrential rains have severely affected normal life across several districts of Jharkhand.
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Over 4,300 Koalas Found in Newcastle’s Fringe Forests by Drone Survey
In a landmark study, researchers from the University of Newcastle have identified over 4,300 koalas living in bushlands on Newcastle’s suburban fringe. Using thermal imaging and drone technology, the team mapped populations across 208 sites, including regions like Sugarloaf State Conservation Area, which had few previous records. The results show...
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Video: Elderly Man Killed By Fighting Bulls In Kota
An elderly man in Kota, Rajastha died after being attacked by fighting bulls while trying to seek refuge on a shop's stairs.
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Delhi Government Reduces MLA Development Fund To ₹5 Crore
The BJP-led Delhi government has reduced the annual MLA Local Area Development (LAD) Fund from Rs 15 crore to Rs 5 crore, officials have said.
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'Cities Today Are Heat Traps, Prioritise Nature': UN Chief Heat Officer
Eleni Myrivili, one of the field's pioneers who currently serves as the Global Chief Heat Officer for UN-Habitat, spoke about the urgent need to redesign cities to keep asphalt-riddled areas from turning into impossible-to-escape "ovens".
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Study Finds Proximity To Trees Associated With Healthier Newborn Outcomes
Drexel University research reveals that expanding urban tree cover can significantly improve public health and reduce mortality rates, especially in low-income areas, emphasizing the role of green spaces in promoting environmental equity.
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Union Budget 2025 Will Initiate Reforms In Six Areas Including Taxation: Nirmala Sitharaman
Union Budget will initiate reforms in six areas - taxation, urban development, mining, financial sector, power and regulatory framework, said Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
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PM's Vision Turns Into Reality As Unused Urban Space Becomes Sports Hubs In Ahmedabad
The Gujarat government has transformed areas under overbridges into vibrant sports hubs, as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to maximise the potential of urban spaces.
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Poor AQI: Can Air Pollution Affect Sperm Health?
"The adverse effects of air pollution on sperm health are especially alarming in urban areas experiencing high levels of AQI, where people are constantly exposed to hazardous substances." says our expert. Here's how and how to stay safe.
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Mountain Lions in Los Angeles Are Turning Nocturnal Due to Humans Encroaching Their Habitat, Study Finds
Mountain lions in Los Angeles are adapting to human recreational activities such as hiking, jogging, and cycling by becoming more nocturnal, a recent study in Biological Conservation has revealed. Researchers tracked 22 GPS-collared mountain lions in the Santa Monica Mountains between 2011 and 2018 and found that the animals shifted their activity ...
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Madhya Pradesh Teen Dies Days After Stray Dog Bite, Despite Getting Shots
In Madhya Pradesh, a growing wave of stray dog attacks is claiming lives, injuring children, and spreading fear across urban and rural areas alike.
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Nitin Gadkari's Mega Mobility Plan: Hyperloop, Electric Buses, Ropeways On Fast Track
Minister Nitin Gadkari has unveiled an ambitious roadmap for next-generation mass mobility in the country, which includes electric rapid transport, hyperloop in urban areas and ropeways, cable buses and funicular railways in inaccessible terrains.
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Mumbai Civic Body Asked To Shut Pigeon Feeding Areas Over Health Risks
The Maharashtra government has ordered the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to immediately shut down 'kabootar khanas' (feeding points for pigeons) in Mumbai, citing health hazards arising out of their droppings.
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Monsoons Bringing More Than Just Rain In Madhya Pradesh - Crocodiles
As the monsoon clouds drench Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri, they're bringing with them more than just rain - they're bringing crocodiles. With each passing year, sightings of these reptiles have increased across both rural and urban areas
-
Cities Are Heating Up The Planet, How They Can Tackle Climate Change
Cities have a central role to play tackling climate change. They contribute 67-72% of the greenhouse gas emissions which are heating up the planet.
-
Couple Dies, Bridge Washed Away As Heavy Rains Batter Jharkhand
Continuous torrential rains have severely affected normal life across several districts of Jharkhand.
-
Over 4,300 Koalas Found in Newcastle’s Fringe Forests by Drone Survey
In a landmark study, researchers from the University of Newcastle have identified over 4,300 koalas living in bushlands on Newcastle’s suburban fringe. Using thermal imaging and drone technology, the team mapped populations across 208 sites, including regions like Sugarloaf State Conservation Area, which had few previous records. The results show...
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Video: Elderly Man Killed By Fighting Bulls In Kota
An elderly man in Kota, Rajastha died after being attacked by fighting bulls while trying to seek refuge on a shop's stairs.
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Delhi Government Reduces MLA Development Fund To ₹5 Crore
The BJP-led Delhi government has reduced the annual MLA Local Area Development (LAD) Fund from Rs 15 crore to Rs 5 crore, officials have said.
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'Cities Today Are Heat Traps, Prioritise Nature': UN Chief Heat Officer
Eleni Myrivili, one of the field's pioneers who currently serves as the Global Chief Heat Officer for UN-Habitat, spoke about the urgent need to redesign cities to keep asphalt-riddled areas from turning into impossible-to-escape "ovens".
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Study Finds Proximity To Trees Associated With Healthier Newborn Outcomes
Drexel University research reveals that expanding urban tree cover can significantly improve public health and reduce mortality rates, especially in low-income areas, emphasizing the role of green spaces in promoting environmental equity.
-
Union Budget 2025 Will Initiate Reforms In Six Areas Including Taxation: Nirmala Sitharaman
Union Budget will initiate reforms in six areas - taxation, urban development, mining, financial sector, power and regulatory framework, said Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
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PM's Vision Turns Into Reality As Unused Urban Space Becomes Sports Hubs In Ahmedabad
The Gujarat government has transformed areas under overbridges into vibrant sports hubs, as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to maximise the potential of urban spaces.
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Poor AQI: Can Air Pollution Affect Sperm Health?
"The adverse effects of air pollution on sperm health are especially alarming in urban areas experiencing high levels of AQI, where people are constantly exposed to hazardous substances." says our expert. Here's how and how to stay safe.
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Mountain Lions in Los Angeles Are Turning Nocturnal Due to Humans Encroaching Their Habitat, Study Finds
Mountain lions in Los Angeles are adapting to human recreational activities such as hiking, jogging, and cycling by becoming more nocturnal, a recent study in Biological Conservation has revealed. Researchers tracked 22 GPS-collared mountain lions in the Santa Monica Mountains between 2011 and 2018 and found that the animals shifted their activity ...
