Sustainability

India prepares to spotlight its conservation efforts on a global stage as the world gathers to decide the future of biodiversity.

World Animal Day 2025: Date, theme, history and global significance

The first World Animal Day was held in 1925 by Heinrich Zimmermann, a German writer and activist. Zimmermann wanted to promote animal rights and inspire global action.

British Indian entrepreneur bats for bamboo to make cricket more affordable, accessible

A University of Cambridge scientist who examines and designs sustainable materials, hit upon the concept of bamboo bats a few years ago in the course of his work on the use of bamboo as a structural material for building homes and schools.

World Bamboo Day 2025: Date, theme, history and significance

Bamboo is more than a plant, it is culture, livelihood and innovation. This World Bamboo Day 2025 reveals why its role in our future is bigger than ever.

India’s supply chains resilient, not at the mercy of anyone, says Piyush Goyal

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal reiterated that India is holding talks with the US on a bilateral trade agreement (BTA).

We’re killing animals smarter than Dogs’: Scientists warn of ‘octopus farming horror’

Octopuses have around 500 million neurones in their bodies. Many of these neurones are spread through their arms. This allows them to act and sense independently.

Decor tips: Why modern bathrooms are focusing on innovation and sustainability?

In 2025, the Indian bathroom is no longer just a functional space, it has evolved into a reflection of how we live, what we value, and how we want to feel in our most private spaces.

No Sun, crop collapse and cold hunger: How nuclear war threatens our oceans and Earth’s survival as new report warns of real danger

Corn yields could fall by 80 percent. With extra damage from UV radiation, losses could reach 87 percent. Many parts of the Northern Hemisphere would freeze for years.

International Tiger Day 2025: Date, history, conservation and most legendary tigers and tigresses

Global Tiger Day, or International Tiger Day, was first observed in 2010. It was established during the Tiger Summit held in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

Developers adopt new-age tech, sustainable practices to drive India’s green building boom

According to Savills data, there has been a surge in green building certifications, with over 7,000 IGBC certified projects in India, accounting for a total built-up area of around 1,370 msf

Melting glaciers could trigger hundreds of dormant volcanoes and spark a wave of explosions across the globe, says study

Since the 1970s, scientists have suggested that disappearing ice might release pressure in Earth's crust. As gases and magma expand, the chance of eruption rises.

Centre looking to cut turnaround time to set up nuclear power plants by five years

The government is also planning to set up one nuclear power plant in every state that does not fall under the Seismic Zone 5 and may consider the 'fleet mode' in order to ramp up capacity addition.

May 2025 ranked second-hottest globally, EU data shows

May's average global temperature was 1.4°C higher than the 1850-1900 pre-industrial average. That figure pushes Earth further into the danger zone agreed upon in the Paris climate pact.

Earth's oceans are losing light: Scientists warn of widespread, mysterious marine darkening

The photic zone, where sunlight penetrates and sea creatures survive, is considerably shallower in most places now.

Whale songs inspire tourists to care more about the ocean, study finds

Visitors listened to whale songs, tail slaps and pre-recorded underwater audio through boat speakers. Researchers encouraged guests to reflect on how they felt while observing and listening.

Neither war nor asteroid strikes — this is how Earth will meet its slow death, reveals NASA

A new study supported by NASA and led by Toho University in Japan suggests Earth’s breathable atmosphere may vanish in around one billion years.

ESA’s new ‘Space Brolly’ satellite to weigh global forest carbon like never before

The European Space Agency (ESA) has launched a special satellite that can see deep inside the world's tropical rainforests.

From Blue Marble to Ash Grey: NASA images Reveal how Earth changed in 60 years of climate change

The Amazon, once believed to be endless, is disappearing. Australia and California are torched by fires. Forests become ashes.

Meet Rosie Lanenga: Oregon’s Kid Governor from US championing climate action at ten

As a native of Portland, Rosie has made climate change a central theme of her one-year administration.

Earth Day 2025: Date, history and significance of this day

Earth Day reminds us to protect nature. It is a time to reflect, behave, and imagine a brighter tomorrow.

Earth Day 2025: 50+ Wishes, Messages, Quotes, Slogans and Images to Inspire and Share

Earth Day 2025 will be observed on Tuesday, 22 April, as a global reminder of the importance of environmental preservation.

Future Martian homes? A team from IIT-Madras creates waterless concrete for construction on Mars

IIT Madras' ExTeM team pioneers solutions for space colonization, developing waterless concrete for Martian construction, and driving innovations for sustainable human life beyond Earth.

Sustainable travel tech: Eco-friendly gadgets on the go

From self-cleaning bottles that use UVC light and electric bikes to solar-powered headphones and Bluetooth speakers, some gadgets for the eco-friendly traveller.

‘Welcome to Mars’: Elon Musk's futuristic ‘Red Planet Colony’ post goes viral – See what he predicted

Elon Musk's vision for a Mars colony has sparked debate after a futuristic video showcasing a Martian cityscape went viral, reigniting discussions on terraforming and sustainability.

MIT develops swarms of tiny robotic insects that fly 100 times longer to aid pollination

MIT scientists are developing robotic insects that can help with pollination, potentially boosting crop production without harming nature, with designs inspired by real insects.