Page 5 - Latest Updates on Climate Change
CO2 levels hit record high in 2024, driving more extreme weather: UN agency
The World Meteorological Organisation said in its latest bulletin on greenhouse gases that C02 growth rates have now tripled since the 1960s
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India calls on COP30 to focus on lack of funds for developing nations
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav reaffirmed India's full support for making COP30 successful through collective and inclusive climate action
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India urges focus on adaptation of climate commitments at pre-COP30 meet
Union Environment Minister said the key to achieving tangible outcomes in Belm lies in translating global policy commitments into practical, locally grounded solutions
 "India urges focus on adaptation of climate commitments at pre-COP30 meet")
Climate-linked insurance scheme: Why govt is exploring it and what's ahead
As India is the most populated country in the world, any policy change will directly impact a large number of people
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How global climate efforts can survive and thrive under Trump's leadership
Trump's initiatives are likely to mean an additional 7 billion tonnes of emissions will be created compared to a scenario where the US met its Paris commitments
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Best of BS Opinion: Starmer visit shows room for growth in India-UK trade
Today's Opinion pieces look at the potential for growth in India-UK trade, the hurdles to the Gaza peace plan, India's geopolitical opportunity, and Trump's hidden call for global change
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Trump's rebranding of climate change is aimed more at global regime change
Trump's UN address targets global discontent, framing climate action as elite-driven, turning science into a political wedge for ideological gain
India inks critical mineral, climate change and defence deals with UK
Modi, Starmer seek to build on FTA signed on July 24
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Just 5% of climate cooperation initiatives met goals since Paris pact: CEEW
Between 2015 and 2025, more than 475 cooperative initiatives were launched, engaging over 40,000 entities from local governments and multilateral organisations to private investors and businesses
 "Just 5% of climate cooperation initiatives met goals since Paris pact: CEEW")
Govt considers introducing nationwide climate-linked insurance scheme
Should the discussions bear fruit, India - among the nations most prone to extreme weather events - could become one of the first major economies to roll out such a programme
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Food security inequities worsen due to conflicts, climate change: Lancet
Further, the world's food system, contributing to 30 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions is the main driver of challenges
 "Food security inequities worsen due to conflicts, climate change: Lancet")
Trading carbon: An efficient market can enable India's green transition
Other than meeting India's climate objectives, the domestic carbon market has profound implications for the country's export competitiveness
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China, largest carbon polluting nation, announces new goal to cut emissions
It came as more than 100 world leaders lined up Wednesday to talk of increased urgency and the need for stronger efforts to curb the spewing of heat-trapping gases
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'Ended 7 wars, never got call from UN': Highlights from Trump's UNGA speech
From a broken escalator and teleprompter mishap to jabs at India, China, and the UN, here are the top takeaways from US President Donald Trump's speech at UNGA
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Trump tells UN that climate change is 'greatest con job' globally
Scientists say climate change is real, mostly caused by humans, and getting worse. They point to rising temperatures, stronger storms, and melting ice as clear signs
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CPCB must boost capacity to balance growth, green norms: Bhupender Yadav
Yadav said environmental protection 'should not be treated like a panic button' but should become part of civic values and daily behaviour
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SDGs should take priority over climate targets, says CEA Nageswaran
India's Chief Economic Adviser Anantha Nageswaran has warned that India's climate goals must not undercut its economic aspirations
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Climate-driven health risks could cost global economy $1.5 trn by 2050: WEF
The study encourages companies to act now to protect workforce health, build operational resilience and safeguard productivity
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The Finance Commission is key to saving our cities from climate change
Its current horizontal devolution formula is insufficient to prepare cities to deal with floods and droughts caused by climate change
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Govt plans ₹5,000 cr scheme to promote decarbonisation: Steel secy
The scheme will cover all steel makers in the country, with 75-80 per cent of the fund earmarked for secondary players
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