Ground Report Desk

COP29 in Baku will focus on climate finance, aiming to redefine global funding for developing nations. Key topics include new financial targets, carbon market rules, adaptation support, and advancing commitments to reduce emissions.

Himachal Pradesh sees unprecedented November temperatures, with Solan and Dharamshala hitting record highs. The state also faced a historic October rainfall deficit. IMD predicts continued dry weather till November 9.

Gensol Engineering Limited has won a Rs 780 crore contract for a 150 MW solar photovoltaic power plant in Maharashtra. The project will be completed in 15 months and includes comprehensive management from design to operations and maintenance

During a match in Peru, 39-year-old footballer Jose Hugo de la Cruz Meza was fatally struck by lightning, leading to calls for enhanced safety measures in high-altitude sports events prone to extreme weather

A study shows that 215 million hectares of land can be naturally reforested, potentially offsetting 23.4 gigatons of carbon emissions over three decades. This approach offers a cost-effective way to restore ecosystems and combat climate change.

Madhya Pradesh is experiencing a concerning rise in dengue and chikungunya cases, surpassing 7,000 reported infections. Fatalities have increased, prompting health officials to urge community action and preventive measures against mosquito breeding.

Cassius, a 5.48m (18 ft) saltwater crocodile and the world’s largest in captivity, has died at the age of 110 at Marineland Melanesia in Queensland. He was a cherished resident, bringing joy to visitors and his caretaker for decades.

Following the deaths of 10 elephants, MP suspended senior forest officials for negligence. CM Yadav announced a state-level task force to improve human-elephant coexistence, including solar fencing and agroforestry efforts.

The IMD warns of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning in multiple states, with dense fog in parts of Uttar Pradesh and severe smog affecting Delhi's air quality.

The COP16 summit in Colombia concluded without a biodiversity funding roadmap due to financial disagreements. However, a major breakthrough was made by establishing a permanent Indigenous advisory body to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity