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In 2014, CONAFOR launched restoration across 1 million hectares of degraded Mexican land. 4 years later, plant survival rates had nearly doubled through community actionMexico’s National Forestry Commission (CONAFOR) launched an ambitious restoration program in 2014 with the goal of beginning to restore 1 m...07 Sep, 2026, 09.55 PM IST- In 2021, 1,000 Swiss volunteers buried 2,000 pairs of cotton underpants to test soil life. 5 years later, results from 12,000 teabags showed which soils were most activeIn 2021, around 1,000 Swiss volunteers buried more than 2,000 pairs of cotton underwear and 12,000 tea bags in different soils. The experim...07 Sep, 2026, 09.03 PM IST
- British Indian professional in race to succeed ex-PM Starmer as UK MPRishi Madlani, a British Indian, is a candidate for the Holborn and St Pancras parliamentary seat. He hopes to leverage his extensive local...07 Sep, 2026, 08.33 PM IST
- Texas woman, 70, spent $150,000 of her retirement savings to build an all-women tiny-home community; 500 women are now waiting to move inA 70-year-old Texas woman invested $150,000 of her retirement savings to create an all-women tiny-home community where residents pay just $...07 Sep, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
- Billionaire Mitchell Rales gave the US National Gallery of Art $116 million. The money will help bring its masterpieces to museums across all 50 statesA monumental donation from a billionaire will provide enduring financial support for the National Gallery’s initiative, which focuses on di...06 Sep, 2026, 06.26 PM IST
- VHP bars participation of Muslims in garba, dandiya events in Maharashtra; sets rules for organisersThe Vishva Hindu Parishad will prevent Muslims from participating in Navratri garba and dandiya events. Organizers must verify Hindu identi...05 Sep, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
- Deeper digs, community care: Indian tunnel rescue team accelerates Chilime operations with Nepal ArmyAn Indian tunnel rescue team is working with the Nepal Army to drain the Chilime tunnel. Specialist personnel are digging deeper into the s...05 Sep, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
- In 2006, Green Belt Movement began restoring Kenya’s Aberdares after years of human pressure. 18 years later, 3.8 million trees had been planted across 2,000 hectaresThe Green Belt Movement rehabilitated Kenya's Aberdares Forest, a vital water source. Illegal logging and cultivation threatened this prima...04 Sep, 2026, 10.29 PM IST
- In 2024, Agiro planted 580 trees and shrubs at a former waste site in Quebec City. Today, surveys have found more than 160 plant species and 50 bird species are thriving around the recovering siteAgiro is restoring a former 1.8-hectare construction waste disposal site at the foot of Mont-Brillant in Quebec City’s Saint-Charles River ...03 Sep, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
- In 2023, North Carolina's Catawba Lands Conservancy took on 80 acres damaged by erosion and invasive plants. 3 years later, the project aims to bring 1,000 people into restoration nearbyCatawba Lands Conservancy is restoring eighty acres within Mountain Creek Park. This project addresses soil erosion and invasive plant spec...03 Sep, 2026, 09.29 PM IST
- In 2016, Indiana found very poor fish health in 1.27 miles of Big Branch after years of pollution. 7 years later, its fish score reached 48 and the segment was clearedBig Branch’s recovery is ultimately a reminder that environmental restoration is often measured in years rather than weeks. The stream did ...03 Sep, 2026, 03.59 AM IST
- In 2012, Indiana began protecting Flat Creek, a 54-mile stream affected by pollution. 10 years later, multiple stretches had recovered enough to be removed from the listFlat Creek in Indiana experienced significant water quality issues for years. A 2012 plan initiated watershed improvement efforts and best ...03 Sep, 2026, 02.51 AM IST
- Kuki-Zo MLAs attend Manipur Assembly session for first time since ethnic strife, CM welcomes unity stepManipur assembly session began with Kuki-Zo legislators attending in person after three years. Two Kuki-Zo MLAs physically participated in ...03 Sep, 2026, 01.08 AM IST
- Dahi Handi 2026 Mumbai: Date, time, celebration venues, alternate routes and moreDahi Handi 2026 Mumbai: Check Dahi Handi date, timings: Dahi Handi 2026 will be celebrated across Mumbai and the wider metropolitan region ...02 Sep, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
- In 2007, Capannori rejected a new incinerator and embraced zero waste. 19 years later, its door-to-door system helped push recycling above 80% and inspire Italy’s movementCapannori, a town near Lucca in Tuscany, developed a Zero Waste approach after residents opposed a proposed incinerator. Rossano Ercolini a...01 Sep, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
- In 2010, Alaska Clean Harbors launched a statewide effort to curb harbor pollution. 15 years later, 11 harbors were engaged in the program, helping protect coastal watersAlaska Clean Harbors works with communities to prevent pollution and reduce waste. Four harbors achieved certification, and three are worki...31 Aug, 2026, 07.50 PM IST
- Canada seeks medical doctors to strengthen healthcare: 5 immigration pathways you should knowCanada provides five immigration pathways for qualified medical doctors seeking permanent residency. These routes include Express Entry and...30 Aug, 2026, 12.18 PM IST
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