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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...- Belgian PM De Wever pitches lower, zero tariffs to boost India-EU tradeBelgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever urged further cuts in import duties between India and the EU. He specifically highlighted the diamond ...
- India’s farm policy needs a reset amid concerns over ethanol push, subsidies: Agri expert Devinder SharmaSharma warns that ethanol-led changes in cropping patterns may create an environmental problem over the longer term.
- Husband refused to pay Rs 9,000 maintenance, saying wife abandoned home and ignored parents; Karnataka HC rejects his plea for this reasonWife didn’t care for his parents and left his Bangalore home without informing, husband said; Karnataka HC rejects his plea to stop paying ...
- ₹25 ride: India’s bike taxis are cheap, fast and still fighting for a place on the roadBike taxis offer affordable, on-demand urban transport, bridging the last-mile connectivity gap. These services face regulatory hurdles des...
- In 1991, Curitiba began exchanging recyclables for bus tokens and food. 35 years later, the city recycles 70% of its waste while creating jobs and supporting familiesIn Curitiba, Brazil, residents can exchange recyclable waste for fresh food. Other cities have found different uses for what people throw a...
- Chalet Hotels partners with The Job Plus and THSC to skill 5,000 new hospitality professionals by 2030Chalet Hotels aims to create 5,000 sustainable livelihoods by 2030. This initiative connects industry demand with untapped talent from unde...
- China’s Pacific push gets a boost as key leaders skip island forumSeveral Pacific island leaders are absent from a key regional summit in Palau. This fragmentation complicates efforts to project unity amid...
- Ladakh must build on its unique strengths: NITI AayogLadakh's holistic development strategy should leverage its unique assets, such as its rich natural resources and vast potential in renewabl...
- Rising fuel prices push gig workers towards fixed-pay, lower-cost jobsGig workers are now more selective about jobs due to rising operating costs. Many are shifting to roles offering predictable earnings or lo...
- In 2024, a Nature Sustainability study tested radiative cooling film on crops; field trials lowered air temperatures by up to 4.6°C and increased biomass by up to 370%Innovative films designed for dryland crops are making a remarkable impact by minimizing heat and water loss. These films effectively permi...
- Before Nepal floods, Himalayan glacier reports had warned of rising risksHimalayan glaciers are melting at an accelerating pace, doubling ice loss rates since 2000. These glaciers provide water for nearly two bil...
- Bihar becomes first state to have 50 lakh ‘Lakhpati Didis’, says CM Samrat ChoudharyBihar has become the first state to achieve 50 lakh Lakhpati Didis. Financial aid reached 1.81 crore women, supporting income-generating ac...
- Tea industry seeks Rs 113 crore annual package to revive Darjeeling sectorThe Indian Tea Association seeks government aid for tea industry revival. Financial and regulatory reforms are proposed for Darjeeling and ...
- State governments need to see the economic potential of golf course, says PGTI CEO Amandeep JohlGolf courses present a remarkable opportunity for state governments to enhance their economies. By investing in more golfing facilities, re...
- Before the first server hums: India needs an impact test for the AI ageBefore advancing with AI infrastructure in India, it is crucial to conduct thorough impact assessments. Large data centres have high demand...
- Boost for Ladakh: High-level panel to plan national sea buckthorn research hubA high-level committee will examine establishing a National Sanjeevani Research Centre for Sea Buckthorn. This initiative aims to position ...
- 'Dropping Parandur Airport is not change; it's an irreversible setback': MK Stalin, Annamalai question TVK govt over project cancellationIn a significant decision, Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister has called off the Parandur airport project, igniting a wave of reactions. While opp...
- Ladakh taps Indus water for agricultureLadakh's administration has made significant strides in environmental management by effectively channeling millions of litres of glacier ru...
- Himachal signs MoU with ISB to unlock Rs 22,600 crore forest economy potentialHimachal Pradesh Forest Department and ISB-BIPP signed a five-year pact. This partnership aims to unlock the state's forest economy potenti...
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