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In coastal Maharashtra, mangroves thrive as shoreline is claimed by rising sea
Ratnagiri district, with the state’s longest coast, is particularly vulnerable to rising sea levels that have sunk farmlands, decreased turtle nesting sites.
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India needs to take the methane emissions from landfills more seriously
Methane is a greenhouse gas 28 times more potent than carbon dioxide at warming the atmosphere over a 100-year period.
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India is not walking the talk on its climate pledges
In 2022, the Indian government made several attempts to dilute environmental laws and pushed for infrastructure projects in eco-sensitive areas.
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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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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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What are India’s plans to decarbonise its trucking, shipping and aviation sectors?
The transport sector in India accounts for 13.5% of all energy-related emissions, the third highest after the industrial and residential sectors.
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Can rich nations be held accountable for the pain caused to Maharashtra’s farmers by climate change?
At the coming COP27, India is pushing for a finance facility that could cover monetary losses caused by climate change.
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If India wants to fulfil its 2030 climate promises, it must take stronger steps: UN report
The report provides the latest assessment of scientific studies on current and estimated future greenhouse gas emissions.
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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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With 182 landslides this year, India urgently needs an early warning system
But there are challenges in the way, say scientists and experts.
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Explained: The legal battle over the potatoes used to make Lay’s chips
PepsiCo has appealed in the Delhi High Court against the revocation of its registration of a potato variety.
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Why accurate tracking and measuring of methane emissions is important in the climate fight
Methane is responsible for almost a quarter of global warming. Unreliable emissions inventories complicate climate change mitigation efforts, says a study.
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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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Supreme Court has set a bad precedent by letting industry get retrospective environmental clearance
Ex post facto approval allows industries to proceed with projects without prior sanction and compensate for any damage with fines.
Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com
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‘My village, my rule’: Forest rights are fostering self-sustaining communities in Maharashtra
The recognition of community forest rights has altered the lives of forest villagers of Gondia for the better.
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The world can halve greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, but only if it acts now: UN panel report
Meeting the ambitious target of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C by 2100 is possible, but will require countries to step-up, says the new report.
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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