The discovery of native methane-eating bacteria in the country’s rice fields and wetlands offers a promising natural solution to mitigate climate change and combat greenhouse gases
August 07, 2024
Heat-absorbing bricks, reminiscent of those used in ancient kilns technology, could play a crucial role in achieving the United Nations' net zero emissions goal by 2050, offering a cost-effective alternative to current methods
August 07, 2024
A World Economic Forum report says that India’s nature-reliant economy faces severe risks from climate change that could bleed its national income by over 10 percent and push millions of people into poverty by 2100
August 07, 2024
From solarising its vast network of retail outlets to investing massively in green hydrogen, biofuels, renewables, and carbon offsetting, IndianOil is moving steadfastly towards its goal of achieving Net Zero by 2046. In this interview, Shrikant Madhav Vaidya, Chairman of Indian Oil Corporation Limited, traces the company’s achievements so far and its future plans. Edited excerpts:
August 07, 2024
Nearly 73 percent of independent weavers used to be at the mercy of traditional middlemen or master weavers for marketing and sales. But, the growing popularity of eCommerce and associated technologies has given the handloom sector a new lease on life
August 07, 2024
The programme emphasises diet, physical activity, and hygiene. It aims to improve maternal and child health, aligning with WHO guidelines and government plans
August 07, 2024
India's push for electric vehicles and renewable energy has thrust the spotlight on lithium, a critical mineral essential for battery production. However, challenges abound in securing domestic supplies and managing costs, casting a shadow over the nation's net zero goals
August 07, 2024
Government’s first attempt to price green hydrogen competitively hits a roadblock
August 07, 2024
With a 20-kilowatt geothermal pilot plant commissioned in Telangana, India has taken a significant step towards energy independence
August 07, 2024
India's top court has expanded its crackdown on illegal construction along the Ganga to address the wider crisis of river pollution caused by rampant plastic dumping
August 07, 2024