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Teachers Day 2023

Teachers Day 2023: Innovative Teaching Practices for Navigating Modern Challenges in Indian Education

Education is a dynamic field, constantly evolving to meet the demands of an ever-changing world. In the digital age, where information is readily accessible and the ways we communicate and learn are transforming rapidly, educators in India are facing unique challenges. However, they are rising to the occasion with innovative teaching practices that promise...

NTPC and Oil India join hands for Renewable Energy and Decarbonization

NTPC, the largest integrated power utility corporation of India and Oil India Limited, the second-largest national oil and gas company have joined hands to work together for renewable energy. India's largest power generation company NTPC Limited and Oil India Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore collaboration in the areas of renewable...
Child Rights in India

Children have the Right to a Clean Environment: United Nations Committee

In a world increasingly grappling with the impacts of climate change and environmental degradation, the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child has taken a significant stride by unveiling an extensive guide that places the spotlight on the intersection of children's rights and environmental concerns. This groundbreaking document, formally known as General...

Air Quality Early Warning System to alert Mumbaikars and Kolkatans about air pollution

Residents of Mumbai and Kolkata can now be alert of poor air quality in advance, all thanks to the Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS). This has been developed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, to monitor and share real-time and forecasted data on PM2.5 and PM10 pollutant levels across the...
Air Pollution in India

Air Pollution in India: Robbing 5 Years of Life, Soaring to 12 in Delhi

Air pollution has become an alarming global crisis, with its detrimental effects extending far beyond the immediate environment. Fine particulate air pollution, specifically PM2.5, has emerged as a silent but deadly killer, affecting millions of lives across the world. In India, a nation grappling with severe air pollution levels, the consequences are particularly dire....

PM Modi lauds Indian Railways for progress towards Mission Net Zero Carbon Emission

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media to appreciate the efforts made by Indian Railways for harnessing solar power, calling it a 'commendable progress' in India's commitment towards a greener future. The Prime Minister reacted to a post made by the Ministry of Railways on micro-blogging platform X (formerly Twitter) to express his...
Air Pollution

Google’s Latest Sustainability APIs: Estimating Solar Potential, Pollutant Levels, and Pollen Production

In a transformative leap towards a more sustainable future, Google has unveiled a suite of groundbreaking sustainability APIs at its recent Google Cloud Next event. These APIs, born from the success of initiatives like Project Sunroof, tap into the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to provide developers with real-time data on solar energy potential,...
The Dance of Life by Riyana Rampal

The Dance of Life: A 17-Year-Old’s Kathak Recital Illuminates the Importance of Organ Donation

In the heart of the India International Club, a unique dance recital unfolded on August 6th. "The Dance of Life," wasn't just an artistic showcase; it was a young girl's mission to illuminate the life-saving importance of organ donation. Riyana Rampal, a 17-year-old high school student with a profound passion for Kathak, took center stage....
Neeraj Chopra

The Neglected Arena: Insufficient Allocation of CSR Funds to Sports Development in India

In a country where cricket is almost a religion and athletes like Milkha Singh, Mary Kom, and Sachin Tendulkar are celebrated as national heroes, the role of sports in India's socio-economic development cannot be undermined. Neeraj Chopra's recent triumph in securing the gold medal at the Javelin throw event during the World Athletics Championships...
Uday Kotak

$4.5 Trillion Required to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals: Uday Kotak at B20

In a call to action at the recent B20 Summit in New Delhi, veteran banker Uday Kotak emphasised that countries worldwide need a staggering $4.5 trillion within the next seven to 10 years to achieve crucial sustainability goals outlined by the B20 forum. The question of financing these ambitious objectives looms large, prompting discussions...

Jharkhand to host exhibition of artworks to support underprivileged students

With an aim to support talented school students from underprivileged background, the Government of Jharkhand is planning to host an exhibition-cum-sale of their artworks. In the exhibition, children will not only be able to showcase their artistic skills, but they will also be able to digitally market their creation and earn money from the...
Wet Bulb Temperature

Decoding Wet Bulb Temperature: Unraveling Its Impact on Health, Climate, and Agriculture

As our planet undergoes rapid climate changes, new terms and measurements are emerging to help us grasp the complex interplay between weather, temperature, and humidity. One such critical concept is the "wet bulb temperature." While air temperature alone often dictates our understanding of hot days, the wet bulb temperature offers a more comprehensive view,...

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