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Rise and rage of pastoralists

India, Aug. 26 -- Pastoralists across the world are on a mission to gain recognition and restoration of rights as stewards of rangelands, which cover about half of the world's landmass. In August, Ula... Read More


Daily weather tracker: Heavy rain, thunderstorms and lightning alert issued across several states; people advised to stay vigilant

India, Aug. 26 -- Summary Heavy rain is expected across more than twelve states, with authorities urging residents to remain alert and take necessary precautions. Madhya Pradesh faces a flash-flood ... Read More


We finally have some encouraging news on Great Barrier Reef water quality

India, Aug. 26 -- A comprehensive study of Great Barrier Reef catchments reveals that water quality has improved in bursts rather than steadily, often after shifts in rainfall, cyclones, land use and ... Read More


Fossil fuel import bills surge over $330 billion in six months since Hormuz crisis: CREA

India, Aug. 26 -- Fossil fuel importers have paid over $330 billion extra in six months since the Hormuz crisis began in February 2026, This makes it the largest sustained price shock since the 1990 ... Read More


Rigid thermal power contracts putting India's energy transition at risk, finds CSE study

India, Aug. 25 -- An RTI-based CSE study says rigid long-term thermal power purchase agreements are putting India's energy transition at risk. The report says coal contracts remain designed for an er... Read More


Lithium carbonate prices fall 10.3%, energy storage cells extend decline as market eyes 2027 surplus

India, Aug. 25 -- Battery-grade lithium carbonate prices are set to average about RMB 140,000 per tonne in August, a 10.3% monthly drop, while high-capacity energy storage cell prices fell 4% in July,... Read More


Ebola and the politics of vaccines

India, Aug. 25 -- The story explores how Ebola exposes deep inequities in global vaccine politics. While COVID-19 spurred rapid, lavishly funded innovation for rich nations, African outbreaks like Eb... Read More


Sugar prices rise 30% in a month as weather shocks expose inflation risk flagged by RBI

India, Aug. 25 -- Sugar prices rose nearly 30% in a month, from Rs 48.73 per kg on July 24 to Rs 63.05 per kg on August 24, according to government price data. The rise has renewed focus on the Reser... Read More


India's solar PV manufacturing capacity hits 100 GW, but upstream import dependence remains high: NITI Aayog

India, Aug. 25 -- India's solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing capacity has risen to 100 gigawatts (GW) by August 2025 from less than 3 GW in 2014, but the sector remains heavily dependent on ... Read More


ICAR registers 16 new livestock and dog breeds

India, Aug. 25 -- ICAR has registered 16 new indigenous livestock and dog breeds, expanding India's documented animal genetic resources to 262. Approved by the Breed Registration Committee in New Del... Read More