time to rethink the environmental social and governance criteria
Posted in Mains C A Editorial Analysis Environment Governance GS 3

It’s time to rethink the environmental social and governance criteria

The article looks into effectiveness of the ESG approach in addressing global challenges like climate change and social inequality.

Hurdles on the path to green growth — and how to remove them
Posted in Mains C A Editorial Analysis Environment GS 3

Hurdles on the path to green growth — and how to remove them

Government support is critical for technology transition to achieve climate goals.

What is carbon farming?
Posted in Mains C A Editorial Analysis Environment GS 3

What is carbon farming?

Carbon farming emerges as a viable solution that not only mitigates climate change but also enhances resilience in the agricultural sector.

Analysing labour on a warming planet
Posted in Mains C A Economic Development Editorial Analysis Environment GS 3

Analysing labour on a warming planet

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has released its latest report, ‘Ensuring Safety and Health at Work in a Changing Climate’, highlighting the urgent need to climate-proof labor

Empower the guardians of the earth
Posted in Mains C A Editorial Analysis Environment GS 3

Empower the guardians of the earth, do not rob them

A unilateral decision to establish three wildlife sanctuaries in the southern Nicobar will deprive the indigenous peoples of their ancestral territories and lifeways

India’s Arctic imperative
Posted in Mains C A Editorial Analysis Environment Geography GS 1 GS 3

India’s Arctic imperative

In March 2024, India successfully concluded its first winter expedition in the Arctic, marking a significant milestone in its polar research efforts.

What is a citizen’s ‘right to be free from the adverse effects of climate change’, underlined by Supreme Court?
Posted in Mains C A Constitution | Polity Editorial Analysis Environment GS 2 GS 3

What is a citizen’s ‘right to be free from the adverse effects of climate change’, underlined by Supreme Court?

Supreme Court has expanded the scope of Articles 14 and 21 to include the “right against the adverse effects of climate change”.

Human dog relationship
Posted in Mains C A Editorial Analysis Environment GS 1 GS 3 Indian Society

The human-dog relationship, conflict and coexistence

The media often highlights sensational stories of human-dog conflict, but these narratives oversimplify complex socio-ecological dynamics.

black carbon emissions
Posted in Mains C A Editorial Analysis Environment Governance GS 2 GS 3

The need to curb black carbon emissions

Black carbon emissions harms the environment and health. The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) aims to reduce such emissions from residential units.

Water
Posted in Mains C A Editorial Analysis Environment Geography GS 3

World Water Day

The World Water Day initiative, serves as a global platform to raise awareness and mobilize action on pressing water-related challenges.

Forest Fires
Posted in Mains C A Environment GS 3

Forest Fires in India

For nearly a week, the Coonoor forest range in the Nilgiris of Tamil Nadu has been engulfed by intense forest fires.

Bengaluru Water Shortage
Posted in Mains C A Disaster and Disaster Management Environment Geography GS 3

Bengaluru Water Shortage

Bengaluru, the third most populated city in India, is experiencing the most severe drinking water shortage in its almost half a millennium existence.