Agriculture

As the world grapples with the urgent need to combat climate change, India’s Biennial Update Report-4 serves as a testament to the power of proactive, inclusive, and equitable climate policies.

The reported increase of 156 sq km in forest cover is modest, with over 95 per cent of the gain occurring outside officially recorded forest areas.

Though the government is set to announce that the project represents innovative infrastructure driving regional transformation and a beacon of hope for the people of Bundelkhand, many environmentalists strongly oppose the project due to its environmental impact.

The proposed Green Bank is envisioned as a specialised institution under a global-standard climate-bank model, with a paid-up capital of Bangladeshi Taka 3.24 billion.

Policy discussions often overlook the socio-demographic diversity among PwDs and the types of disabilities. Collecting census data to account for the PwD population and its diversity is a crucial first step in formulating effective policies for ICT accessibility, especially in rural, remote, and underserved regions of India.

The positive growth in food exports, coupled with a reduction in imports, highlights Pakistan’s progress in leveraging its agricultural and food production capabilities.

The SCL Act, which covers 63 items, imposes taxes at high rates on staple foods such as rice, potatoes, and maize. Critics argue that while these taxes protect domestic agriculture, they also make basic foods costly, exacerbating malnutrition among poor families.

The panel discussion underscored the critical importance of accurately measuring poverty in India, not just as an academic exercise but as a foundational step toward addressing systemic inequities.