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While the country has successfully reduced emissions intensity, and increased non-fossil power capacity, challenges remain in translating these achievements into absolute emissions reductions. The next few years will be critical in addressing these gaps and ensuring a sustainable future

For the eighth consecutive year, New Delhi has been named the most polluted capital in the world, with hazardous PM2.5 levels exceeding the WHO's safe threshold by an alarming 16.4 times. Although there has been a slight uplift since 2024, factors such as seasonal smog, dust storms, and agricultural burning continue to shroud the Indo-Gangetic plain in poor air quality.

A Los Angeles jury is finding it difficult to agree on a verdict for one of the tech giants, Meta or YouTube, in a significant social media addiction lawsuit. The case centers on claims that these platforms harmed a young woman's mental health. A hung jury could force a costly retrial.

The US has presented a 15-point proposal to Iran via Pakistan, seeking an end to the Middle East conflict. This diplomatic initiative addresses Iran's nuclear and missile programs and maritime security, even as military actions persist. Pakistan is actively mediating, offering to host talks, while Iran's response remains uncertain amidst internal challenges.

Analysts are bullish on Fractal Analytics and Tata Power, citing strong growth prospects and positive developments. UBS maintains a buy on ITC, expecting it to beat expectations despite pricing strategy impacts. However, Nuvama and Kotak Institutional Equities express caution on Coal India and Power Grid Corp, respectively, due to potential headwinds and saturated valuations.

The Trump administration is paying $1 billion to TotalEnergies to abandon U.S. offshore wind leases, redirecting funds to domestic oil and gas projects. This move, criticized by North Carolina's governor, aligns with the administration's pro-fossil fuel agenda, despite the company's continued offshore wind work elsewhere. The deal aims to protect taxpayers from what the Interior Department calls 'ideological subsidies'.

With a major temple town in its midst and rapid urbanisation of its rural segments, the civic infrastructure in the constituency has been stretched to its limits in recent years

The Returning Officer for the Paravur constituency dismissed the complaint lodged by LDF candidate E.T. Taison, alleging that Mr. Satheesan had failed to disclose his income as a lawyer, despite adding the title of advocate to his name.

India’s drugs controller, in collaboration with State regulators, has initiated a series of targeted actions to curb possible malpractices across the pharmaceutical supply chain and prevent unauthorised sales and use

However, the number of candidates may come down further as the last date for withdrawing the nominations approaches.

Alandur lacks basic amenities such as piped drinking water supply and underground drainage in some areas; sources in the DMK contend that the government has improved civic infrastructure

VCK leader Thol. Thirumavalavan expresses dissatisfaction with the seat-sharing arrangement, declaring the party’s intent to run independently in three constituencies

DMDK allocated 10 seats in SPA; Makkal Needhi Maiam founder Kamal Haasan opted out of the poll fray but extended full support to the DMK-led SPA

The current proportional representation of States should not be disturbed under any circumstances, says Chief Minister; Statement comes in the wake of reports that 2011 Census may be used for women’s reservation in Parliament and Legislative Assemblies

We have the fastest-falling currency, says Congress MP, countering BJP’s ‘fastest-growing economy’ claim

Govt. likely to end Budget session early so that MPs can campaign in election-bound States