INTERNATIONAL ZERO WASTE DAY
White House says zero chance Biden will withdraw, after POTUS says 'he screwed up' Joe Biden is "absolutely not" pulling out of the US presidential race, his spokeswoman said Wednesday, as pressure mounted following his disastrous debate performance against Donald Trump. Biden has admitted he performed poorly in the debate, and wa...
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02 Jul, 2024, 09.02 AM ISTGoing forward, expect good growth from Aadifidelis Solutions: Shikhar Aggarwal, BLS International Shikhar Aggarwal, Joint MD, BLS International Services talks about inclusion in Nifty tourism index, synergies from buying stake in Aadifidelis Solutions and more. Aggarwal also discusses the major contract renewals which are expected in the next si...
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From icy peaks to naval decks: Indian Army and Navy stretch out from Ladakh to the seas on International Yoga Day International Yoga Day: Indian Army personnel practiced yoga in the icy northern frontier, while sailors on the INS Vikramaditya participated in a morning session. Additionally, Army troops performed yoga in Eastern Ladakh, and the Indo-Tibetan Bord...
21 Jun, 2024, 09.27 AM ISTNalanda University: Admission process, courses, eligibility, fees, international collaboration, and campus facilities Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Nalanda University's new campus in Rajgir, Bihar, revitalizing its global academic heritage with a focus on sustainability. The institution now offers diverse programs across seven schools, including Buddhist...
19 Jun, 2024, 12.23 PM ISTESG consultancies and services on the rise as companies rush to get sustainability tag Emerging consultancies and ESG services companies have a lot of opportunities but struggle due to lack of awareness and data.
19 Jun, 2024, 10.34 AM ISTEnvironment Day: Noida Airport to have 8-acre forest with local species, 133-hectare green area Noida International Airport (Google Trends): The Noida International Airport CEO Christoph Schnellmann has emphasized a net-zero emissions philosophy. With 580 trees transplanted and an eight-acre forest reserve, biodiversity preservation is a prior...
07 Jun, 2024, 11.21 AM ISTHow an Israeli firm tried to build anti-BJP narrative during polls OpenAI claims to have disrupted an AI-based covert operation launched by an Israeli firm that allegedly peddled anti-BJP agenda. In 2021, the BJP government drew flak after Israeli spyware Pegasus was allegedly used to snoop on journalists, Oppositi...
05 Jun, 2024, 03.37 PM IST$215 trillion to save the planet is a bargain By 2100, the permanent loss from additional warming under a “business as usual” scenario would rise to 52%, representing trillions of dollars in economic destruction.
23 May, 2024, 10.02 AM ISTFlight to sustainability: How microgrids are transforming airports into green energy hubs Airports worldwide are increasingly investing in microgrid technology as a strong strategic solution that allows them access to continuous, localised, and self-reliant power supply.
18 May, 2024, 10.12 AM ISTReach Europe 20 days earlier and for 30% cheaper: How Chabahar port helps India expand its trade footprints globally India’s pact with Iran to develop the Chabahar port will give a boost to the multimodal transportation network called the International North-South Transport Corridor, enabling exports from South Asia to reach Europe and Russia.
18 May, 2024, 09.54 AM ISTIndia will soon have solar power waste to fill 720 Olympic-size swimming pools. It has to urgently find solutions. The country is betting big on solar energy — and rightfully so. But it is not giving equal importance on managing or recycling the waste that would be generated.
12 May, 2024, 10.12 AM ISTFor clear air, go nuclear Global nuclear energy pivotal for decarbonisation and achieving net-zero targets. India's indigenous nuclear program aims to triple capacity by 2032. Embracing nuclear energy could lead to substantial emissions reductions and cost savings.
05 May, 2024, 11.33 PM ISTSouthern India can Lead India's pursuit of 500GW renewable target by 2030: Experts and industry players Southern states like Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana hold immense solar and wind energy potential. However, realizing this potential requires substantial investment in strengthening transmission infrastructure.
01 May, 2024, 01.47 PM ISTRecycling crisis: India’s plastic waste keeps piling up to alarming levels Plastic is unavoidable now and so is the pollution caused by it. The answer lies in managing plastic waste in a better way and embracing recycling in a bigger way.
28 Apr, 2024, 10.01 AM ISTHow zero-waste logistics can close the loop on sustainability In recent years, sustainability has surged to the forefront of business priorities, marking a 292% increase since 2021, according to Gartner's CEO survey.
13 Apr, 2024, 10.07 AM IST‘Train, empower, fund local bodies for better waste management’ On International Zero Waste Day, Sachin Sharma, the founder and director of Gem Enviro Management, shared insights on India's battle against the escalating plastic crisis. Sharma discussed the imperative steps India needs to take to tackle this chal...
30 Mar, 2024, 02.29 PM ISTEmpowering women in entrepreneurship: A journey of resilience and overcoming obstacles "Together, we can break down barriers and shatter stereotypes," says Neha Suyal.
08 Mar, 2024, 11.40 AM ISTAirlines’ chief pleads for more green fuel to save Air travel After surviving the pandemic, airlines’ biggest challenge is reaching a goal to have net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
20 Feb, 2024, 09.51 AM IST'India has zero-tolerance approach to terrorism': Ruchira Kamboj reaffirms ties with Palestine On the occasion of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, India's permanent representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj, reaffirmed India's long-standing relationship with the Palestinian people and its support for...
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