Uttarakhand’s initiatives to strengthen climate resilience in the Himalayas

Uttarakhand’s initiatives to strengthen climate resilience in the Himalayas

Friday, 17 January 2025 | Dinesh Kumar Tyagi

The State’s efforts, encapsulated in the Dehradun Declaration, highlight the importance of collaboration and community empowerment The Uttarakhand Council of Science and Technology (UCOST) recently organised a significant workshop in Delhi, focusing on climate resilience and disaster management, with a particular emphasis on Himalayan states. This workshop attracted eminent scientists, disaster...

Relief from high power bills: Delhiites are chasing a mirage

Relief from high power bills: Delhiites are chasing a mirage

Wednesday, 15 January 2025 | Uttam Gupta

A significant reduction in the Power Purchase Adjustment Cost levied by Delhi power companies have raised eyebrows due to their timing and magnitude On December 26, 2024, the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) announced a reduction in the Power Purchase Adjustment Cost (PPAC) imposed by the three power distribution companies (discoms)...

India and Afghanistan: Navigating a complex diplomatic landscape

India and Afghanistan: Navigating a complex diplomatic landscape

Tuesday, 14 January 2025 | K S Tomar

The Taliban’s return to power and Pakistan’s enduring influence have created a multifaceted challenge for India The evolving relationship between India and Afghanistan presents a multifaceted diplomatic challenge. India’s engagement with Afghanistan, particularly after the Taliban’s return to power, is closely linked to its broader strategic interests in the region, especially...

An ode to  my mother

An ode to my mother

Tuesday, 14 January 2025 | Ravi Valluri

A woman of immense strength and boundless compassion, she dedicated her life to healing Always be associated with people who are good at heart, said Swami Vivekananda. My mother shared her birthday with Swami Vivekananda (12th January). She nurtured strong bonding with spiritually inclined stalwarts. I recall her association with Sathya...

Deciphering the concerns in State of Forests Report 2023

Deciphering the concerns in State of Forests Report 2023

Tuesday, 14 January 2025 | V K Bahuguna

While the total forest and tree cover rose by 1,445.81 sq km since 2021, the findings reveal deeper concerns about the health and sustainability of India's natural forests The Forest Survey of India (FSI) has a few weeks ago released its 2023 state of Forest report which shows an increasing trend...

The future of turmeric exports: India’s path to securing global market dominance

The future of turmeric exports: India’s path to securing global market dominance

Monday, 13 January 2025 | Arpita Mukherjee

By adapting to domestic production practices with the changing global demand and fostering a collaborative ecosystem, India can secure its future exports in the global market For centuries, India has been known as the ‘Land of Spices,’ producing and exporting a wide variety of products, renowned for their distinctive flavour, aroma...

The Chains of Deprivation

The Chains of Deprivation

Monday, 13 January 2025 | Ajit Kumar Bishnoi

The feeling of deprivation dominates most of us, leaving many of us caught in an endless cycle of unfulfilled desires Feeling of deprivation dominates life, one should not be surprised by this statement and this applies to all of us with some exceptions. You have guessed it. These fortunate souls are...

Vivekananda: A vision for an inclusive world

Vivekananda: A vision for an inclusive world

Monday, 13 January 2025 | Amal Chandra

As we celebrate Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary, it is crucial to revisit his teachings, not just as historical artefacts but as living ideas relevant for today Swami Vivekananda, born Narendranath Datta on January 12, 1863, is one of India’s most remarkable spiritual leaders and thinkers. His birth anniversary is more than...

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