<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Nature - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/rss/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Nature news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening!]]></description><language>en-in</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:30:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Conservationists filled a 1.2km river channel, new Somerset wetland now attracts rare wildlife]]></title><description><![CDATA[A river restoration project in Somerset, UK, has shown major benefits within a year of completion. By reconnecting the River Aller with its floodplain, researchers found reduced flood peaks, cleaner water, higher groundwater levels and a sharp rise in wetland habitat. The restored landscape has also attracted more wildlife, including fish, birds and water voles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/conservationists-filled-a-12km-river-channel-new-somerset-wetland-now-attracts-rare-wildlife/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/conservationists-filled-a-12km-river-channel-new-somerset-wetland-now-attracts-rare-wildlife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain invokes first wildfire emergency as fires rage across Europe; over 10,000 evacuated]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain declared a national emergency due to widespread wildfires. France requested European Union assistance for a major blaze near Bordeaux. Tens of thousands were evacuated from affected tourist and residential areas. This crisis highlights the intensifying impact of climate change on southern Europe. The region is experiencing record-breaking heat and drought conditions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/spain-invokes-first-wildfire-emergency-as-fires-rage-across-europe-over-10000-evacuated/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/spain-invokes-first-wildfire-emergency-as-fires-rage-across-europe-over-10000-evacuated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France's deadly June heatwave caused nearly 5,800 excess deaths, highest toll since 2003]]></title><description><![CDATA[France recorded over five thousand excess deaths during a recent heatwave.This extreme weather event caused the highest death toll since two thousand three.Elderly individuals accounted for two-thirds of the total fatalities recorded.Hospitals faced significant pressure from a surge in heat-related illnesses.Scientists link these intense heatwaves to human-induced climate change.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/frances-deadly-june-heatwave-caused-nearly-5800-excess-deaths-highest-toll-since-2003/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/frances-deadly-june-heatwave-caused-nearly-5800-excess-deaths-highest-toll-since-2003/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Europe death toll tops 10,000 during late-June heatwave; scientists blame human-caused climate change]]></title><description><![CDATA[Europe recorded over ten thousand excess deaths during a late June heatwave.Older populations, aged sixty-five and above, were most severely impacted by the extreme heat.Scientists link this heatwave's intensity and frequency to human-caused climate change.France and Belgium reported very high excess mortality during the final week of June.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/europe-death-toll-tops-10000-during-late-june-heatwave-scientists-blame-human-caused-climate-change/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/europe-death-toll-tops-10000-during-late-june-heatwave-scientists-blame-human-caused-climate-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delhi Records Rare Clean Air: monsoon pushes AQI to 48; experts warn it’s only temporary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Delhi's air quality reached the 'good' category for the first time in nearly three years. Continuous monsoon rains washed pollutants away, lowering the Air Quality Index significantly. This event highlights how quickly weather can cleanse the city's atmosphere. However, maintaining this improvement remains a significant environmental challenge for Delhi. Experts emphasize that year-round emission reduction policies are crucial for sustained clean air.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/delhi-records-rare-clean-air-monsoon-pushes-aqi-to-48-experts-warn-its-only-temporary/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/delhi-records-rare-clean-air-monsoon-pushes-aqi-to-48-experts-warn-its-only-temporary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monsoon covers entire India, overall rain deficit reduced to 14%]]></title><description><![CDATA[The entire nation of India is now experiencing monsoon conditions, which has helped in mitigating the previous rainfall deficit. Unfortunately, ten states are still grappling with considerable shortages of rain, hampering kharif crop sowing operations. This year, kharif crop acreage is down by twenty-one percent when compared to last year. Moreover, some areas may soon face another reduction in rainfall activity as predictions indicate limited respite ahead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/monsoon-covers-entire-india-overall-rain-deficit-reduced-to-14/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/monsoon-covers-entire-india-overall-rain-deficit-reduced-to-14/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wayanad landslide: Death toll rises to 3, opposition alleges 'negligence' - top developments]]></title><description><![CDATA[A