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Vivek Gupta
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Punjab farmers refuse to phase out water-guzzling paddy despite rapid groundwater depletion
The state is the highest extractor of groundwater in the country and 97% of it is being used in irrigation, mainly for paddy.
Vivek Gupta
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After a drop in wheat production, extreme weather has cast a shadow on rice cultivation in India
Climate change has added to the burden of the already struggling Indian agriculture sector.
Vivek Gupta
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Erratic weather, ineffective solutions: Annual stubble burning sets off pollution concerns again
The late rains in Punjab and Haryana have delayed the harvest, leaving a short window to clear fields ahead of the next sowing season.
Vivek Gupta
Trending
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In Nagaland, tribal groups force cancellation of civic polls with reservations for women – yet again
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Muslim residents aghast as Hindu neighbours in Noida call the police to stop Ramzan prayers
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A strain of music that has flourished in India for centuries is being silenced by communalism
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Watch: Actor Zendaya, supermodel Gigi Hadid attend a Mumbai event in saris
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Pakistan’s military is no longer seen as a well-oiled machine, thanks in part to its former chief
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In Leh, the exponential growth in tourism is leading to water shortage and pollution challenges
With the Atal Tunnel providing seamless road connectivity, traffic inflow to the fragile region has increased by 400%.
Vivek Gupta
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Farming in the ‘cold desert’ of Himachal Pradesh is suffering with glaciers on the retreat
Snow melt water from mountains and glaciers is the only major source of irrigation for farmers in the districts of Lahaul and Spiti.
Vivek Gupta
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2,763 forest fires in three months: Himachal Pradesh’s ecology is clearly under pressure
Three forest officers lost their lives in the fires and over 23,000 hectares were affected.
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Video
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Watch: Actor Zendaya, supermodel Gigi Hadid attend a Mumbai event in saris
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Caught on CCTV: Masked criminals hold jewellery shop owner at gunpoint and rob the store in Pune
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Eco India: How Delhi's waste pickers are ensuring food security and nutrition for their community
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Watch: Akshay Kumar pranks businessman Manish Mandhana for April Fool’s Day (and social media)
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Eco India, Episode 218: Can sustainable food production improve our consumption habits?
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Shimla’s first major development plan in four decades is a lost opportunity
A month after the Himachal Pradesh government unveiled the plan, the National Green Tribunal stayed it noting that it may result in disastrous consequences.
Vivek Gupta
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Hydropower projects are leading to the loss of endangered chilgoza trees in Himachal Pradesh
Locals in Kinnaur are protesting approvals given to new projects, which they fear will destroy the chilgoza pine, an important cash crop in the region.
Vivek Gupta
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In Punjab, the accelerating rate of groundwater depletion is worrying both farmers and experts
Every year, groundwater levels are falling by approximately 0.49 metres.
Vivek Gupta
The Reel
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Start the week with a film: ‘Bram Stoker’s Dracula’ has bite and beauty
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Web series ‘Jubilee’ is a ‘tribute to ambition’ of early Hindi film stars
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‘Viduthalai Part 1’ review: A blistering portrayal of power run amok
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‘Murder Mystery 2’ review: An enjoyably silly return to bumbling adventure
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‘Gaslight’ review: Exactly who is being gaslit here?
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In Chandigarh, frequent landfill fires highlight the need for proper waste management
The city’s garbage dump has caught fire 486 times in past 15 years, a situation that returned this summer again.
Vivek Gupta
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Now, another veterinary painkiller is accelerating extinction of vultures in India
A study conducted on four white-rumped vultures found dead in 2019 showed that they were exposed to nimesulide drug through the carcasses of cattle they ate.
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In a dictionary from 15th century India, illustrations of dolls, yo-yos and other playthings
It offers a glimpse into what childhood looked like in Central India’s Malwa Sultanate.
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The Field
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Former Test player Salim Durani dies at 88: ‘One of India’s most colourful cricketers’
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Sports world daily: Petra Kvitova wins Miami Open title; Arsenal beat Leeds, Chelsea lose to Villa
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IPL 2023: Wood stars as Lucknow Super Giants outplay Delhi Capitals for huge win in first home game
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Watch: PV Sindhu defeats Yeo Jia Min in thrilling contest to reach Spain Masters final
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IPL 2023: Arshdeep, Rajapaksa star as Punjab Kings defeat KKR in rain-curtailed match