Gujarat, an Indian coastal state, reels from unseasonal rains and hailstorms, resulting in multiple casualties, injuries, and widespread damage.
The severe weather, caused by a cyclonic circulation, has also led to significant agricultural losses and industry disruptions.
Intense rainfall flooded roads in Jurong West area on Tuesday.
PUB noted 104.1mm of rain between 3:05 pm and 4:20 pm, almost half of November’s average monthly rainfall in Singapore.
Conservation Triumph: Sumatran Rhino Sanctuary Welcomes Rare Birth. In a groundbreaking moment, Delilah, a Sumatran rhino, gives birth at Way Kambas National Park, signaling hope for the critically endangered species.
Minister Desmond Lee on Tuesday unveils ‘Long Island,’ a plan to merge coastal defence with reclamation along Singapore’s East Coast.
Projected to double Marina Bay’s size, the initiative will undergo extensive five-year technical studies to evaluate its feasibility
Hong Kong to ban disposable plastic cutlery in 28,000 eateries on Earth Day 2024. Greenpeace emphasizes replacing disposables with reusables for a genuine shift to sustainability.
A rare Sumatran rhino was born in Indonesia’s Way Kambas National Park, marking the second birth in 2023 for the critically endangered species with fewer than 80 remaining worldwide. The event is significant for conservation efforts amid severe threats like poaching and climate change. Indonesia is actively working to protect both Sumatran and Javan rhino populations.
Malaysian netizens voice disappointment as a video exposing irresponsible littering by Coldplay concert attendees in Kuala Lumpur goes viral. The incident contradicts Coldplay’s eco-friendly image, sparking online criticism and raising questions about environmental awareness among concertgoers.
Indonesia launches a US$20 billion plan for a renewable energy transition, targeting net-zero emissions by 2050 and a 44% share of renewables by 2030. Jakarta expresses concerns about financing and aims to transition from coal while entering the electric vehicle market.
Delegates from fossil fuel industries attended UN climate talks 7,200 times in 20 years, with major oil companies like ExxonMobil and Chevron securing 267 accreditations. Concerns arise over their influence at COP28 in Dubai. Lobbyists from top polluters attended 6,581 times, sparking worries about underreporting.
China’s carbon emissions predicted to drop in 2024 as renewable energy outpaces demand. Growing solar, wind, hydro, and nuclear power exceeds fossil fuel generation. However, challenges may arise from expanding coal power, causing conflicts between traditional and emerging interests.