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Botanists decode secret life of rare plants to ensure reintroduction success

Botanists are uncovering methods to reintroduce rare plants to prevent extinction. This work is crucial as nearly half of flowering plants face threats.

Two weather systems likely to trigger heavy rain over south T.N.

Two weather systems are set to bring heavy rain to south Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, on November 29 and 30. This could mark a significant phase in the Northeast monsoon.

SBI Ventures plans to launch Rs 2,000 crore climate-focussed fund in Jan-March

SBI Ventures plans to launch a Rs 2,000 crore fund in early 2026 to invest in climate startups. This initiative aims to address India's financing gap in climate goals.

Ladakh violence: Supreme Court allows Wangchuk to join plea against NSA detention

The Supreme Court permitted Sonam Wangchuk to join his wife's challenge against his detention under the National Security Act. This case highlights concerns over state actions against activists.

COP30: UN climate talks fail to secure new fossil fuel promises

The UN climate summit COP30 ended without new fossil fuel promises, disappointing many nations. Oil-producing countries resisted calls for faster fossil fuel phase-out.

Fire disrupts COP30 climate summit in Brazil
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A fire at the COP30 climate talks in Belem, Brazil, forced an evacuation of the venue. The incident was contained, but it raised concerns about delays in negotiations.

Cop30 climate summit in Brazil disrupted after fire breaks out in venue

A fire at the Cop30 climate summit venue in Brazil led to an evacuation, causing significant disruption to negotiations. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

COP30 evacuated as fire erupts during UN climate talks in Brazil

A fire broke out at the COP30 climate conference in Belem, Brazil, leading to the evacuation of delegates. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported.

COP30 evacuated after fire breaks out
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The COP30 climate talks in Belém, Brazil, were evacuated after a fire broke out at the venue. The fire is under control, and no injuries have been reported.

Game of tiny thrones: Parasitic ants grab power by turning workers against their queen

Some parasitic ant queens have evolved to infiltrate other colonies and induce worker ants to kill their own queen. This behavior highlights a unique form of manipulation in the animal kingdom.

‘Our future is being burnt down’: youth activists call for fossil phaseout at Cop30 – as it happened

Thousands of youth activists called for a rapid phase-out of fossil fuels at Cop30, emphasizing the urgency of climate action. Their global statement reflects a growing demand for climate justice.

IIT Madras-Indian Railways jointly launch Omics Translational Research Lab

IIT Madras and Indian Railways have launched India's first Single Cell Omics Translational Research Laboratory to enhance disease research. This initiative aims to improve early diagnosis and drug screening.