Environment
Dehydrated eagles, unconscious pigeons, and a city out of shade
Veterinarians, rescuers, and Delhi Fire Services officials say distress calls involving birds and stray animals suffering from dehydration, heatstroke, infections, and exhaustion have risen sharply as prolonged heatwave conditions and soaring temperatures continue across Delhi-NCR
Where 2,640 birds became 594: Delhi’s emptying wetlands
On International Biodiversity Day, recent bird censuses, ecological studies, and conservation reports point to a continuing decline in Delhi’s bird populations, driven by shrinking wetlands, pollution, habitat fragmentation, and rapid urban expansion across the Capital
Bhalswa, Okhla landfills to be flattened this year: Delhi Mayor
On the other hand, the Mayor said that the authorities are aiming to flatten the Ghazipur landfill by 2027-end
Tender floated for rejuvenation of Ranikhera pond by Delhi govt
The Delhi State Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation (DSIIDC) has floated a tender to rejuvenate the Ranikhera water body in Mundka
Carbon credit: Study finds underground treasure of Delhi’s forests
Researchers estimated the carbon credit value of Delhi's forests at nearly USD 4,846, or more than Rs 4 lakh per hectare
Delhi govt grants Reserved Forest status to 673 ha of Central Ridge
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the decision marked a major step towards protecting Delhi's ecologically sensitive Central Ridge
Delhi schools to roll out year-long environmental awareness drive
Delhi schools will run a year-long programme with monthly themes—from plastic waste to air pollution—through activities, campaigns and key environmental observances
As Delhi counts trees, a story of bloom and loss unfolds
As Delhi undertakes its first comprehensive tree census under the Delhi Preservation of Trees Act, the exercise turns attention to the city’s green cover — its seasonal beauty, historical evolution, and the growing pressures it faces from rapid urbanisation and infrastructure expansion
