India emerges as largest buffalo meat exporter

Exports by the country exceeded that of Brazil and Australia last year

Political parties show concern for environment in Punjab elections

Promise clean air and water; subsidies on solar appliances

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Centre clears ordinance on food security

The ordinance, if signed by the President, will come into immediate effect

Pre-election freebie distribution needs regulation: Supreme Court

Party leaders see red; claim intervention is unnecessary

Food security bill ordinance deferred

Cabinet to consult Opposition in special session of Parliament

Maharashtra elections: Welfare dominates tribal mandate

Vote likely to be split between the Congress, NCP and BJP

EU nations can ban GM crops, says EU environment panel

Will this move set the precedent for GM-free food production in the world?

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

Watch: What do electoral bonds disclose about violators of India’s environmental norms?

At least four of the major donors were associated with projects that violated environmental norms, snatched away tribal rights

India’s unhealthy patent amendments

Despite strong pleas, the Modi regime has changed the rules to impose a cost on those who challenge faulty patents

Environment in elections: Will climate change alter voting dynamics in Ladakh?

Scientists, journalists and others are confident that warning signs in the cold desert & Sonam Wanghchuk’s fast have made environment a …

Indian democracy’s tryst with trust

Elections in India are a paradoxical see-saw between trust and legitimacy crisis