Delhi just shattered its own record with over 8.16 lakh new vehicle sales in 2025—but there’s a dangerous catch. The overwhelming majority were petrol-guzzling private cars, a trend that experts warn is a direct threat to the city’s already toxic air.
On the first morning of 2026, Mumbai was drenched by a surprise downpour, leaving residents stunned and wondering if this ‘pleasant’ anomaly is a sign of a much larger climate crisis.
For eight years running, Indore has worn the ‘Cleanest City in India’ crown like a badge of honor. But that gleaming reputation now lies in tatters after a deadly outbreak of waterborne illness in Bhagirathpura, where contaminated tap water has claimed at least seven lives and sickened over 1,100 people. This isn’t just a public health emergency; it’s a scathing indictment of a system that prioritized aesthetics over essential civic safety.
In a shocking twist, Indore—India’s five-time ‘Cleanest City’—is reeling from a deadly water contamination crisis. Seven are dead, over 160 hospitalized. Here’s what went wrong and how to protect your family.
While the world celebrated a fresh start, Delhi residents inhaled a toxic welcome to 2026. With AQI at 372 and Anand Vihar as the worst-hit zone, is this the new normal?
It sounds paradoxical—but Saudi Arabia and the UAE are importing sand from Australia to build their futuristic cities. The reason? Desert sand is too smooth for concrete, triggering a hidden global crisis.