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From ‘water terrorist’ to water laureate: Iran’s ‘eco-warrior’ in exile Kaveh Madani wins 2026 Stockholm Water Prize
Water

From ‘water terrorist’ to water laureate: Iran’s ‘eco-warrior’ in exile Kaveh Madani wins 2026 Stockholm Water Prize

Nandita Banerji
3 min read
Youngest recipient and first UN official honoured for linking water science with policy, diplomacy and public outreach
As told to Parliament (March 18, 2026): Surya Ghar Yojana benefitting 32,02,697 households, says Centre
Governance

As told to Parliament (March 18, 2026): Surya Ghar Yojana benefitting 32,02,697 households, says Centre

DTE Staff
3 min read
All that was discussed in the House through the day
India submits its first national report on Nagoya Protocol but questions remain over benefits reaching communities
Wildlife & Biodiversity

India’s first report on Nagoya Protocol highlights progress in ensuring access & benefit sharing

Shimali Chauhan
4 min read
Questions remain over benefits reaching communities as successful examples are limited
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From ‘water terrorist’ to water laureate: Iran’s ‘eco-warrior’ in exile Kaveh Madani wins 2026 Stockholm Water Prize
Water
From ‘water terrorist’ to water laureate: Iran’s ‘eco-warrior’ in exile Kaveh Madani wins 2026 Stockholm Water Prize
By
Nandita Banerji
3 min read
As told to Parliament (March 18, 2026): Surya Ghar Yojana benefitting 32,02,697 households, says Centre
Governance
As told to Parliament (March 18, 2026): Surya Ghar Yojana benefitting 32,02,697 households, says Centre
By
DTE Staff
3 min read
India submits its first national report on Nagoya Protocol but questions remain over benefits reaching communities
Wildlife & Biodiversity
India’s first report on Nagoya Protocol highlights progress in ensuring access & benefit sharing
By
Shimali Chauhan
4 min read
Globally one in every six people felt climate change-driven heat impacts in last three months, Srinagar most affected in India
Climate Change
Globally one in every six people felt climate change-driven heat impacts in last three months, Srinagar most affected in India
By
Jayanta Basu
4 min read
Coal-fired power is emerging as a key short-term buffer.
Energy
West Asia conflict sends energy jitters across Asia, revives nuclear ambitions in Japan, South Korea
By
Puja Das
4 min read
US tariffs slash India’s solar exports by 35%: Climate Risk Horizons report
Energy
US tariffs slash India’s solar exports by 35%: Report
By
Puja Das
3 min read
As told to Parliament (March 17, 2026): Over 30,000 farmers affected in Maharashtra due to extreme weather in January
Governance
As told to Parliament (March 17, 2026): Over 30,000 farmers affected in Maharashtra due to extreme weather in January
By
DTE Staff
3 min read
For decades, Maasai communities have lived alongside wildlife in Ngorongoro, practising pastoralism that some researchers say supports biodiversity.
Africa
Maasai displacement fears grow as Tanzania moves to reshape Ngorongoro
By
Kizito Makoye
5 min read
Theog town in Himachal Pradesh, once known for February–March snowfall, now remains dry.
Climate Change
Death of winter: Himachal no longer shivering as weather patterns shift
By
Rohit Prashar
3 min read
Bhanjeera crispy rolls with Amla dip
Food
My Food Story: Recipes carry stories, connections, and sometimes even quiet healing
By
Sarika Ahuja
2 min read
Stuffed brinjal with coriander and green chilli paste.
Food
My Food Story: Some recipes quietly remind us of where we come from
By
Srinivasa Rao Jayanthy
2 min read
Decline in Japanese chum salmon linked to climate change: Study
Wildlife & Biodiversity
Decline in Japanese chum salmon linked to climate change: Study
By
DTE Staff
2 min read
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