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Soumya Sarkar
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COP28: In a first, declaration puts focus on reforming global food systems, but India keeps away
India’s stance at international negotiations remained the same: not committing to any timelines that could affect the country’s food security.
Soumya Sarkar
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Why is the number of heatwave days rising in India? Scientists blame climate change
Unbearably hot weather has become a public health issue, with outdoor workers forced to change work hours.
Soumya Sarkar
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Glasgow climate summit was high on words, but low on action
The diluted pact will not put the world on track to avoid catastrophic global warming, but it does represent progress.
Soumya Sarkar
Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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We will leave India if told to break encryption: WhatsApp tells Delhi HC
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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Uttarakhand floods: The state is paying the price for climate change and reckless construction
As the world warms and glaciers melt, experts recommend a review of ill-planned dams and roads to minimise the impacts of disasters.
Joydeep Gupta, Varsha Singh & Soumya Sarkar
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Air pollution in winter could exacerbate the severity and spread of coronavirus in South Asia
Long-term exposure to pollutants before the pandemic may be associated with severe symptoms from Covid-19 and a greater risk of death.
Soumya Sarkar, Zofeen Ebrahim & Ramesh Bhushal
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The chemicals used to kill locusts also harm humans and the environment
Experts recommend wider use of biopesticides.
Soumya Sarkar
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Extreme rainfall events are rising in the Himalayas – and so is the likelihood of flash floods
New studies show the chance of sudden, catastrophic deluge in the western Himalayas has doubled.
Soumya Sarkar
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One of the biggest threats to the world’s forests and biodiversity is farming
The Living Planet Report, published by the World Wildlife Fund, reveals the extent of biodiversity loss around the globe.
Soumya Sarkar
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More people will die of extreme heat than of all infectious diseases combined
Rising heat-related deaths due to climate change reveal an unequal world, with poorer countries at greater risk.
Soumya Sarkar
The Reel
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In Jharkhand’s villages, solar-powered irrigation has helped tribal farmers turn a profit
It has also reduced migration to other states like Punjab and Kerala.
Soumya Sarkar
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South Asian farmers are back in the fields despite high costs, labour shortage and a pandemic
With the onset of monsoons, farmers in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal have started sowing summer crops.
Soumya Sarkar, Xari Jalil, Abu Siddique & Ramesh Bhushal
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As world’s largest importer of palm oil, India has a duty to push for ethical production practices
The country’s import market is extremely price-sensitive and less concerned with environmental ethics.
Soumya Sarkar
The Field
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Cricket: Former Pakistan captain Bismah Maroof retires from international cricket
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India wins nine medals including four gold on Day 2
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Badminton, Thomas and Uber Cup 2024: Two years on, Indian men’s team hope to defend crown jewel
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru end losing run with convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis