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Ecology And Economy

What’s driving the protests against the Centre in Ladakh?

After the Centre took charge in 2019, 10 MoUs have been signed in two years. Activist Sonam Wangchuk’s fast recently drew attention to the simmering anxiety.

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· Feb 12, 2023 · 06:30 am

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In a Tamil Nadu village, palmyra climbers have turned sustainable fishers

Instead of trawling, residents of Tharuvaikulam have chosen gillnetting, which does not disturb the sea bed, helps conserve fuel and is often more profitable.

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After the Centre took charge in 2019, 10 MoUs have been signed in two years. Activist Sonam Wangchuk’s fast recently drew attention to the simmering anxiety.

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