South Asian MPs Propose Regional Climate Council
South Asian MPs propose a regional climate council (SACCC) to combat shared climate threats. Collective action is vital as the region faces severe GDP losses by 2050.
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Fatty food smells in pregnancy may raise child's obesity risk
New research reveals that smells of fatty foods during pregnancy can rewire a baby's brain, increasing future risks of obesity and diabetes. Learn how to protect your child's health.
RBI's New Rules for Foreign Bank Exposures
RBI mandates stricter exposure caps for foreign banks' overseas branches, effective April 2026. New rules aim to curb concentration risk and align with global standards. Read the full details.
RBI's 2026 Digital Banking Rules: What It Means for You
RBI's new digital banking framework, effective Jan 1, 2026, tightens bank approvals, mandates explicit customer consent, and bans service bundling. Learn how it protects users.
Colon Cancer: 5 Daily Habits to Reduce Your Risk
Colon cancer cases are surging among young adults. A gastroenterologist reveals 5 simple dietary changes to significantly lower your long-term risk. Learn the science-backed dos and don'ts.
India's Mega PSB Merger Plan: Balancing Scale and Risk
India plans new public sector bank mergers to create global-sized lenders. While aiming to fund major projects, the move raises concerns over heightened systemic risk and concentration. Can India achieve scale without amplifying vulnerabilities?
Genetic Factors Increase Cancer Risk for Indians: TMC Study
Tata Memorial Centre study identifies genetic factors that make Indians, especially from northeast, more vulnerable to oral cancer. Tobacco users develop cancer in just 10 years.
Climate Risks Threaten India's Export Industries, GDP
India's export industries face severe climate risks threatening 4.5% GDP by 2030. BCG report warns aluminum, steel sectors vulnerable to EU regulations. Learn how climate inaction impacts economy.
Pregnancy issues raise heart disease risk in middle age
New research reveals pregnancy complications like preeclampsia and gestational diabetes significantly increase long-term risks of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Experts call for better screening.
India's COP30 Success: Climate Finance Breakthrough Achieved
India celebrates major victories at COP30 climate summit with adaptation finance tripling, just transition mechanism, and global implementation accelerator established. Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav explains outcomes.
COP30 verdict: More talk than action on climate
COP30 climate talks in Brazil failed to deliver ambitious emission cuts. India faced extreme weather on 99% of days, highlighting urgent need for climate action and adaptation finance.
Assam's Climate Action: 6 Projects Done, 9 Ongoing
Assam govt completes 6 climate research projects, with 9 more in progress. The state's comprehensive Climate Change Action Plan features 211 actions across key sectors.
Climate Change Reshapes India's Venomous Snake Map
New research reveals climate change is forcing venomous snakes into new Indian regions, increasing snakebite risks. Public health systems must adapt to this emerging threat. Learn more about the national risk reorganization.
Bhilangana Lake Expansion Puts Uttarakhand at GLOF Risk
Scientific study reveals Bhilangana glacial lake's exponential growth since 2001, posing severe GLOF threat to Uttarakhand's communities and hydropower projects. Urgent monitoring needed.
Smoking 2-5 cigarettes a day doubles heart risk
A new study finds smoking just 2-5 cigarettes daily doubles heart disease risk. Cardiologist explains why zero cigarettes is the only safe option and recovery can take 30+ years.
JSW-TOI Earth Care Awards Open Nominations
JSW & Times of India invite applications for Earth Care Awards 2024. New 'Communicators for Climate Action' category honors impactful environmental storytelling. Apply by Nov 30!
Climate Change Alters Snake Habitats, Raises Bite Risk
New study reveals climate change is shifting venomous snake habitats across India, increasing snakebite risk for millions. Learn how warming temperatures affect snake distribution.
COP30 Brazil: Indigenous Mutirão Shapes Climate Summit
Discover how Brazil's COP30 championed 'mutirão' - an indigenous collective action approach creating new climate governance. Learn about this groundbreaking participatory model.
Real Climate Failures Beyond Brazil Summit Venues
The true shortcomings in climate action aren't in conference halls but in implementation gaps. Discover why 2025 climate policy progress remains inadequate despite summits.
COP30 Climate Summit Ends in Indecision and Delay
COP30 promised climate action but delivered turmoil instead. Shailendra Yashwant analyzes why the 2025 summit failed to deliver justice and implementation.
India Reaffirms Climate Equity at COP30 in Brazil
India takes strong stance on climate equity and justice at UNFCCC COP30 in Brazil, emphasizing developed nations' historical responsibility and opposing unfair financial burdens.
What is Climate Adaptation? Expert Explains
What does climate adaptation mean for our future? An expert explains how we must respond to the weather effects of a changing climate. Learn the key strategies now.
COP30: Oil Producers Win as Climate Talks Conclude
COP30 climate talks conclude with victory for oil producers like Saudi Arabia and Russia. Final declaration criticized as insufficient for planetary needs. Read analysis.
COP30: Power Shift as India, China Win Key Climate Concessions
COP30 climate summit in Brazil reflects a major power shift, accommodating India and China's concerns on finance and trade while omitting a fossil fuel phase-out roadmap demanded by EU nations.
COP30 Climate Talks Yield Limited Progress on Fossil Fuels
Global climate negotiations in Brazil produced agreement but failed to explicitly target fossil fuels. Key outcomes include adaptation finance boost and renewed focus on deforestation.
COP30 Climate Deal Reached, Sidesteps Fossil Fuels
Nations at COP30 in Brazil agreed on new climate efforts but the deal omits a direct fossil fuel phase-out plan. Critics call the agreement insufficient to meet the 1.5°C goal.
COP30 Talks in Overtime as EU Objects to Climate Deal
COP30 climate negotiations extend beyond deadline as European Union rejects proposed agreement. Brazil presidency scrambles to find compromise among 200 nations. Read latest updates.
India Rejects Uniform Fossil Fuel Phase-Out at COP30
India demands differentiated approach to fossil fuel phase-out at COP30, citing welfare schemes like Ujjwala. Brazil's political package faces deadlock over climate finance and trade measures.
Norway's $2 Trillion Fund Adopts AI for Climate Analysis
Norway's massive sovereign wealth fund, worth $2 trillion, is integrating AI tools into its investment analysis to combat climate change financial risks and push for net-zero emissions.
Debt Fund Risks: 3 Hidden Dangers for Investors
Discover the 3 major risks in debt mutual funds that Indian investors often overlook. Learn how to protect your investments from interest rate, credit, and concentration risks with expert guidance.
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