Read more about the article Indigenous Cultural Practices Are a Climate Solution, New Report Finds
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Indigenous Cultural Practices Are a Climate Solution, New Report Finds

Research shows indigenous knowledge and land stewardship strengthen biodiversity, carbon storage and climate resilience.  FOLLOW THIS TOPIC As climate change accelerates worldwide, Indigenous lands are increasingly recognized as some of…

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Read more about the article Asia’s Growing Reliance on Air Conditioning Could Undermine Climate Adaptation, MSCI Institute Warns
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Asia’s Growing Reliance on Air Conditioning Could Undermine Climate Adaptation, MSCI Institute Warns

New report says rising cooling demand across Asia may increase emissions if electricity grids remain dependent on fossil fuels. FOLLOW THIS TOPIC As Asia braces for more extreme weather in…

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Read more about the article Climate Health Risks Drive Stronger Public Support for Government Action, Global Study Finds
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Climate Health Risks Drive Stronger Public Support for Government Action, Global Study Finds

New International Research shows health messaging doubles support for climate policies; The research, based on a survey of around 30,000 respondents across Brazil, India, Japan and South Africa in late…

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Read more about the article Childhood Obesity Surges Across Developing Nations as Rates Stabilise in Wealthier Countries, Global Study Finds
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Childhood Obesity Surges Across Developing Nations as Rates Stabilise in Wealthier Countries, Global Study Finds

Scientists found that obesity among school-aged children and adolescents increased in nearly every country over the past four decades. But while some high-income countries are beginning to slow the pace…

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Read more about the article Extreme Heat Becoming a ‘Regular Reality’ in India and Pakistan, Scientists Warn
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Extreme Heat Becoming a ‘Regular Reality’ in India and Pakistan, Scientists Warn

The study highlights mounting pressure on governments, cities and public health systems across South Asia to adapt to increasingly dangerous heat conditions. FOLLOW THIS TOPIC Extreme heat is no longer…

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Read more about the article City Nature Challenge 2026 Kicks Off Amid Heatwave, as Urban Biodiversity Mapping Gains Momentum
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City Nature Challenge 2026 Kicks Off Amid Heatwave, as Urban Biodiversity Mapping Gains Momentum

Despite the global enthusiasm surrounding the challenge, high temperatures have tempered participation in several locations during the opening day. According to organisers and field observers, activity remained modest on April…

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Read more about the article Maharashtra Heatwave Policy 2026: Mandatory 12–4 PM Break Introduced to Protect Outdoor Workers
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Maharashtra Heatwave Policy 2026: Mandatory 12–4 PM Break Introduced to Protect Outdoor Workers

Outdoor workers will be required to shift their working hours to cooler parts of the day — typically from 6am to 11am and 4pm to 8pm — with a strict…

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Read more about the article Dengue Cases in Assam Surge During Monsoon, Study Finds Higher Risk Among Urban Populations
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Dengue Cases in Assam Surge During Monsoon, Study Finds Higher Risk Among Urban Populations

The study identifies a strong seasonal pattern in dengue transmission, with infections rising sharply during the monsoon and post-monsoon months from September to December. FOLLOW THIS TOPIC A new study…

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Read more about the article Extreme Heat in Pakistan Linked to Rising Low Birth Weight Risk, Study Finds
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Extreme Heat in Pakistan Linked to Rising Low Birth Weight Risk, Study Finds

The study, published in BMC Medicine, analyzed health data from more than 85,000 mothers and babies across Pakistan, combining ten years of birth records (2008–2017) with monthly temperature exposure. FOLLOW…

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