devastating landslide near the Wayanad tunnel construction site has claimed lives and injured several people. Rescue operations are ongoing for those still missing after the mudslide near Meenakshi Bridge. Videos captured the terrifying moments as mud and debris rushed downhill, engulfing vehicles. The state government alleges contractors ignored repeated safety warnings regarding excavated soil. Opposition leaders are calling for a thorough investigation into potential criminal negligence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/wayanad-landslide-death-toll-rises-to-3-opposition-alleges-negligence-top-developments/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/wayanad-landslide-death-toll-rises-to-3-opposition-alleges-negligence-top-developments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swiss glaciers shrink as climate crisis fuels extreme heat across Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Switzerland's glaciers are facing unprecedented melting, with "glacier loss day" arriving exceptionally early this year due to a prolonged European heatwave, warm May, and insufficient winter snowfall. Experts warn that this rapid ice loss, exacerbated by persistent high temperatures, mirrors the dire conditions of 2022 and threatens to leave only remnants of glaciers by 2100, impacting vital European river systems.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/swiss-glaciers-shrink-as-climate-crisis-fuels-extreme-heat-across-europe/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/swiss-glaciers-shrink-as-climate-crisis-fuels-extreme-heat-across-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat dome over Europe brings travel chaos, health alerts and wildlife stress]]></title><description><![CDATA[Europe is grappling with a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring towards 40&deg;C, triggering health alerts and transport chaos. Italy has issued red alerts for eight cities, while France faces significant rail disruptions. Wildlife is also under immense pressure. Experts link these extreme conditions to climate change, with concerns growing over prolonged heat and its impact on public safety and infrastructure across the continent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/heat-dome-over-europe-brings-travel-chaos-health-alerts-and-wildlife-stress/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/heat-dome-over-europe-brings-travel-chaos-health-alerts-and-wildlife-stress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SOP released to conserve sea turtles across 36 islands of Lakshadweep]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new Standard Operating Procedure has been launched for sea turtle conservation in Lakshadweep, offering a unified framework for management and monitoring. This initiative aims to protect all four major sea turtle species, which are legally protected. The SOP addresses nesting site security, migration tracking, and rescue protocols, building on the success of a decade-long ban on poaching that has boosted green turtle populations in the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/sop-released-to-conserve-sea-turtles-across-36-islands-of-lakshadweep/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/sop-released-to-conserve-sea-turtles-across-36-islands-of-lakshadweep/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tropical storm remnants drench Gulf states after tornadoes hit the Midwest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tropical Storm Arthur unleashed torrential rains and powerful winds across the southeastern US, triggering widespread flooding and water rescues, particularly in Louisiana and Mississippi. A fatality was reported during storm cleanup in Mississippi, and evacuations were ordered near a dam. Meanwhile, severe storms and tornadoes battered the Midwest, causing significant damage and power outages, leaving residents in disbelief.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/tropical-storm-remnants-drench-gulf-states-after-tornadoes-hit-the-midwest/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/tropical-storm-remnants-drench-gulf-states-after-tornadoes-hit-the-midwest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delhi records 38.5°C, below seasonal average; IMD predicts rain, gusty winds on Monday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 38.5 degrees Celsius on Sunday, slightly below the seasonal average. The India Meteorological Department forecasts light rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds for Monday afternoon and evening. Temperatures are expected to hover around 39 degrees Celsius for the maximum and 26 degrees Celsius for the minimum.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/delhi-records-385c-below-seasonal-average-imd-predicts-rain-gusty-winds-on-monday/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/delhi-records-385c-below-seasonal-average-imd-predicts-rain-gusty-winds-on-monday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[El Nino is here &amp;amp; scientists fear it'll be big, bad and costly with heat, floods, droughts, fires]]></title><description><![CDATA[A historic El Nino has formed, poised to intensify global warming and supercharge extreme weather. Meteorologists warn this natural warming cycle, amplified by fossil fuel pollution, could rival or exceed the 1997 record. Impacts vary globally, with some regions facing floods and others drought, while the US agriculture sector might see benefits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/el-nino-is-here-ampamp-scientists-fear-itll-be-big-bad-and-costly-with-heat-floods-droughts-fires/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/el-nino-is-here-ampamp-scientists-fear-itll-be-big-bad-and-costly-with-heat-floods-droughts-fires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brazil reports drop in Amazon deforestation rates, pushing back on US tariff accusations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil has reported a significant decrease in Amazon deforestation, with May's rate dropping 61.4% compared to last year. Environment Minister Jo&atilde;o Paulo Capobianco stated this is the lowest May figure ever recorded, aiming for zero deforestation by 2030. These figures challenge recent U.S. tariff justifications, with President Lula asserting the administration's commitment to environmental protection.