Three times the area of Greenland, the ozone hole covers most of the central Arctic; no reason to worry yet, say scientists. Read more »
The government eased the curbs for farm sector to ensure uninterrupted supply of essential items to the common man and to cushion the impact of the lockdown. Read more »
John Samuel lists political, economic and social consequence of the covid-19 pandemic. Read more »
The government and the RBI have taken some useful steps, but the situation warrants bolder measures like the ones initiated by the US and UK, says Dr Charan Singh. Read more »
The success in reversing the damage to ozone layer may prompt world nations to act swiftly and decisively on greenhouse gas emissions that threaten irreversible climate changes. Read more »
The G20 leaders promised to implement all necessary health measures needed to stop the virus from spreading. Read more »
FM Nirmala Sitharaman announces several schemes to put money in the hands of the poor, most vulnerable. Read more »
One of the reasons for the fast spread of the virus in Europe and America is the relatively weak public healthcare system. Read more »
The Narendra Modi government announces easier compliance in areas such as income tax, GST, customs & excise, banking and trade. Read more »
India and the other developing countries just have a 20-year window to use its coal deposits. Read more »