Amrit Kaal vs New India: Why do we buy metaphysical political agenda in deep economic distress
India has not met any of the targets fixed for 2022; But ‘Amrit Kaal’ has now become the government’s vision for …
Simply Put: Antoinette’s gel pen
Simply put: PM's cloud theory
In mocking the dyslexic Modi just aped the insensitive Indian
As PM, Narendra Modi could have given a new dimension to the struggle of those suffering. he chose not to
If only ‘jal manthans’ could secure our water supply
Experts reiterate the old suggestions at the three-day meeting to strategise for better development and management of the country’s water …
'Thank You' : The expression of gratitude is now propaganda tool in an elected sphere
The Indian government thanking its chief executive for a decision which is a right of the citizen makes a point: The government and the prime …
Coronavirus update: Modi talks to India, has nothing much to say
PM makes it clear that free vaccination by Centre won’t be extended to those below 45
Simply Put: Keep away from water’s edge
Simply Put: Inderella: The Fairytale
Union Budget 2022-23: Number of centrally sponsored schemes cut by half
19 schemes under Ministry of Women & Child Development ‘rationalised’ revamped to only 3
Open defecation continues despite new toilets
Removing open defecation was one of the most touted goals of Swachh Bharat Mission, backed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Lakhs of toilets have …
Rivers, Provide and not Serve
Hydro-power, long irrigation canals, sand mining and water for industrial use: these are not what Maa Ganga in its magnanimity provides. These …
Simply Put: Farm laws & apologies
DTE Coverage of Delhi G20 Summit 2023
DTE delved into the environmental angle of the negotiations at Bharat Mandapam
Simply Put: India affected
COVID-19 vaccines for 15-18 year olds; boosters for healthcare, frontline workers, senior citizens with comorbidities
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announces next step of vaccination even as entire adult population is yet to be fully vaccinated
Demonetisation week two: how Azadpur market traders are reacting
In the second week after demonetisation was announced by the Centre, Down To Earth visits Azadpur market to find out how things are going
PM Narendra Modi’s ‘Give It Up’ campaign may usher in Acche Din for poor
In India, most people use firewod for cooking which is a major source of indoor air pollution
Why International Yoga Day is no cause for celebration in India
The debate around International Yoga Day is not about health benefits. It is about the media spectacle in the name of health when spending on …
Modi bats for judicious use of antibiotics
Antibiotic resistance is a critical global health issue which needs urgent attention
Power of the local
Panchayat elections almost contested with the Bihar poll. Is this desirable?
Modi flags off groundwater scheme
Part of Centre's water push along with plan to connect households to pipe network
A bullet train for traders
Modi's pet project will add speed to a saturated sector but do nothing for millions of passengers elsewhere
COVID-19: PM Modi announces 21-day complete lockdown
Union government initiates procurement of personal protective equipment for healthcare workers, bans export
Fault lines in expressway
To assess the extent of the ecological damage that construction activity is causing, Down To Earth travelled 250 km on the Char Dham Mahamarg …