Session on climate change impact on education and health held
Yi Mysuru, in collaboration with Daksha College and SVYM, Mysuru, organised a session titled “Climate change impact on education and health” at Daksha Degree College here. The session witnessed participation from around 120 students, engaging them in discussions on one of the most pressing global challenges of our times. Yi Mysuru, in collaboration with Daksha […]
£22bn for ‘unproven’ green tech could raise bills, MPs warn
The government is committing billions of pounds to an “unproven” green technology for reducing planet-warming gases without considering the impact on consumers’ bills, MPs have warned. Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) facilities prevent carbon dioxide, produced by industry, being released into the atmosphere by capturing and storing it underground. In October, the government pledged […]
People get water tested, stay vigilant & come together to spread awareness
Pune: Citizens across the city are taking preventive measures on their own in addition to following advice by civic bodies to stay safe from Guillain Barré Syndrome (GBS). Swati Pisal, a resident of Karan Suncoast society in Bavdhan Budruk, said, “We clean our water tank every six months. Ever since GBS cases started to get […]
XLRI announces XAT 2025 cut-offs for Business, Human Resource Management courses
XLRI has announced XAT 2025 cut-off marks for BM and HRM programmes, highlighting lower cutoffs for female candidates to promote gender diversity. XLRI-Xavier School of Management has announced XAT 2025 cut-off marks for interviews for admission to two postgraduate courses – Business Management (BM) and Human Resource Management (HRM) – at xatonline.in. For the Business […]
KETOS and Siemens join forces to revolutionize water management with AI and Robotics
KETOS a leading water intelligence innovator, and Siemens, a leading technology company, have partnered to provide water quality solutions and improve water management for water operators. The partnership focuses on the industrial and municipal water sectors and aims to provide comprehensive water quality management solutions. KETOS and Siemens have joined forces to equip water operators […]
Tracking air: As Delhi AQI worsens, experts call for long-term solutions
Air quality index (AQI) soared past 350 level in parts of Delhi on Thursday and experts cautioned that as weather turns colder it may breach the 400-mark ceiling and enter the ‘severe’ zone soon, notwithstanding the incidents of stubble burnings which have nosedived from 17,529 in 2020 to 4,262 this year. Bursting of firecrackers too […]
Republic Day 2025: Eco-friendly R-Day practices to pledge for patriotism and sustainability
Republic Day 2025: The special day to mark the transition of the Indian state to a democracy is celebrated every year on January 26. With a lot of pomp and grandeur, the day of the adoption of the Indian Constitution is celebrated. The Republic Day parade takes place on January 26 at Rajnath, New Delhi. […]
BWSSB proposes strict curbs to tide over harsh summer
Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) is likely to ban the use of drinking and borewell water for car washing, fountains, construction and recreational activities, if the situation worsens in summer. Water tankers will also face the heat if last year’s situation prevails. BWSSB chairman Ram Prasat Manohar said as groundwater has started depleting […]
Kattakada launches community-driven water conservation drive ahead of summer
Kattakada constituency has taken proactive steps to ensure a sustainable water supply during the scorching summer months. On Sunday, a major community-driven initiative was launched as part of the renowned Jalasamrudhi project for water conservation, coinciding with World Wetlands Day. The initiative involves digging percolation pits across residential areas, schools and other public spaces, and […]
My Sustainable Living Challenge- 2024
‘My Sustainable Living Challenge’ is an online gamified learning platform that provides a six-week interactive journey, offering valuable knowledge on the key sectors of sustainable living such as food, housing, and transportation. It is a journey in an immersive environment where a person can learn about sustainability, system change, the impact of your lifestyle, how […]