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/brazil-reports-drop-in-amazon-deforestation-rates-pushing-back-on-us-tariff-accusations/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/brazil-reports-drop-in-amazon-deforestation-rates-pushing-back-on-us-tariff-accusations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another storm, another trail of fallen trees across Delhi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many uprooted due to poor management, say experts, call for steps beyond plantation]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/another-storm-another-trail-of-fallen-trees-across-delhi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/another-storm-another-trail-of-fallen-trees-across-delhi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yamuna clean-up mandate: Amit Shah orders 20-day review cycle, 59 new STPs to be installed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Union Home Minister Amit Shah has set a strict 20-day review cycle for the Yamuna river's rejuvenation, demanding seamless coordination among Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. The plan includes installing 59 new sewage treatment plants by 2027 and tackling dairy waste through an MoU with NDDB. Desilting operations are nearing completion, with extracted silt to be reused.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/yamuna-clean-up-mandate-amit-shah-orders-20-day-review-cycle-59-new-stps-to-be-installed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/yamuna-clean-up-mandate-amit-shah-orders-20-day-review-cycle-59-new-stps-to-be-installed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albania’s luxury coastal plan linked to Trump sparks storm - why are people protesting?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of Albanians are protesting a major coastal development project linked to Jared Kushner, fearing the handover of untouched coastline to powerful investors. The scheme, planned for a wildlife reserve and a former military island, has drawn criticism from environmental groups and an anti-corruption investigation. Prime Minister Edi Rama defends the project as crucial for tourism and EU aspirations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/albanias-luxury-coastal-plan-linked-to-trump-sparks-storm-why-are-people-protesting/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/albanias-luxury-coastal-plan-linked-to-trump-sparks-storm-why-are-people-protesting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forest dept to begin week-long World Environment Day progs with cleanliness drive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jharkhand's forest department is launching World Environment Day with a series of events starting Tuesday. Activities include a cleanliness drive and bird watching at Biodiversity Park and Horap forest, followed by a cyclothon, walkathon, and painting competition on Wednesday and Thursday. The department also aims to plant 1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/forest-dept-to-begin-week-long-world-environment-day-progs-with-cleanliness-drive/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/forest-dept-to-begin-week-long-world-environment-day-progs-with-cleanliness-drive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Yamuna is now brownish narrow stream]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an alarming display of environmental decline, the Yamuna has retreated to a thin stream, allowing locals to stroll across its once-swelling banks. This yearly event, worsened by minimal water allocations from Haryana and extreme heat evaporation, has left the river ecologically bereft.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/why-yamuna-is-now-brownish-narrow-stream/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 19:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/why-yamuna-is-now-brownish-narrow-stream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seabird habitats shrink as ocean heats up: Study]]></title><description><![CDATA[Climate change could push seabirds into smaller habitats and force them to fly farther to survive, a new study said Tuesday. "Every time, when the climate changed faster... the range of distribution (of seabirds) started to decrease, to contract, to be smaller," Jorge Avaria-Llautureo, lead author of the study in the journal Nature Climate Change, told AFP. Driven by planet-heating fossil fuel emissions, climate change is raising global temperatures and disrupting marine ecosystems as oceans get]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/seabird-habitats-shrink-as-ocean-heats-up-study/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-nature-news/seabird-habitats-shrink-as-ocean-heats-up-study/</guid></item></channel></rss>