Wahid Bhat

Ladakh faces a water crisis due to climate change, population growth, and tourism. Residents recall a time when water was abundant, contrasting with the current scarcity.

The gradual increase in temperature-related fatalities among women in India since 2005, as revealed by recent analysis, raises concerns over gender disparities in coping with extreme heat.

Recent studies at the American Geophysical Union conference propose a seismic shift in India's geology.

Studies reveal alarming decreases in sparrow populations across Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Gujarat, and Jammu Kashmir, with coastal regions experiencing significant declines.

April 2024 saw a continuation of record global heat, marking the 11th consecutive month of unprecedented warmth.

The study warns that climate change could lead to habitat loss for many venomous snake species by 2070, potentially increasing risks to human life.

The Humboldt Glacier, once Venezuela's last glacier, has melted away, leaving the nation devoid of glaciers. La Corona, as it was also known, dwindled to just 2 hectares, falling short of the minimum size requirement to retain its glacier status.

In April, a wave of unprecedented heat swept across much of Asia, setting new temperature records and wreaking havoc on communities. The scorching temperatures resulted in numerous fatalities, crop failures, water scarcities

In Baba Abdu Nath village, Jammu and Kashmir, lives of Rafakat and Showkat, Gujjar pastoralists, are upended by a fatal lightning strike that claims lives of 30 goats, injures 15 sheep.

In the cold winters of Ladakh, a remote region becomes isolated from the rest of India due to heavy snowfall. However, summer transforms it into a haven for adventurous travelers. Despite this seasonal change, local communities face significant challenges