UN Women says no country has achieved full legal equality for women and girls Women globally hold just 64% of the legal rights of men, UN report finds In 54% of countries, rape is not legally defined on the basis of consent Agency calls for urgent action ahead of International Women’s Day and CSW70 No
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The Bokaro Steel Plant, operated by Steel Authority of India Limited, produces 5.25 million tonnes of steel annually and employs over 50,000 people. But a new report by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) links its emissions to 273 low birthweight births, 284 preterm births, 25 new child asthma cases, 148
One day I was sitting and thinking about how I can make a recipe which is healthy, included green vegetables and makes a good combination with every dish you try. Then, I made Palak muli paratha. Palak muli paratha Ingredients For muli palak paratha — Muli (Radish), Palak (Spinach), green paste of garlic, green chillies,
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As the world looks for long-lasting solutions to environmental challenges, nature-based solutions (NbS) are often presented as a promising pathway. A new study assessing the benefits to biodiversity from NbS in urban areas of the Global South aims to better understand how effectively these interventions address urban challenges. The study, published in Ecological Indicators, found
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Across India, protected areas are witnessing a steady rise in visitors. From sprawling national parks to small wildlife sanctuaries on the fringes of major cities, nature tourism is booming. This growth is often celebrated as a sign of increasing public interest in conservation. But beyond the headline of visitor numbers, a quieter and a more
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Cassava Brown Streak Disease threatens a staple crop relied on by millions across sub-Saharan Africa Study warns more than a third of the continent is at risk of virus spread Scientists urge stronger seed systems, surveillance and resistant varieties to prevent westward expansion A viral disease that causes rot in cassava roots is threatening one
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India faces a potential energy crisis as the US and Israel’s offensive against Iran threatens to disrupt oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. With 90% of its crude oil imported, India could see a sharp rise in oil prices, impacting its economy. The conflict also risks affecting India’s agricultural exports, particularly basmati rice and
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This year’s WordCamp Asia just published the first version of its schedule with sessions and workshops. Contributor Day also has a few workshop slots. If you registered for Contributor Day you are looking at three days of learning and discussions. Here is my personal list of talks and workshops, mostly about the block editor, themes
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I see India’s natural gas sector entering a structural inflection phase. For a decade or more, gas in India had swung between promise and stagnation, hampered by price volatility, infrastructure bottlenecks, and global supply shocks. But today the fundamentals are changing in a way that requires serious global attention. Drawing from my advisory work in
The recent strikes on Iran highlight the urgent need to reduce global dependence on oil. As tensions rise, oil prices are increasing, threatening economic stability. The shift away from oil is not just about climate change but also about reducing geopolitical risks. As Israel and the United States strike Iran, global oil markets are on edge. Oil prices
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