IMD predicts rain for next 2 days in Delhi

The city recorded 384.6 mm of rainfall in July, which is the second-highest in the month in the last 15 years, compared to the normal of 195.8 mm

Call of the monsoon birds

Even though winter is the best season to watch birds, there is no shortage of avian wonders in the rainy season at the bio-diversity parks and sanctuaries

Over 100 hectares of Delhi’s forest land used for development in 15 years: Govt data

Furthermore, 384.38 hectares, equivalent to 3.84 square kilometers, of forest land within the capital is presently occupied by encroachments

Delhi’s draft climate action plan aims to cut dependency on other states for hydropower

According to the Delhi Economic Survey 2022-23, in the fiscal year 2021-22, Delhi procured a total of 37,460 million units of electricity. Out of this, approximately 16.65 percent came from power plants owned by the Delhi government, while the rest was purchased from the central government and other states

Delhi govt launches internship programme to empower wildlife enthusiasts

Rai said the government has a plantation target of 5.2 million saplings this year. In addition, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) will plant 5 million shrubs

Rains lash Delhi, IMD predicts more showers

In the 24-hour period till Saturday morning, the city has witnessed 54 mm of rainfall. The humidity at 8.30 am was recorded at 100 per cent

Flood victims unsure about compensation    

Soon after Yamuna floods led to destruction and large-scale displacement of civilians in low-lying areas, Delhi government announced a compensation of Rs 10,000 for each affected family. While many received it within two days, some are still waiting with bated breath  

Snake scare adds to city’s flood woes

Wildlife SOS chief says frantic calls after sighting of snake increased during the floods