Delhi intensifies demolition drive as G20 summit approaches; 3 lakh people affected, say activists
Demolitions have happened as early as 4 am; people are given little time before being evicted
Urban Menace: The ‘pigeon problem’ in Indian cities is human-caused; here is how
Ready supply of food, adaptable nesting habits and prolific breeding have led to a huge jump in pigeon numbers across India in recent years
A low-carbon economy will only succeed if it is equitable
In global production and consumption chains political economy of ethics and environmental sustainability must remain pivotal
Governments and environmental groups are turning to international courts to address the impacts of climate change — podcast
The ICJ has addressed various environmental issues in the past, but this is the first time the global problem of climate change has come before …
Pine needles & leaves have made these Himachal women self-sufficient; here is how
They use abundantly available pine needles to weave items of everyday use and decor, earning a handsome monthly income
The world should start accepting Haitian refugees: Aprajita Kashyap
Down To Earth speaks to academician from Jawaharlal Nehru University’s Centre for Canadian, US & Latin American Studies on the …
Critically polluted: Treated effluents from Vapi CETP don’t meet safety standards, find pollution control boards
Industrial area’s comprehensive pollution index score hasn't been calculated in 5 years, say activists
Financial inclusion critical for building sustainable Indian cities
Financial inclusion not just a matter of economic growth, but also of social justice and ensuring sustainability
Why did 2024 Lok Sabha predictions miss the mark? Here’s the science behind exit polls
Experts say limitation of sampling methodology, reworking of uniform swing regions and structural issues could be behind polling industry mistakes
How Antarctica’s exceptional status is slipping away
COVID-19 pandemic showed that Antarctica’s isolation and remoteness cannot protect it from events in the rest of the world
Delhites should vote wisely; our children’s health and future depend on it: Bhavreen Kandhari
Founder of Warrior Moms outlines environmental issues the citizens of Delhi should keep in mind as they vote today
Annual Antarctic Treaty meet begins in Kochi: Tourism framework to tackle growing threats in talks for first time
46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting aims to foster international collaboration on scientific research and sustainable resource management …
Climate change hardly a burning issue for Indian voters
Indian democracy is yet to breed a new category of ‘climate voters’ as its electoral landscape has very little space for green …
Punjab’s ‘Donkey Flights’ to the world’s conflict zones
Widespread joblessness explains why Punjab’s migrants resort to desperate means to reach their final destinations
Lula not doing enough on his pledge to demarcate indigenous territories, say critics
The Brazilian leader’s decision to title two indigenous territories on April 18 has been criticised roundly by critics, who said it …
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (April 17, 2024)
Down To Earth brings you the top environmental cases heard in the Supreme Court, the high courts and the National Green Tribunal
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (April 4, 2024)
Neocolonial Raj has taken root in India
Inequality has been widening rapidly in the country since the 1990s
Suspect claims in Teva’s suit against Cipla
The US Federal Trade Commission has warned the Israeli drug firm its patents are wrongful as it sues Cipla aggressively
Right To Food: Give ration cards to 80 million unorganised and migrant workers within 2 months, directs SC
Ration cards must be issued irrespective of the quotas defined in section 3 of NFSA, says court
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (March 11, 2024)
Two years of Dhinkia violence: Villagers observe ‘Black Day’ in Bhubaneswar
Thirty people from Dhinkia sustained injuries after police baton-charged agitators trying to protect their betel vineyards from acquisition for …
MGNREGA: How mandating Aadhaar-based payment is pushing rural India into poverty, forcing migration
Over 89 million workers will be unable to access work and thereby receive wages under MGNREGA
Difficult for me to come to terms with the reality lived by Dom women on Varanasi’s cremation ghats: Radhika Iyengar
Author talks about her experiences while reporting for and writing her book, ‘Fire on the Ganges’, about the Dom community on the …
No apology has been offered for the system of indenture: Bhaswati Mukherjee
Former Ambassador speaks to Down To Earth on her latest book on the system of indenture, that led to 1.5 million Indians going to far-off lands
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