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Page-78 of Sustainable Development

Sustainable development focuses on meeting present needs without compromising future generations. It integrates economic growth, social inclusion, and environmental protection. This approach promotes responsible resource use. It encourages renewable energy and conservation efforts. Sustainable development aims for a balanced relationship between humanity and nature. It is essential for long-term prosperity and ecological health. Communities must work together to achieve these goals.

Ethnobotanical Gardens – Linking Culture and Conservation

The Uttarakhand Forest Department established two ethnobotanical gardens in Haldwani. These gardens, named Ramayana Vatika and Mahabharata Vatika, highlight the ecological knowledge embedded in ancient Indian epics. They...

 January 1, 2025

India’s Infrastructure Output Reaches Four-Month High

India's infrastructure output has shown growth, reaching a four-month high in November 2024. This increase is attributed to a rise in six of the eight core sectors. The...

 January 1, 2025

Wayanad Landslides Declared Severe Disaster by Centre

The Wayanad landslides, which occurred on July 30, 2023, have been officially recognised as a disaster of "severe nature" by the Government of India. This declaration comes five...

 January 1, 2025

Crackdown on Spurious Drugs in Kolkata

In operation against counterfeit pharmaceuticals, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) and the Drugs Control Directorate of West Bengal conducted a raid in Kolkata. The investigation targeted...

 January 1, 2025

Biannual Admissions Transforming India’s Higher Education System

The University Grants Commission (UGC) of India introduced a very important directive allowing universities to admit students twice a year, in June and December. This policy aims to...

 January 1, 2025

Katra Ropeway Project Sparks Protests in Jammu and Kashmir

Tensions in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, are escalating due to protests against a proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project. Spearheaded by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti, the...

 January 1, 2025

SVAMITVA Scheme – Transforming Rural Land Ownership

The SVAMITVA (Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas) scheme aims to modernise land records in rural India. Launched on April 24, 2020, it...

 December 31, 2024

Indian Banks’ Bad Loan Ratio Forecast for 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has projected a potential increase in the gross bad loan ratio of Indian banks from 2.6% to 3% by March 2026. This...

 December 30, 2024

India’s Manufacturing Sector Growth by 2032

India's manufacturing sector is experiencing a transformative phase. Its contribution to Gross Value Added (GVA) is projected to rise from 14% to 21% by 2032. This growth is...

 December 30, 2024

Climate Change Impact on Western Ghats Ecosystem

The Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is facing severe climate change impacts. Recent studies highlight the link between extreme weather events and rising temperatures in the...

 December 30, 2024

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