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Background The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a remote archipelago in the Bay of Bengal, are renowned for their pristine beaches, rich biodiversity and vibrant indigenous cultures. Much of the rich biodiversity has remained undiscovered in parts of the islands, and the fragile ecosystem faces significant environmental challenges. The island of Great Nicobar, a part of […]
Introduction The transport sector is estimated to emit 12 per cent of the CO2 emissions in India, making it one of the top contributors to pollution in the country. Vehicle Scrapping Policies (VSP) have been introduced as incentive programs that encourage the replacement of old vehicles with newer, more efficient vehicles. On the face of it, […]
Amidst international pressure for a large-scale shift from coal, India has pledged to reduce its coal consumption, aiming to generate 50% of its power from renewable sources by 2030. Yet, six years before the goal year, coal still accounts for 70% of India’s electricity generation. In fact, in February 2024, the utilisation of coal was […]
Inter-state water disputes pose complex challenges, intertwining the needs of various stakeholders with ecological imperatives. This article delves into the Mahadayi River dispute, highlighting the perspectives of Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Goa, while probing the perplexing questions surrounding equitable water allocation and environmental preservation.
Background India currently stands as one of the world’s largest tobacco producers and exporters, second only to China and Brazil, respectively. Across 120 countries, the production of tobacco covers an estimated area of 4 million hectares of land. Despite being a party to the World Health Organisation Framework Convention on Tobacco Control in 2004, which […]
Introduction Delhi, the bustling capital city of India, records higher temperatures every year during summer. The summer of 2023 recorded the highest temperature of 2023 at 42.9°C in May (Akhtar, 2023). Surrounding semi-urban areas around Delhi, such as Basai and Jhajjar, also witnessed high temperatures throughout the same month; however, while Delhi experienced an average […]
Abstract For India, a nation grappling with a rapidly growing population, urbanisation and environmental degradation, water conservation is a critical priority. Current data stresses India’s need to strengthen its conservation tactics and policies to tackle the upcoming challenge of water scarcity in the country. This paper looks at the current state of water bodies and […]
Odisha, located on India’s eastern coast, is one of the states that faces significant challenges due to climate change. Odisha has a coastline of approximately 480 kilometres and is home to approximately 15 million people, most of whom are involved in agriculture, fishing, tourism, and other informal activities.
Abstract India is currently at a complex standpoint since, as the most populous country, it is continuously exploring new and alternative energy due to its growing energy needs. Yet, it is now also among the largest emitters in the world. Amidst India’s energy transition goals, the country is moving towards expanding its share of renewable […]
India has always been strongly positioned in international climate action dialogues. It is considered a big player in investments and advocacy, as well as a central voice for climate financing, especially for what is considered the global south. At the recent COP28 hosted by the United Arab Emirates in Dubai, India again advocated for the […]