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The NASA-ISRO Radar Satellite Mission, known as NISAR, is scheduled for launch in early 2024 and is a collaborative effort between NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). NISAR is equipped with advanced radar systems that will scan nearly all of Earth's land and ice surfaces twice every 12 days, providing valuable data on ecosystems, particularly forests and wetlands, crucial in regulating greenhouse gases and understanding their impact on global climate change.

The world stands on the precipice of several environmental "tipping points" that could have irreversible consequences for vital resources and ecosystems

The world's hydrological cycle is increasingly disrupted due to the impacts of climate change and human activities, according to a comprehensive report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). The report highlights the urgent need for a stocktake of global water resources as droughts and extreme rainfall events take a toll on lives and economies.

In a historic moment for Indian whisky, the Indri Diwali Collector's Edition has been honoured with the prestigious "Best in Show, Double Gold" trophy at the 2023 Whiskies of the World Awards. This remarkable achievement marks a significant milestone in the global recognition of Indian whiskies, as the Indri Diwali Collector's Edition outshone renowned international brands, including Scotch, bourbon, Canadian, Australian, and British single malts.

Parts of the New York City metropolitan area are sinking and rising at different rates due to several factors ranging from land-use practices to long-lost glaciers, scientists from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Rutgers University found.

In a significant revelation, researchers have found that the grounding line of the southern Ronne Ice Shelf in Antarctica can move up to 15 km (six miles) with changing tides.

Risky measures, such as dimming the Sun, may not be sufficient to save Antarctica. The only remaining solution is one we have...

Rapid glacial retreat due to ice melt is anticipated to result in the formation of three glacial lakesin Ladakh, posing potential risks of glacial lake outbursts and exacerbating water scarcity in the region. A recent study conducted by scientists from the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology reveals alarming findings about the Parkachik Glacier in Ladakh.

The World Meteorological Office (WMO) has released a report stating that Asia is experiencing higher-than-average warming and increasing climate change impacts. Floods, storms, droughts, and severe dust storms have caused significant loss of life, damage, and economic losses in the region. The report emphasizes the urgent need for transformative adaptation and strengthening food system resilience to combat these challenges.

The Earth tilted nearly 80 centimetres (31.5 inches) east between 1993 and 2010 alone because of depletion of ground water, said a...