Month: June 2025

Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has introduced automated air quality samplers powered by AI algorithms that can identify pollution sources in real time. These samplers, equipped with sensor arrays and machine learning models, analyze PM2.5 and PM10 particles to determine whether pollution is vehicular, construction-related, or from crop b…

A team of researchers from the Ladakh Science and Technology Council, along with scientists from IISER Mohali, have discovered dormant microbial life deep within glacial caves of the Zanskar range. The organisms, dated to be over 5,000 years old, show extraordinary cold adaptation and protein stability. These microbes have potential applications i…

To combat heat islands and improve urban biodiversity, Maharashtra has launched a city-wide rooftop garden initiative called Hari Chhat (Green Roof). Residents of Mumbai, Pune, and Nagpur are being encouraged to convert rooftops into vegetable gardens, with 50% subsidies on soil, planters, and compost kits. The municipal corporations will offer on…

Karnataka Forest Department has introduced a real-time Digital Forest Boundary Monitoring System using drone footage and satellite imagery to protect forest areas from encroachment. The system digitally overlays official forest maps with live aerial visuals and alerts local officials when boundary breaches or tree clearances are detected. Initial …

Odisha has established India’s first Marine Technology Incubator (MTI) near Bhubaneswar Tech Park. MTI hosts startups working on ocean sensors, carbon capture, desalination tech, and deep-sea robotics. Facilities include dry lab bays, CNC fabrication, and wet bays for marine prototypes. The state supports incubatees with grants of ₹50 lakh per…

Kerala’s Tourism Board in partnership with NGOs has constructed a floating wetland park in the backwaters of Alappuzha. Built on bamboo platforms, the park features native wetland vegetation, fish nurseries, and boardwalks for eco-tourism. Water quality and biodiversity have improved since project inception. School groups visit for environmental…

Chennai Corporation has launched a drone-based multispectral tree census program across the city’s green zones, street canopy, and urban wetlands. The drones capture tree count, canopy cover, species type, and health metrics like chlorophyll levels. The data populates a public tree map and aids in heat island and urban planning efforts. 100% of …

Bengaluru’s Water Supply and Sewerage Board has adopted a decentralized wastewater treatment policy requiring all new apartment complexes (200+ units) to install on-site treatment plants (STPs) with ≥90% reclamation. Reclaimed water is used for landscaping and flushing. In the first year, six complexes have been certified, saving 150 ML of fre…

The Delhi Metro has begun a ‘Green Corridor’ pilot between Janakpuri West and RK Ashram stations. Solar panels installed on roofs and soundproofing acrylic tunnels generate energy used to power escalators, lights, and station HVAC systems. Energy-sharing smart inverters supply surplus energy back to the Delhi Metro grid. The pilot has reduced …

Central Railways has begun retrofitting suburban electric trains with AI-based anti-theft and surveillance cameras. The system can detect suspicious behavior like luggage left unattended or possible snatching incidents. Alerts are sent to onboard staff and Thane’s Railway Police Control. A pilot on 4 rakes in Mumbai’s fast trains recorded a 60…