India granted 'observer' status in Arctic Council

Science and Technology - Briefs

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Cop-out

Hopes were pinned on the latest UN climate summit at Lima. It was supposed to prepare the ground for a new climate deal that will replace the …

‘Let me be blunt’: What’s bothering WHO chief on COVID-19

WHO Director-General expresses concern over rising cases of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

COVID-19 and the global energy structure’s geopolitical framework

The US — one of the largest consumers of global energy from the 1950s till 2018 — is now emerging as a major energy supplier to the …

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Trimming fats

The US is determined to eliminate trans fatty acids from its food. Can India do the same?

'Dolphin-safe' labels for tuna held illegal

World Trade Organisation says US policy restricts tuna trade

Rogue GM crops wreak havoc

Monsanto’s unauthorised GM wheat in the US has spooked the world, but contamination is widespread

When business rules our kitchens

Universal health scare

The country’s planners are debating how to provide healthcare to all. In a drastic shift from the 65-year-old public health system, the …

Countries move away from coal even as India moves towards it

Germany, Japan, Spain and the US have all decided to move to renewable energy

US seeks strict scrutiny of World Bank lending to hydroelectric projects

External evaluation process to ascertain effectiveness of lendings recommended

Why Bihar serves poor quality meals to school kids

There are no guidelines for hygienic preparation and handling of mid-day meals for children; monitoring at local level virtually non-existent

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Climate of irrationality

Developed and developing countries are divided over regulating super greenhouse gases under Montreal Protocol

Nigeria was once an indisputable leader in Africa: What happened?

The intractable problems of Boko Haram and Islamic State, coupled with kidnappings, have created a security crisis in the country

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Think before you drink

Studies confirm energy drinks like Red Bull can be unsafe. India yet to limit their caffeine content

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