GREENING OF HABITATIONS
Green jobs in textile can become the largest job opportunity in India: Aditya Birla Fashion’s Naresh Tyagi
As the world of textile rapidly moves towards becoming sustainable, it also seeks skills for the same. India, which is one of the largest textile manufacturers, can create a big pool of green talent.
Why was Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi called the 'Butcher of Tehran'?
The death of Ebrahim Raisi has raised questions regarding his record on Human Rights. He is seen to be behind mass killings that have led to suppression of rights in Iran, as per reports.
Adani's oasis next to Pakistan: A transformation from not even a mosquito in sight to an RE park 5-times the size of Paris
In a remote region near the Pakistan border, a barren land with minimal infrastructure becomes the unlikely site for the world's largest renewable energy park. Adani Group's ambitious project in Gujarat's Kutch district aims to harness solar and wind power in an area with ideal conditions, transforming the desolate landscape into a beacon of sustainable energy production.
Unhappy meal: In quest for food security, India is losing focus on quality
The Green Revolution helped the country graduate from an importer to an exporter of many crops. But experts warn that nutrition security isn't getting adequate attention.
Adani Green begins power generation from world’s largest Renewable Energy park in Khavda, Gujarat
Adani Group is committed to India's clean energy transition journey towards its ambitious goals of 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030 and carbon neutrality. Adani Green Energy's milestone at the Khavda RE park is a validation of this commitment and leading role.
Adani Green Energy shares rise 4% as 551 MW solar capacity gets operational in Gujarat
Adani Green Energy (AGEL) shares rose nearly 4% to Rs 1,882 in Wednesday's trade on BSE after the firm said that it has operationalized 551 MW solar capacity in Khavda, Gujarat, by supplying power to the national grid.
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In the salt deserts bordering Pakistan, India builds its largest renewable energy project
India aims to build the world's largest renewable energy project at Khavda in Gujarat in three years. Encompassing solar panels, wind turbines, and spanning 726 sq km, it's a pivotal initiative estimated to cost $2.26 billion, aligning with goals discussed at COP28 to triple global renewable energy while reducing fossil fuel usage.
PM advisor slams gold import habit, says Modi's $5 tn GDP target would have been met long before
India could have achieved its PM's USD 5 trillion GDP target earlier if it had not resorted to importing gold, according to a member of the Economic Advisory Council to the PM. In the last 21 years, Indians have spent around USD 500 billion on gold imports alone.The habit of importing gold has led to a loss of one-third of India's GDP.
FMCG sales climb as rural demand sees green shoots
This comes after four quarters of subdued growth in rural markets, which had declined 2-5% as consumers had been either downtrading (buying lower-priced products) or not purchasing as many goods, impacted by soaring food and fuel prices.
Need to maintain balance between development and environment: Supreme Court
The top court was hearing a plea arising out of a November 2017 order of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), which had passed a slew of directions while noting that unplanned and indiscriminate development in the core, non-core, green and rural areas within the Shimla planning area had given rise to serious environmental and ecological concerns.
Smart measures that can bring the temperatures down
The rising trend of temperature globally has made cooling a necessity. Heat stress due to high temperatures may decrease productivity, impact mortality, and lead to a loss of working hours, thereby costing up to 2.8% of India's GDP by 2050. With increased sales of cooling systems like air conditioners, it is estimated that 69% of Indian households will have air conditioners by 2040. However, this rise in cooling systems may lead to increased greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for at least 7% of India's total emissions by 2037.
Apathy and chaos need monsoon weeding
The annual monsoon season in India is causing major problems due to administrative neglect, apathy, and ineffective policies. The poorly maintained drainage systems, waste dumping, encroachment of open spaces, and unplanned construction are leading to disruption, economic losses, and low living standards. The country needs clear political messaging to address resource wastage and implement national and state-level policies for managing urban stormwater, waste, and waterbodies.
View: White House banquets and the 'greening' of the US
So the State Banquet hosted by the Bidens for PM Narendra Modi on Thursday was a watershed moment for there was no fish, poultry or meat course; there was an option for sea bass to be served with the risotto, but strictly on request. Moreover, the inclusion of a Californian chef famed for her 'plant-based cuisine' for the dinner meant no eggs or non-vegetarian broths would be sneaked into dishes.
