AI boom is testing tech firms’ climate pledges

Technology companies are stepping up their climate commitments but not fast enough to counter rapidly inflating energy needs linked to the artificial intelligence boom, a report said Wednesday. This year’s edition, based on 2024 data, found that artificial intelligence “is both a driver of efficiency and a growing challenge”, the ITU said in a statement.

Delhi’s roads take a beating this monsoon, with potholes and damaged stretches across key routes

Delhi’s roads show monsoon damage with potholes and broken surfaces. Poor drainage exacerbates water accumulation, weakening the bituminous pavement structure. Experts cite inadequate stormwater drains designed decades ago as a primary cause. Road quality continues to deteriorate without significant system upgrades. PWD officials state repairs are underway on damaged city stretches.