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The Lancet Countdown stresses that climate action remains “a lifeline,” capable of saving millions of lives while protecting economies.

Mainstreaming violence-against-women considerations into every programme – not only those labelled “gender” – is essential.

A hospital bed or a health card is of limited use if people are unaware of it, or do not access it in time.

Preparing health and social-protection systems for a larger elderly population is no longer a distant concern.

The quiet success of these earthen islands offers a practical lesson: resilience grows strongest when communities raise the ground together.

Gelephu represents more than urban planning; it is Bhutan’s attempt to redefine success for the 21st century – proving that mindfulness and modernity can coexist.

As India celebrates its rich diversity, NABARD’s push for GI registrations not only safeguards centuries-old traditions but also fuels economic empowerment in rural heartlands, turning cultural assets into sustainable livelihoods.

As Nepal strives to meet global Sustainable Development Goals, stories like hers illuminate both the entrenched problems and the pathways to change.