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Women’s voices raised against hate in India
The Fearless Collective is a movement that helps citizens move from fear to love through the creation of participatory art in public space.
By Mehru Jaffer /...
Agriculture
Rising incomes do environment more harm than population growth
The number of people on the planet more than tripled since 1950 and could reach nearly 11 billion by the end of the century,...
Civil society
If security council fails, violation of UN charter should go before international court of justice
The UN security council faces the threat of a double veto by Russia and China against any possible sanctions or resolutions condemning Russia for...
Human rights
Stop weapons supply to Myanmar, rights expert urges
Conditions have 'worsened' in Myanmar following a military coup in February 2021, according to a UN human rights rapporteur.
Weapons exports to the military rulers...
Environment
Beginning to gather data on plastics, for a start
Research is on to estimate the quantity of marine plastic litter. There is no creditable nor dependable data to drive informed decision on handling...
Afghanistan
Red Cross: Global support critical for Afghanistan as COVID-19, measles run rampant
Health facilities have shut down for lack essential medical supplies and funds to pay for utilities and salaries.
Aid groups have sounded an upcoming health...
Civil society
People are hungry, says hunger watch survey
Many households had to go to sleep without eating. 41 per cent of general caste households surveyed reported that they had to sleep without...
Governance
Budget 2022 a roadmap for saturation of development schemes, says PM Modi
“Financial inclusion has ensured better participation of women in the financial decisions of the families. There is a need to push this participation of...
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