Indian middle class

Indian middle class: Aspiring giants, still facing economic bumps

Sluggish FMCG sales expose the chinks in the armour of the Indian middle class, and the upcoming budget holds the key to unlocking its true economic potential. #FMCG #middleclass #Budget2024 Read more »
World Lung Day 2023, lung health

From Delhi’s haze to global crisis: Why lung health matters more than ever

There is a need to focus on lung health as tuberculosis, lung cancer, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease have become leading causes of mortality globally. #lunghealth #society Read more »
Nirmala Sitharaman will present Budget 2025 on February 1

Budget 2025: Infrastructure blitz may continue; green energy, welfare schemes focus areas

With elections looming, Budget 2025 will tread cautiously, prioritising existing schemes and signalling a shift towards sustainable development. Read more »
cities and climate change

Ticking time bomb: Can our cities survive climate change?

The world’s megacities are facing the brunt of climate change with extreme weather, rising seas, and heatwaves ravaging urban centres. Read more »
coal gasification

Can coal gasification clean India’s energy act

India unveils an ambitious coal gasification plan to transform a climate villain, into a cleaner partner for its energy journey. #coal #greenenergy #sustainability Read more »
global supply chain, red sea attacks, trade deficit, exports

Red Sea attacks threaten supply chains, global prices

Red Sea attacks by Houthis spark expensive rerouting, price hikes, and global supply chain jitters. #Houthis #Redsea #Palestine #Israel #globalsupplychain #foodprices Read more »
Canada's visa cap

Open for business, closed for students? Canada’s visa cap raises red flags

Facing a housing crisis and public pressure, Canada blocks new international student permits for two years, impacting thousands, especially Indians. #Canada #education Read more »
Climate change, consumerism

Climate change: We need a behavioural revolution to save the planet

Our cravings are crushing the planet -- reduce mindless consumption to avert climate change and eventual human extinction, says study. #climatechange #sustainability #capitalism Read more »
Indian pharma industry, generic drugs industry

Indian Pharma: US approvals drive 30% profit surge, but safety concerns linger

Indian pharma industry poised for record profits as niche US approvals boom, but shadows of safety scandals cast doubt on long-term sustainability. #pharma Read more »
plastic waste

India’s plastic waste problem gets a 21st century roadmap

A new blueprint seeks to tackle India's plastic waste crisis, from data to innovation to behavior change. #plastic #pollution #sustainability Read more »