Air pollution caused 8.1 million deaths in 2021 globally, 2.1 million in India: ReportAir pollution contributed to 8.1 million deaths worldwide in 2021, with India and China recording 2.1 million and 2.3 million fatalities, r...
19 Jun, 2024, 10.09 PM IST
In Vietnam, farmers reduce methane emissions by changing how they grow riceVietnam is the world's third-largest rice exporter, and the staple importance to Vietnamese culture is palpable in the Mekong Delta.
23 Apr, 2024, 10.12 AM IST
Groundings, Go First closure, getaway mania leading to last-minute fares spiking sky highIndia has its own unique geography and dynamics. So, flying is often the option many take despite it being a pricier option. Affluent India...
11 Jan, 2024, 10.43 PM IST
China, India lead Asia's biggest hydropower crunch in decadesHydropower generation in Asia has experienced its fastest decline in decades, leading to a greater reliance on fossil fuels to meet electri...
22 Sep, 2023, 12.14 PM IST
Maui officials and scientists warn that after the flames flicker out, toxic particles will remainSuch lasting effects could prolong recovery, compound residents' agony and complicate the return of the island's tourism-driven economy. Ma...
14 Aug, 2023, 11.35 AM IST
Environmental damage from Belt and Road Initiative projects on riseChina's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) projects have caused significant damage to the environment across all countries where they were impl...
13 Jul, 2023, 09.31 AM IST
India saved over USD 4 bn in fuel costs through solar power from Jan to June: Report"In India, solar generation avoided USD 4.2 billion in fuel costs in the first half of the year. It also avoided the need for 19.4 million ...
10 Nov, 2022, 06.51 AM IST
India's state-funded helmet promises 'fresh air' in battle on winter smogEach helmet retails at 4,500 rupees ($56), or nearly four times the cost of a regular one, effectively putting the device beyond the reach ...
29 Aug, 2022, 06.49 AM IST
Ace Green Recycling raises over $7 million in funding led by Circulate CapitalThe startup has a global client base and recently signed a memorandum of understanding with Massive Mobility in India. It will also use the...
17 Feb, 2022, 03.31 PM IST
India’s battle against heat shows stakes of COP26 climate talksIndians are on the front line of the battle against rising global temperatures. The nation of 1.3 billion people is one of the most vulnera...
10 Nov, 2021, 11.08 AM IST
Terra Motors joins hands with FCC Corp to develop EVs, parts in India"To this end, we aim to increase new business value through co-creation with services and businesses, such as the advancement of vehicle te...
13 Jul, 2021, 01.48 PM IST
Coal plant pollution can cause 8,300 deaths in India12 May, 2021, 03.09 PM IST
Aligning business interests and environmental goals: Electric motorbikes in Kisumu in KenyaFor Kisumu, the worsening air quality and road congestion are the driving forces behind the adoption of electric motorcycles.
22 Mar, 2019, 11.34 PM IST
- Sweden, Finland developing technology to curb India's pollution woes28 Jun, 2018, 11.23 PM IST
Jayant Sinha urges start-ups to explore scope of developing drone-rickshawsA huge capital market lies in solving local problems that can make India a USD five to 10 trillion economy, the minister of state for civil...
05 Dec, 2017, 10.39 PM IST
US to expand air quality monitoring to Embassy in IndiaThe US plans to expand air quality monitoring to some of its missions in countries like India, Vietnam to help raise awareness about the da...
19 Feb, 2015, 06.34 PM IST
- Soaring energy needs, oil prices push SE Asia to nuclear power
As oil prices and energy demand soar in tandem in Southeast Asia, many nations are turning to nuclear power -- to the horror of environment...
16 Dec, 2007, 08.29 AM IST