January 16, 2026

Kerala Tourist Drowns, Another Missing in Frozen Sela Lake in Arunachal Pradesh

A 26-year-old tourist drowned and another went missing after ice cracked on frozen Sela Lake in Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang district. Rescue efforts continue.

January 16, 2026

Government Boosts Lake Conservation With 200% to 400% TDR Incentives for Landowners

The state government has increased TDR benefits from 200% up to 400% for plot owners near lakes, rivers, and stormwater drains to better protect water bodies. New rules allow exchanging these rights for extra floors or setback relaxations in buildings. The move aims to attract more landowners to cooperate in conservation efforts.

January 16, 2026

ED Seizes ₹2.5 Crore Cash in Odisha Illegal Mining Bust in Ganjam District

The Enforcement Directorate seized ₹2.5 crore cash from suspects involved in illegal sand and stone mining in Ganjam, Odisha. The raids targeted brokers and mafias using muscle power to exploit local resources.

January 16, 2026

Kerala Launches ₹2,365 Crore Aid for Climate-Resilient Cardamom Replanting

Kerala government unveils a ₹2,365 crore scheme under KERA to help 7,000 cardamom farmers plant climate-resilient crops and earn more. The World Bank funds 70% of the plan.

January 16, 2026

Underwater Brine Pools in Red Sea: Deadly Yet Life-Supporting Ocean Lakes

Deep underwater lakes called brine pools are deadly for most sea animals but are home to unique microbes. Found mainly in the Red Sea, these pools also preserve ancient environmental records.