Programme Director, Environment Resource Unit, Centre for Science and Environment, New Delhi
Mauritius ranks first in Africa in Global Innovation Index 2021
But most African countries ranked low in the global index of 132 countries
India’s northeastern states desertifying most rapidly
Half of Nagaland is degraded, flags new report
COVID-19 now 2nd biggest cause of death in Africa: IHME
Africa might see 479,000 excess COVID-19 deaths by November 1
COVID-19 deaths in Africa jump 42% in a week
Infections rose 34% too; Southern Africa remains hotspot
COVID-19 is now India’s leading cause of death
Six more states report more than 4 death / million, taking total to 11
COVID-19 now 2nd biggest cause of death in India
Lack of preparedness makes for an asphyxiating crisis in just 8 weeks
Air pollution: Half of India’s death toll in these 5 states
Uttar Pradesh has the largest burden of both ambient, household air pollution