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Tuesday, October 14, 2025
TopicFossil fuel

Topic: Fossil fuel

Peru researchers unveil 10-million-year-old dolphin-like fossil found in desert

The remains were discovered in July in Peru’s Ocucaje Desert, south of Lima, an area once part of the Pacific Ocean. A paleontologist called the ancient site a 'great hotel.'

UN urges Australia, Turkey to end COP31 host dispute, calls delay ‘unhelpful’

The annual UN climate talks rotate among 5 regional groups. COP31’s host needs unanimous backing from the 28-member WEOG, with a June deadline set by the UN.

Environment Policy Group appeals to J&K govt to protect 252-million-year-old fossil park in Khonmoh

The EPG, in a statement issued on Saturday, expressed concern over the establishment of a large illegal garbage dumping yard near the fossil park.

India just saw 2nd hottest June-August period since 1970, 426 million exposed to week of risky heat

Extended periods of dangerously high temperatures, exceeding 39°C, were recorded in Delhi & Kanpur, according to Climate Central. Climate change behind this extreme phenomenon.

India now 3rd-largest solar power generator, 17 times higher capacity than in 2015, says Ember report

Global Electricity Review 2024, published in energy think tank Ember's annual report, says that for 1st time in world, renewable energy is accounting for 30% of total energy generation.

200 countries adopt ‘historic’ COP28 deal calling for transition away from fossil fuels for 1st time

Though the 2-week climate summit ended with adoption of 'Global Stocktake' text, some say actual resolution is 'marred by loopholes', giving fossil fuel industry 'numerous escape routes'.

World govts set to overshoot fossil fuel limit by 110% in 2030, India among top producers — UNEP report

Production Gap Report 2023 tracks 'misalignment' between planned fossil fuel production & carbon emissions cap required to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial limits.

US lawmakers ask climate envoy Kerry to urge UAE to replace oil boss as COP28 president

The lawmakers said the appointment jeopardizes the climate talks, which they say are already negatively influenced by the presence of fossil fuel lobbyists.

Stop subsidising power for some while overcharging others: Montek Ahluwalia at climate seminar

The economist also spoke of need for a carbon tax at seminar organised by Centre for Social and Economic Progress. BJP ex-general secretary Ram Madhav was in attendance.

Why late-comer India has an advantage in embracing the Green economic transition

Next-door Pakistan amply shows why change is must. Floods have drowned the neighbouring country and its economy, with damage magnified by 50 per cent because of climate change.

On Camera

Resetting Afghanistan ties is geopolitical need. Gandhis are showing their diplomatic ignorance

With two hostile neighbours in the immediate vicinity and one in the greater region, it is imperative that New Delhi forge alliances that can offer some stability.

Niti Aayog recommends fully decriminalising 12 offences under new I-T Act to ‘foster more trust’

Recommendations appear in Niti Aayog’s Tax Policy Working Paper Series–II. It says there is a need to shift away from fear-based enforcement to trust-based governance.

India, UK sign £350 mn deal for Martlet. What are these Lightweight Multirole Missiles

In service with the British military since 2019, it is also known as the Martlet missile. Ukrainians have also deployed these missiles against Russian troops.

CJI, IPS, IAS & Homebound: A wake-up call 75 years in the making

Education, reservations, govt jobs are meant to bring equality and dignity. That we are a long way from that is evident in the shoe thrown at the CJI and the suicide of Haryana IPS officer. The film Homebound has a lesson too.