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World News
Australia: Bushfires Ravage Victoria, Homes Lost as Crews Battle Blaze
Melbourne, Australia: Homes have been destroyed in Victoria, Australia, as bushfires fueled by heat and strong winds tear through the state’s western region. Premier Jacinta Allan confirmed property losses and urged residents to remain vigilant as firefighters battle the blaze. Key Points: Bushfires fueled by heat and wind cause property damage in Victoria. Premier Allan confirms homes lost, warns residents to…
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Construction
From 6% to 15%: India Ambitious Natural Gas Expansion Plans Get Global Backing
The inaugural edition of the International Conference of Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulators was held under the aegis of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) between 5-8th February 2024 during the India Energy Week(‘IEW”) 2024, Goa. The conference featured major South and Southeast Asian National Energy Regulatory Authorities from Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Thailand, as well as…
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USA
California Declares State of Emergency as Second Storm Brings Record Rainfall and Flooding
Sacramento (USA): In a rare and impactful turn of weather events, California is grappling with a second powerful storm within a week, bringing heavy rain and life-threatening flooding across the state. Downtown Los Angeles, in particular, has witnessed historic rainfall, recording 7.03 inches over Sunday and Monday, marking the wettest two-day period since 1956. Governor Gavin Newsom promptly declared a…
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Biden Administration Takes Bold Step: Halting New Coal Plants and Phasing Out Existing Ones
Dubai, November 1, 2023 – The Biden Administration, represented by U.S. Special Envoy for Climate John Kerry, made a groundbreaking commitment at COP28 in Dubai, pledging to halt the construction of new coal plants and initiating the phased closure of existing ones. The move aligns with the administration’s ambitious green agenda, aiming to combat climate change and limit global warming…
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PM Modi Champions Climate Financing at COP-28, Securing Support for Developing Nations
DUBAI– Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Dubai to take part in 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference. According to the sources, a historic decision was made as almost 200 nations came together to establish a fund dedicated to supporting countries grappling with the impacts of global warming. Having arrived in Dubai the previous night, Prime Minister Narendra Modi played a…
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Don’t Miss Out on COP28: Global Climate Discussions Kick Off in Dubai. Will Wealthy Nations Step Up and Fund the Fight Against Climate Change?
DUBAI-UAE-: Global climate discussions kicked off in Dubai on Thursday amidst global divisions and growing concerns about the fossil fuel industry’s influence. The United Nations Climate Change Conference, or COP28, faces high stakes and controversy due to the host nation, the oil-rich United Arab Emirates. Despite the immediate success of approving a blueprint for a fund aimed at assisting nations…
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