The European Union’s carbon market is set to become a key tool in removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. A 2026 study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate...
Civil society groups and climate experts from South and Southeast Asia have urged a faster transition away from fossil fuels. This call was made through the Kuala Lumpur...
Recent geopolitical tensions in early 2026, notably the joint Israeli-US attack on Iran, led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This event disrupted roughly one-fifth of...
The global energy system faces disruption due to conflict in West Asia. Attacks on Iran have affected the Strait of Hormuz, a vital channel carrying 20% of global...
Recent developments in India have brought into light critical challenges in managing Minor Forest Produce (MFP), a key resource for millions of tribal and forest-dependent communities. The decline...
Recent years have seen a rise in mineral water consumption worldwide. This is due to concerns about unsafe tap water and a preference for natural mineral content. Governments...
India’s agriculture sector has achieved remarkable growth in recent years. In 2024-25, India recorded a record foodgrain output of 357.73 million metric tonnes. Horticulture production also rose sharply...
Recent research from V.O. Chidambaram College reveals the presence of microplastics, especially nylon fibres, in Chennai’s beach sediments. Though the abundance is low compared to global beaches, the...
The Government of India in 2026 has proposed increasing Lok Sabha seats from 543 to 816. This is to implement the Women’s Reservation Act, 2023, which reserves 33%...
India’s presidency of BRICS in 2026 comes at a time of geopolitical tension. The Iran crisis, involving direct conflict with the US and Israel, tests the unity of...
