type here...
More
    - Advertisement -

    India

    Agri-technology

    IIT Ropar to Lead ₹990 Crore National AI Push in Indian Agriculture

    While the initiative has generated excitement among policy makers, experts note that deepening AI adoption in agriculture will require strengthened infrastructure – including rural broadband, sensor networks and interoperable data systems – as well as a focus on data privacy, inclusion, and affordability for marginal farmers.
    OWSA Staff -
    Civil society

    Political Consulting is Changing the Face of Election Campaigns

    The professionalization of politics has undoubtedly brought efficiency. Yet efficiency alone cannot substitute for legitimacy or internal strength. As political parties increasingly rely on consultants, the real test lies not in how loudly they can communicate, but in how accurately they can interpret their own political realities.
    OWSA Contributor -
    Artificial Intelligence

    Google Unveils $15 Billion Investment to Build Full-Stack AI Hub in Visakhapatnam

    As the India AI Impact Summit 2026 continues to foster multilateral collaboration, Google’s monumental investment in Visakhapatnam stands as a testament to the belief that with responsible deployment, India will not just participate in the AI revolution, but actively lead it.
    OWSA Staff -
    Artificial Intelligence

    India Champions Inclusive Artificial Intelligence at Global Summit in New Delhi

    As discussions closed, officials framed the moment as an inflection point: a chance to define whether AI becomes a source of inequality or a tool of mass empowerment.
    OWSA Staff -
    Air

    Supreme Court Prioritizes Public Health and Environment in Landmark Ruling Against Cement Factory

    Groups like Greenpeace India praised it for upholding the precautionary principle amid rising pollution levels, noting cement plants contribute significantly to air toxins like sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, linked to acid rain and respiratory ailments.
    OWSA Staff -
    Corruption

    Nepal and India Ink Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty to Combat Transnational Crime

    Officials are optimistic that the successful conclusion of the MLA deal will provide the necessary momentum to finalise the new extradition treaty.
    OWSA Contributor -
    Agriculture

    Shivraj Singh Chouhan UnveilsBharat-Vistaar App in Jaipur; AI is to Empower Farmers, He Says

    By bringing advanced AI tools to the fields of millions of farmers, Bharat-Vistaar could emerge as a cornerstone of India’s digital agriculture infrastructure – fostering smarter, more resilient, and more prosperous farming communities across the country.
    OWSA Staff -
    Empowerment

    From Rural Margins to Media Trailblazers: India’s Women Journalists are Rewriting the News

    Language plays a critical role in Khabar Lahariya’s mission. Publishing in local dialects like Bundeli, Awadhi and Bhojpuri, ensures that news is accessible, relatable and empowering for rural communities.
    OWSA Contributor -
    1...192021...129Page 20 of 129
    - Advertisement -

    Latest News

    Artificial Intelligence

    Sri Lanka Moves to Speed Up Police Clearances for ICT Talent Seeking Global Contracts

    Sri Lanka’s technology professionals operate in a global marketplace where speed and reliability of supporting documentation can decide outcomes.
    Climate change

    Global South Communities Demand Fossil Fuel Giants Pay for Climate Damage Ahead of COP31

    The statement crystallises a simple principle: climate justice is not charity. It is accountability. Communities in Sri Lanka still recovering from Ditwah, Pacific Island nations facing existential sea-level rise, African farmers confronting prolonged droughts and South Asian workers enduring extreme heat are not asking for handouts.
    Accountability

    India Sets 15-Day Deadline for Rural Job Scheme Complaints Under New VB-G RAM G Rules

    The Ministry of Rural Development has stated that the rules seek to institutionalise a citizen-centric, accessible and time-bound framework, thereby reinforcing the rights and entitlements of rural households under the scheme. 

    Must read

    Artificial Intelligence

    Sri Lanka Moves to Speed Up Police Clearances for ICT Talent Seeking Global Contracts

    Sri Lanka’s technology professionals operate in a global marketplace where speed and reliability of supporting documentation can decide outcomes.
    Climate change

    Global South Communities Demand Fossil Fuel Giants Pay for Climate Damage Ahead of COP31

    The statement crystallises a simple principle: climate justice is not charity. It is accountability. Communities in Sri Lanka still recovering from Ditwah, Pacific Island nations facing existential sea-level rise, African farmers confronting prolonged droughts and South Asian workers enduring extreme heat are not asking for handouts.
    - Advertisement -

    You might also likeRELATED
    Recommended to you

    Maternal and Child Health

    Abortion in Canada — Legal for Decades But Hindered by Stigma

    Abortion access differs by province partly because healthcare in...
    Inter Press Service -
    Agri-technology

    India Unveils World’s First Genome-Edited Rice Varieties, Ushering in a New Era in Agriculture

    In a landmark development poised to reshape the future of agriculture, Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday announced the successful creation of the world’s first genome-edited rice varieties developed indigenously in India.
    OWSA Staff -
    Accountability

    US War Crimes in Afghanistan: Allegations of Impunity and Double Standards

    In the wake of the New York Times’ revelations, key questions arise: Why was Golsteyn targeted so aggressively while the Nerkh case was quashed? Which decisions were taken higher up the chain of command? And what reforms, if any, will emerge to prevent recurrence?
    OWSA Contributor -
    Accountability

    Sri Lanka Under FATF Scrutiny as NGO Oversight Measures Draw Global Attention

    The balance struck in Colombo will be watched as a test case for risk-based implementation of FATF Recommendation 8 across the region.
    Afghanistan

    Afghanistan’s Opium Cultivation Surges 325% in 2026 Despite Taliban Ban, UN Reports

    Sustained monitoring will be essential to determine whether 2026 marks a temporary adjustment or the start of a broader recovery of Afghanistan’s opium economy.
    Clean tech

    Sri Lanka Weighs Nuclear Option for Reliable Low-Carbon Power

    The desire for energy security and cleaner power is clear, yet the institutional, financial and technical thresholds for nuclear energy remain high.

    Editor Picks

    Climate Change

    Hot Topics

    About OWSA

    OWSA aims to be the place global citizens turn to for news and views concerning human development from across SouthAsia – the kind of news untouched by the mainstream media. We do not sell fear.

    Follow Us

    © 2021 All Rights Reserved. www.owsa.in