At the stalled COP29 climate summit on Monday, the head of the UN's climate agency urged nations to "end the theatrics" over climate pollution and focus on advancing critical climate policies.

The NGT has ordered the Guna authorities to remove encroachments on forest land, following illegal tree cutting and cultivation. The collector and tehsildar must act by December 4, or face personal affidavits for non-compliance.

NGT mandates the inclusion of all coastal states and authorities in the case challenging CRZ Notification 2019, ensuring all affected parties are heard for fair adjudication, considering the notification’s nationwide impact

At COP29, Brazil introduced its new climate plan, targeting a 59%-67% emissions reduction by 2035. The plan includes shifting to renewable energy, but experts call for more transparency and specific timelines to strengthen its credibility and impact.

On Day 3 of COP29, nations debated new climate finance targets beyond 2025. Brazil announced ambitious emission cuts, while delegates called for more robust financial commitments to support developing countries in mitigating climate impacts

At COP29 in Azerbaijan, leaders aim to make the Loss and Damage Fund effective, focusing on swift aid delivery, Indigenous knowledge integration, and community-led planning to support vulnerable regions facing climate change’s irreversible impacts.

Lakshadweep reports managing 18 tonnes of waste daily, including non-biodegradable and kitchen waste. Despite efforts like biogas plants and incinerators, a 1,925 MT backlog in non-biodegradable waste remains, says NGT affidavit

Only 30 countries have energy storage targets, totaling 284 GW by 2030. This leaves a 1,216 GW gap from the 1,500 GW global goal needed to stabilize grids and support renewable energy growth.

COP29 is centered on achieving consensus around Article 6 of Paris Agreement, focusing on carbon markets and climate finance. Leaders stress urgent action on global cooperation, with calls for concrete finance commitments to support vulnerable communities

The Climate Action Against Disinformation Coalition report highlights how Big Tech enables climate disinformation, with social media platforms profiting from fossil fuel ads. This fuels false narratives, undermining climate action during extreme weather.