Indians prefer buying their greens online rather than going to markets: Survey
Preferences in online shopping vary, as 63.85% of respondents opt for early morning delivery services like Otipy, Bigbasket, and Country Delight, while 36.15% favor platforms like Blinkit, Zepto, and Insta Mart that offer 15-30 minutes delivery. This distinction highlights consumers' willingness to wait for superior product quality, favoring platforms that prioritize delivering fresh and high-quality produce rather than instant delivery.
Reduce, reuse, and recycle way to clean cities and sustainable environment
RRR centres are instilling in the urban community essential habits of source segregation, waste-to-resource conversion, and eco- and swachhata-friendly lifestyle. Some of the RRR centres will become permanent fixtures in the city geography, well beyond the campaign period. Earlier in March, citizens across many towns, led by lakhs of women, took up mashaal marches for garbage-free cities and zero-waste events.
On Earth Day, eco-investor Dia Mirza says humans are on the brink of environmental calamity
On Earth Day 2023, Dia Mirza says schools should highlight the importance of sustainability and environmental stewardship and encourage students to adopt eco-friendly practices in their daily lives and become agents of change in their communities and beyond.
RCB vs RR IPL 2023 match: Why Virat Kohli’s team wears green jersey every year?
On Sunday, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) defeated Rajasthan Royals (RR) by a margin of seven runs in the IPL 2023 match held at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, continuing their winning streak.
A year after shocking spike in bad cholesterol levels, 3 dietary habits helped Snapdeal co-founder Kunal Bahl
Kunal Bahl, who turned 39 in January, shared a detailed note on LinkedIn on how he reduced the bad cholesterol levels without any medicines.
Lyft picks new CEO as founders tap out amid fierce competition
The change of guard at Lyft comes after a weak quarterly forecast worsened concerns that profits would get squeezed by price cuts undertaken to keep up with bigger rival Uber - which boasts better pricing power, a global presence and a food delivery business.
View: India’s startup ecosystem should seek green unicorns
A herd of Indian green unicorns could drive decades of economic growth. They will create lakhs of green jobs, save millions of tonnes of carbon emissions and generate thousands of crores of wealth for the country.
Ukraine, climate, economy: Takeaways from glitzy Davos event
The 53rd edition of the weeklong gathering in the Alps drew notables like Ukraine's first lady, climate activist Greta Thunberg, and actor Idris Elba, plus hundreds of presidents, prime ministers, CEOs and other decision-makers who hashed out deals and voiced demands on everything from trade to tanks for Ukraine.
Green tech fights for limelight at CES gadget fest
Technology geared towards helping the environment has steadily increased in number at CES since the Sin City expo began fifty years ago.
Green tech startup Myplan8 launches app to sensitize about carbon footprint
The app will help people move towards a more sustainable way of living, through a carbon-conscious lifestyle.
Daily habits that affect your eyesight
Addressing visual impairment is a major health issue across the globe, and while a number of factors are responsible for poor vision, including age, genetics, and the environment, everyday habits are just as important. There are indications that daily habits can affect a person's eyesight and develop into further complications if not addressed in time.
Bursting crackers causes suffering
Bursting firecrackers is not the only cause for severe pollution. But during and after Diwali, particulate matter (PM) levels shoot through the roof and linger. Last year, a ban was not fully effective. Still, PM2.5 levels came down. The ban must be effective this year with palpable punishment for violations. Suffering is not what Diwali or any other celebration is about.
Small steps to keep diabetes at bay: Have 4 cups of tea, work out daily & quit smoking
The benefits of a healthy lifestyle are not a secret anymore.
Black or green? Drink 2 cups of tea daily to live a long life, says study
Tea temperature, or adding milk or sugar, didn't change the results.
Business lessons: Pi Green Innovations co-founder learnt patience & resilience in the pandemic
"The only way to achieve the impossible is to believe it is possible, says Irfan Pathan.
Why our spending habits need to change for a better future
The pandemic has been a wakeup call to relook at our shopping behaviour and go more green.
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