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Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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Will India’s e-rupee work? Bankers are not sure yet
Critics have raised concerns regarding privacy and cybersecurity.
Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation & Rina Chandran, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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As job opportunities decline in India’s coal hubs, young workers are migrating to far-away cities
The country’s shift from coal to clean energy risks leaving 13 million people without a living.
Anuradha Nagaraj, Thomson Reuters Foundation & Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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India wants a clean energy transition deal – and its coal too
The mixed signals indicate the country will phase out coal only when it is sure the transition won’t cause power disruptions.
Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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Readers’ comments: Freedom to choose religion is constitutional, but does not include missionaries
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Reading list for young readers: The 12 books shortlisted for the 2023 Neev Book Awards
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Why a Tamil sceptre handed over by Mountbatten lies at the heart of Modi’s new Parliament
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A frozen moment of resilience shows how India’s women have been betrayed in their hope for justice
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‘They’ve nothing else here’: The poor steal coal in Jharkhand’s mining hubs in order to survive
Lack of jobs has left some with no option but to scavenge coal.
Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation & Anuradha Nagaraj, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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Trouble in Joshimath raises questions about hydroelectric projects in fragile mountain ecosystems
Officials regard hydropower as essential for India to meet its renewable energy goals but recent events have cast a shadow on the viability of the power source.
Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation & Anuradha Nagaraj, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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In Jharia’s burning coalfields, children dream of a fire-free future
Hopes take flight amid dust, smoke and soot.
Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation
Video
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Watch: Salman Khan dances with Norwegian dance group Quick Style at an award show in Abu Dhabi
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Watch: Water in Venice’s Grand Canal mysteriously turns bright green, authorities launch probe
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Watch: Mobile tower knocked down by powerful winds during thunderstorm in Nagaur, Rajasthan
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Watch: Dog learns to play peek-a-boo with human
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Watch: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan’s qawwali tribute to Sidhu Moose Wala on his first death anniversary
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How unpaid electricity bills led to a deadly outbreak of cholera in a Maharashtra village
Five residents died from drinking contaminated water in Pachdongri after power cuts disrupted the regular water supply.
Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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India’s plan to auction abandoned coal mines is met with scepticism
Potential bidders are worried about the financial viability of the plan.
Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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As India transitions to green energy, it must map financial challenges in coal mining regions
Mining areas that lean on coal for revenue will be severely hit if work on a post-coal economy starts now, says new research.
Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation
The Reel
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‘Chitrakut’ review: A wandering tour of complicated relationships
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Start the week with a film: The documentary ‘Tina’ is a tribute to an irrepressible spirit
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‘Citadel’ review: Secrets, lies and banality
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‘City of Dreams’ season 3 review: Political drama is running out of ways to deliver the shocks
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‘Jogira Sara Ra Ra’ review: Funny in bits and bobs
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In coal-rich Jharkhand, frequent power blackouts are derailing lives and work
Locals say the lack of power is unfair to their state when its coal reserves light up big cities and power India’s industries.
Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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‘We have no money’: Mumbai’s fisherwomen say the heatwave is hurting their livelihood
Unions say insurance against losses to erratic weather is needed for fishers as well.
Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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In India, a new plan aims to build ‘honourable’ living conditions in closed coal hubs
The government plan, backed by the World Bank, will support new employment and basic services in parts where coal mining is on the decline.
Roli Srivastava, Thomson Reuters Foundation
The Field
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IPL 2023: ‘B Sai Sudharsan in beast mode’ — Reactions to GT batter’s whirlwind knock in final vs CSK
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Watch, IPL 2023: MS Dhoni shows off lightning-fast reflexes to stump Shubman Gill
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IPL 2023 Final, GT vs CSK live: Chennai Super Kings set a revised target of 171 in 15 overs
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ICC WTC final: Jaiswal replaces Gaikwad in India's reserves, Australia include fit Hazlewood
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Team-spirit and momentum: Why volleyball players celebrate nearly each point won with gusto