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The flood situation in Assam has improved slightly, with the number of affected people dropping to 1.78 lakh, though seven districts remain hit. No new deaths were reported, keeping the toll at 82, while relief camps continue to shelter thousands.
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Heavy rain in Kerala's Palakkad district led to an orange alert, closure of tourist spots, and opening of dam shutters. A house collapse injured no one, and traffic was disrupted due to fallen trees and waterlogging. Authorities opened control rooms and advised residents to stay alert.
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India's renewable power generation hit a record 20% share of the electricity mix in July, pushing coal's share to a one-year low. The growth was driven by solar and wind, though coal output still rose due to falling hydropower and high nighttime demand from El Nino-driven heat.
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Two tigers were found dead in the Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve within three days, sparking an investigation. Officials have registered a case under the Wildlife Protection Act and sent samples for forensic analysis, while Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM has ordered a thorough probe into the deaths.
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Heavy monsoon rain in Thrissur district led to flooding, traffic chaos, and multiple dam alerts on Saturday. Authorities issued a Red Alert and advised residents to stay vigilant as reservoirs filled and rivers rose.
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The IMD has issued a red alert for nine Kerala districts and an orange alert for five, predicting extreme rainfall. Chief Minister V.D. Satheeshan has directed officials to coordinate disaster response, with NDRF and police on standby. A landslip in Idukki has reportedly resulted in one death.
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Assam floods have washed away 800 metres of railway track in the Tinsukia division, disrupting train services across Sivasagar, Charaideo and Jorhat. Restoration work is underway but is expected to take three weeks, while the floods have also caused significant loss to local villages.
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The Rajasthan High Court has said that the Aravalli hills near Udaipur are on the verge of extinction due to unchecked construction, and that the 2018 Hill Policy appears to have been authored by private agencies. The court has sought details of the policy's authors and officials who granted construction permissions.
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The Supreme Court has directed that fresh public consultation must be completed before final environmental clearance for MAHAGENCO's coal mine in Chhattisgarh, but allowed mining to continue in the interim. The NGT will monitor the process and hear the matter on August 3.
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The Centre has approved a Rs 5,070 crore scheme to increase India's floating solar capacity from 700 MW to 5,000 MW, with storage. Maharashtra leads in potential with 16.3 GW, followed by Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka.
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Two tigers were found dead in the Nilgiris Forest Division since July 30, 2026. Preliminary investigations suggest natural causes, with necropsies conducted and samples sent for analysis. The incident highlights ongoing conservation efforts in this critical tiger habitat.
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The World Meteorological Organisation warns that El Niño will intensify in coming months, causing above-normal temperatures and erratic rainfall worldwide. The event, combined with a likely positive Indian Ocean Dipole, could amplify extreme weather risks including droughts, floods, and wildfires.
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Coimbatore Corporation, PSG & Sons’ Charities, and Siruthuli have signed an MoU to establish a Centre of Excellence for sustainable water and waste management. The centre will focus on wastewater treatment, water reuse, solid waste management, and ecological restoration, with research and field implementation.
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The Godavari crossed the first flood warning level of 43 feet at Bhadrachalam in Telangana on Friday, prompting authorities to issue a warning and activate a flood control room. The Sripada Yellampalli Project was releasing 1.08 lakh cusecs of water downstream, and riverside villages have been alerted.
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India's July rainfall was close to normal despite an El Niño forecast, but distribution remained uneven. Experts say climate change is making monsoon patterns harder to predict, with extreme rainfall events becoming more frequent.
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Paddy sowing in Tamil Nadu's Cauvery delta during the Kuruvai season has fallen by over one lakh acres due to water shortage. Thanjavur leads in coverage, while Cuddalore saw a rise. The Mettur dam water level remains low, raising concerns for the upcoming Samba-Thaladi season.
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An adult female tiger was found dead in the Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve in Andhra Pradesh. Forest officials discovered the carcass during routine patrolling and conducted a post-mortem. Further analysis is underway to determine the cause of death.
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Authorities have issued a flood alert along the Godavari and Sabari rivers in Polavaram district due to heavy rainfall in neighbouring states. Control rooms have been set up and tourists spots closed as a precaution.
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Andhra Pradesh will receive four female tigers from Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh to enhance genetic diversity in its tiger population. The announcement was made by Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan on International Tiger Day. The state is also increasing anti-poaching camps and using modern surveillance.
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The air quality panel has urged five states to deploy drones for monitoring stubble burning, citing benefits like real-time imaging and accurate fire detection. States are to focus on paddy areas and hotspot villages, with flights recommended between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m.
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The Yamuna river in Delhi is experiencing a gradual rise after water releases from the Hathnikund Barrage, but levels remain well below danger marks. The CWC forecasts a steady increase over the next two days, with no immediate flood threat.
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Six people were arrested in two separate operations in Ranipet and Tirupattur districts for illegal sand mining. Police seized a tipper lorry in one case and five bull carts in another, as part of ongoing efforts to enforce mining regulations.
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Pune's air quality has worsened over five years, with PM2.5 and NO₂ levels rising, according to the PMC's 2025-26 Environment Status Report. The report calls for stricter measures including cleaner fuels and dust monitoring.
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The IMD has issued an orange alert for Kannur, Wayanad and Kozhikode districts in Kerala due to intense monsoon rainfall on July 30, 2026. Yellow alerts cover most other districts, with warnings extending through the weekend.
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The UK government has declared a drought across 51.4% of England after record-low rainfall and extreme heat. This is the second consecutive summer of drought, impacting water supplies, agriculture, and increasing wildfire risk.
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Chitradurga City Municipal Council launches ComPASS project to convert urban wet waste into organic compost for farmers, aiming to reduce chemical fertiliser use and landfill burden. The two-year initiative will process 12,500 tonnes of waste with 150 volunteer farmers.
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Heavy rainfall in northern and eastern Telangana on July 29 led to flooding and road damage. Eturunagaram in Mulugu recorded 122.8 mm. Authorities issued advisories and set up control rooms.
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The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Delhi as more rain is predicted after heavy downpours caused waterlogging. Temperatures remain below normal, and the air quality is satisfactory. Residents are advised to stay cautious.
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Prime Minister Modi stated on Global Tiger Day that India is home to nearly 70% of the world's tiger population, reaffirming commitment to conservation efforts. The day raises awareness about protecting tigers and their habitats, with India's Project Tiger and other initiatives contributing to a rise in numbers from 1,411 in 2006 to 3,167 in 2022.
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The Centre has issued the seventh draft notification proposing 56,825 sq km as ecologically sensitive area across six states in the Western Ghats. The draft includes a phased notification option and excludes agriculture from restrictions, following decades of delays and state objections.
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The Union Environment Ministry has reissued its draft notification for a Western Ghats eco-sensitive zone for the seventh time, as states remain divided over its scope. The notification prohibits mining and certain industries but keeps the proposed area unchanged, highlighting a decade-long deadlock.
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Thousands of dead fish were found in stagnant pools of the Cauvery River near Amma Mandapam in Tiruchirapalli. Officials suspect low oxygen levels or effluent discharge, with water samples sent for analysis. Reduced flow from Mettur Dam due to poor storage has dried up many river stretches.
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The BMC's Improvements Committee has stalled a proposal to lease 15 acres of Mulund dumping ground to NMDPL for Dharavi redevelopment, citing environmental concerns. The committee sent the proposal back to the civic administration after technical objections were raised.
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Petitioners in the KBR National Park ESZ case clarify they did not complain to the CEC but sought information about tree felling. They note the CEC visit stemmed from an email they sent, and that they received no proper notice for the subsequent meeting.
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Witnesses of wildfires in France recount scenes of smoke, evacuations, and community support, as fires threaten homes across the country.
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Despite ongoing cleanup efforts, half of Delhi's daily waste ends up in landfills due to poor segregation. The MCD may pilot Indore's waste model to address the issue, while also tackling waterlogging and winter pollution.
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India has nearly 47 GW of battery storage and 23 GW of pumped storage projects in the pipeline, according to the power ministry. The country aims to require 47 GW battery and 27 GW pumped storage by 2031-32, with investments of ₹4.8 lakh crore needed.
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Nandyal District Collector Rajakumari Ganiya has urged farmers to shift to less water-intensive crops such as red gram and millets due to predicted below-normal rainfall from El Niño. Officials have been directed to conduct awareness campaigns and ensure crop insurance enrolment by July 31.
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Guntur Municipal Corporation will ban plastic carry bags under 120 microns and single-use plastic from August 15, 2026, based on central government rules. Violators face penalties up to ₹5,000. Residents are urged to switch to eco-friendly alternatives like paper, jute, or cloth bags.
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Over 300,000 people have been evacuated from their homes in France and Spain as wildfires, driven by a record heatwave, continue to spread. French authorities evacuated 250,000 from the southwest, while Spain reported nearly 60,000 evacuations and one fatality. The fires highlight the growing impact of climate change on wildfire seasons.
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A deep depression off the Odisha-West Bengal coast is set to bring extremely heavy rain to Odisha, West Bengal, and other eastern and central Indian states until July 30, according to the IMD. Odisha's Jagatsinghpur recorded 330 mm of rain on Sunday.
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The expert committee on Western Ghats eco-sensitive zones gets a one-year extension as the Centre and states remain deadlocked over the finalisation of protected areas. The sixth draft notification, covering 56,825.7 sq km across six states, lapsed without approval.
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The IMD warns of extremely heavy rainfall across eastern and central India as a depression over the Bay of Bengal intensifies, reviving the monsoon after a lull. The system is expected to cross the Odisha-West Bengal coast on Monday.
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The Central Pollution Control Board has flagged the presence of a banned chemical in CSIR-NEERI’s ‘green’ crackers, questioning their environmental safety. The fireworks were designed to reduce pollution by 50% but now face scrutiny. Experts call for a complete shift away from fireworks during festivals.
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A five-year-old tigress found critically injured in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve died during treatment. Preliminary assessment suggests injuries from territorial conflict with another tiger. Carcass sent for post-mortem.
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Human-wildlife conflict intensifies in Kannur as wild elephants, gaur, and a suspected leopard terrorize villages. Residents demand immediate protective measures after a series of incidents including crop damage, livestock kills, and narrow escapes.
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Three Great Indian Bustard chicks have been placed in a rewilding tunnel at the Godawan Conservation Centre in Rajasthan, marking a milestone in efforts to save the critically endangered bird. The chicks will undergo four months of supervised preparation before release into the Desert National Park.
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A newly installed perimeter fence around Kattery Dam in the Nilgiris is preventing wildlife from accessing water, escalating concerns over human-animal conflict. Residents and researchers warn the barrier forces animals onto roads and risks injury, while forest officials say they will seek remedies.
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The Tamil Nadu Forest Department arrested six individuals in Pudukottai district for allegedly smuggling elephant tusks. Two tusks, mobile phones, and a vehicle were seized. Investigations are ongoing to trace the source and another suspect.
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Prime Minister Modi has urged states to intensify water conservation efforts as India faces a 22% monsoon deficit. Over 15 states are affected, with agriculture and drinking water supplies under stress. The government is promoting rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge.
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