Ground Report Desk

Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest deforestation in India from 2014-2024, losing 38,552 hectares for development. The 2023 State of Forest Report shows a 61,240-hectare decline. With 288 forest clearances, concerns over sustainability.

Madhya Pradesh will see a brief weather change with possible rain on April 1 before a heat wave sets in. Temps have fallen across cities, but extreme heat is expected in April-May, with hot winds for up to 35 days. People should prepare for rising temps.

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar, with tremors felt in Thailand. A high-rise collapsed in Bangkok, causing panic. Buildings, roads, and shrines were damaged in Myanmar. Rescue teams are assessing the impact as aftershocks remain a risk.

MP govt told HC that 30 metric tons of Union Carbide’s toxic waste was incinerated in Pithampur. The remaining 307 tons will be burned in 72 days under PCB supervision. The 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy waste disposal process will be reviewed in June.

Madhya Pradesh is experiencing rising temperatures, with Khajuraho reaching 41.4°C and several cities crossing 40°C. Hot winds from the west and southwest have caused a significant temperature increase.

The parliamentary committee flagged concerns over the Environment Ministry's poor fund utilization. It criticized delays in key schemes amid rising pollution levels and heat wave risks.

Glaciers around the world are missing faster than ever, the last three year sees largest glaciel mass loss on record, states the UNESCO Report.

The European Union is asking people to keep at least three days’ worth of food, water, and other basic supplies in case of an emergency. This advice comes from a new EU report that focuses on getting people ready for possible crises.

A viral trend lets users transform photos into Studio Ghibli-style art using AI. While GPT-4o offers this to paid users, free tools like Craiyon, DeepAI, and Artbreeder let anyone join in. Discover how to create your own anime-style portraits!

The BJP-led Delhi govt’s ₹1 lakh crore budget focuses on infrastructure, education, health, and pollution control. Key plans include Yamuna cleaning, 5,000 electric buses, new schools, and ₹5,100 crore for women’s welfare, with ₹11,469 crore from Centre.