The extent of land ravaged by Canada's wildfires is sixteen times

greater than the usual size that is affected.

Despite improvements in American air quality, the wildfires persist. The

headline "Blame Canada" adorned the front page of the New York Post as
smoke from Quebec's wildfires enveloped the US east coast last week. The
nation experienced its most alarming air quality in ten years, briefly making
New York the world's most polluted major city. What was once a Canadian
concern, the immense wildfires, swiftly crossed into the United States due to
unusual winds While the winds have since shifted, sparing the densely
populated eastern seaboard from the smoke, the fires in Canada continue to rage
on.
Abandoning Thermal Power Ambitions, Meghalaya Government Commits
to ₹500 Crore Solar Project Unveiling

The Meghalaya cabinet has given the nod to scrap a 500 MW thermal power
project following NEEPCO's keen interest in sustainable energy. The North
Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO) conveyed their intent to
withdraw from the thermal project, aligning with their commitment to eco-
friendly practices. This move prompts the cancellation of a previously signed
MoU. The state government, however, plans to explore other avenues to address
the pressing power shortage. NEEPCO's stance reflects a shift towards being a
"green" company, as they opt out of investing in thermal ventures. In tandem,
Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma launched the ₹500 crore CM Solar Mission, a
transformative initiative aimed at easing the region's power crisis through
renewable energy adoption