Ground Report Desk

India's coal-based thermal power plants are biggest source of GHG emission. A new report by CSE urges practical solutions, improving plant efficiency, using biomass, & rethinking outdated power sector policies to reduce emission while keeping coal in mix.

India's mineral and non-ferrous metal output rose in the first two months of FY 2025–26. Key gains were seen in iron ore, bauxite, and copper. Madhya Pradesh emerged as a major contributor, backed by fresh policy support and rising investment.

Madhya Pradesh is experiencing continuous heavy rainfall. Bhopal and 17 other districts are under weather alerts. Monsoon activity to intensify.

Madhya Pradesh Cabinet approves Vrindavan Gram Yojana, Rs 4,572 crore bridge rebuild plan, National Defence University, and 1,266 new govt posts.

A new study reveals that most ads aired during the 2023 ICC World Cup promoted harmful products, raising public health concerns in India.

Heavy rainfall continues to batter Himachal Pradesh, claiming 17 lives and severely disrupting daily life. The state has seen building collapses, flash floods, and landslides. IMD has issued a red alert, warning of more intense rain through the week.

The IMD has issued an orange and yellow alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in 30 districts of Madhya Pradesh. Bhopal, Jabalpur, and Gwalior likely to be most affected.

At least 45 people have died in Pakistan after flash floods and heavy rainfall swept through multiple provinces. Many victims were children. Authorities warn of more rain in the coming days and call for urgent action as climate disasters increase.

Europe is facing a powerful heatwave with record-breaking temperatures, red alerts, and wildfires affecting countries like Spain, Italy, and Greece.

For the third day in a row, Nandesari in Gujarat has recorded the worst air quality in India. The city's AQI stands 1,287% above WHO’s safe standards. The situation highlights the growing air pollution crisis in industrial zones.