Himalayan Climate Disaster: Nepal’s glacier-caused floods have killed over 1,000 and left nearly 4,500 missing, with rescue teams battling debris and rain; Nepal is also pushing a “moral liability” compensation claim on major emitters, naming China, the US and India. Coastal Risk in India: A UN report warns Kolkata and Mumbai face “immediate” displacement risk from rising seas and permanent inundation, threatening homes, water systems and infrastructure. Pollution & Water Safety in Cities: Maharashtra extended PoP idol immersion rules until the Bombay High Court verdict, while Delhi rolled out tighter bus safety steps after a gang-rape case, including bans on curtains/tinted films. Green Finance Push: Banks are seeking a lower CRR on green deposits to make climate lending cheaper and curb greenwashing concerns. Energy Transition on Track: NCRTC signed a deal for a 110 MW captive solar plant to power the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor, aiming to cut energy-cost uncertainty. Environmental Governance: IRDAI proposed a Public Insurance Registry to improve transparency and consumer protection in insurance. Local Environment Incident: AM/NS India’s slurry pipeline burst in Odisha, spilling iron ore dust and chemicals onto farmland; the firm says it will assess damage and compensate farmers.