The economy grew 5.1% in the first nine months of the financial year 2019-20, compared with 6.3% in the same period last year. Read more »
Global GDP growth may be the slowest since 2009; world economy to strengthen in the second half of 2020, says forecaster Oxford Economics. Read more »
Mining industry’s contribution to the GDP is in the range of 2.2-2.5% and any decision-making paralysis in this sector will have a bearing on a large number of user industries. Read more »
The Paris Clime agreement has set stiff targets for carbon emissions to limit global warming due to human activities, but the developed nations are accused of taking policies inconsistent with the policy... Read more »
Climate change could result in water crises, famine, displacement and migration, and could spark off political stress, conflict. Read more »
High levels of ultrafine particles are a serious public health concern because of their small size, large surface areas, and the ability to get into the blood system. Read more »
Revival of the country's 5,55,557 small water bodies can help achieve water security, climate resilience. Read more »
At least 250 million children under five years of age in low- and middle-income countries are at risk of not attaining their developmental potential. Read more »
Kerala state Budget for financial year 2020-21 is a daring attempt by the finance minister to overcome the resource constraints and the depressed economic conditions.
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Government plans to make CIL an integrated energy company by setting up pithead thermal power plants. Read more »