Indigenous defenders stand between illegal roads, survival of Amazon rainforest — elections in Brazil, Peru could be a turning point
A victory for sustainability, conservation and culture in Brazil could resonate across political borders into Peru and the other seven countries …
Viral campaigns: COVID-19 norms openly flouted at political rallies in West Bengal amid surge
Large crowds packed tents, narrow lanes in West Bengal as India went from one grim COVID-19 milestone to another in April
Trump and Biden clash in debate: Experts react on court, race and election integrity
In a presidential debate September 29, 2020, Trump frequently interrupted and spoke over his challenger, Biden told Trump to “shut up”&…
Trump starts withdrawing US from WHO
Withdrawal process to take at least a year, will be effective from July 6, 2021
Verdict 2024: Poll results in Maharashtra’s onion belt reflect farmer fury for BJP
The NDA has lost 12 seats in the 13 Lok Sabha constituencies with the highest concentration of onion farmers
Environment in elections: Andhra’s Rayalaseema battling drought conditions for 4 years, but ignored in poll manifestos
87 Mandals in four districts classified as ‘severely affected’ areas with less than 50% Kharif and 20% Rabi operations seen since 2020
Environment in elections: Dhinkia ‘acid test’ for ruling BJD as betel farmers unhappy with JSW steel plant land acquisition
They accuse CM Naveen Patnaik-led government and police of colluding with the company and destroying the area’s ecological treasure
(Electoral) promises to keep
Political parties have released ‘promises’ in the run-up to elections in 5 states; Will voters buy them?
In Karnataka, politics has led to the effective ‘invisiblisation’ of farmers
All political parties in Karnataka continue to represent the interests of the feudal class, including those of the large farmers who constitute a …
COVID-19 update: India education ministry cancels board exams for Class X
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath, Delhi transport minister Kailash Gehlot test positive for virus
Environment in elections: Natural disasters overlooked in Himachal Pradesh poll campaigns
Environmental issues at bottom of both major political parties’ manifestos for June 1 elections, but not discussed in speeches
West Bengal platform demands green focus in poll agendas, releases charter of environmental issues
Politicians acknowledge environmental shortcomings but deflect responsibility to public; BJP MP advises against expecting significant action from …
Kenya election 2022: The candidates, issues and role of money in a fierce contest
Raila Odinga and William Ruto are the leading candidates in the polls
Migration crisis wasn’t handled well by Nitish government: Shaibal Gupta
Shaibal Gupta, social scientist at Asian Development Research Institute, spoke to DTE on Bihar polls and its national importance
West Bengal Panchayat election: Candidates in fray campaign on green issues
Environmentalists welcome trend, but point out slack from mainstream political parties
West Bengal polls: What’s in it for Adivasis and forest dwellers?
For political parties, tribal votes matter more than including tribal concerns in their political agenda.
Bihar elections 2020: Who is talking about safai karmacharis?
The Bihar govt refuses to identify manual scavengers; the latter continue to face abuse and death threats
Verdict 2024: Did farmer grievances about paddy MSP lead to BJD’s defeat in Odisha?
Leaders feel farmers may have bought into the BJP’s promise to pay Rs 3,100 as paddy MSP if it came to power
2024 Lok Sabha polls: With almost 50% electorate, women voters to drive elections this year
In recent times, women-based welfare schemes have played a major role in Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh polls
Madhya Pradesh assembly elections: Will MSP promises make a difference?
Madhya Pradesh government at present is buying 36% of wheat produce, 19% of paddy from farmers
Is Kamala Harris a reliable climate leader?
Harris, the democratic vice-presidential candidate, expressed support for the Green New Deal, but has represented the establishment wing of the …
Ethiopia’s poll has been pushed out by COVID-19. But there’s much more at play
It was only in October 2019 that Nobel Peace Prize winner and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stated explicitly that any delays in the poll would …