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The BBNJ Agreement will enable India to enhance its strategic presence in areas beyond the country's EEZ (Exclusive Economic Zone).“This historic decision marks a significant step towards the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction...

In Srinagar, around 114.57 tonnes of waste have been collected from the twin routes to the Amarnath shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas since the start of the annual pilgrimage 10 days ago, officials said on Monday, as part of ground-breaking sanitation measures to ensure an "eco-friendly...

Abu Dhabi [UAE], the UAE Pavilion at the Expo announced its participation in Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan, which will begin in April 2025 under the theme "Designing a future society for our lives."The announcement was made through an opening ceremony held on the grounds of the UAE Pavilion at the...

New Delhi: The Union Ministry of Rural Development on Friday signed an MoU with a company to facilitate sustainable transportation to members of women self-help groups by providing electric bicycles.The agreement was signed with Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) for Sustainable...

As part of the workshop, Anna Roy, Mission Director, WEP and Chief Economic Advisor, NITI Aayog, launched several initiatives.Highlights included the announcement of a partnership between MAVIM and MSC under FWC to improve access to finance through alternative credit scoring mechanisms and...

EleFant, a mobile app-based toy library, has raised Rs 6 crore (around $750,000) in its seed round co-led by Malpani Ventures, Venture Catalysts with participation from several notable investors and family offices. EleFant was founded in 2023 by Sourabh Jain, a devoted father inspired by his...

VMPLNew Delhi [India], July 5: EleFant, a mobile app-based toy store, has raised Rs 6 crore (about US$750,000) in its seed round co-led by Malpani Ventures, Venture Catalysts, with participation from several investors and notable family members. Offices. EleFant was founded in 2023 by Sourabh...

Dubai [UAE], Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Energy Council, Director General and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), and President of the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) , announced that the 10th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) will be held...

Mumbai: Greaves Finance has appointed P B Sunil Kumar as its new executive director and chief executive officer to accelerate financing in the electric vehicle segment, the company said on Thursday.In this role, Kumar will lead the company's efforts to provide convenient and customized...

Guwahati (Assam) [India], Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles Pabitra Margherita underlined the critical role of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in fostering sustainable development and inclusive growth in the northeast region.Speaking at the valedictory session of the...

Baltal (J-K), To create awareness among Amarnath yatra pilgrims against the use of single-use plastic and about recycling, authorities have launched an exhibition, "Waste to Wonder", in Baltal, one of the two base camps for the pilgrimage to the Cave Shrine in the South Kashmir Himalayas.More...

This year, AISRF funding went to five projects across various disciplines, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, biotechnology, urban mining and e-waste recycling, ultra-low-cost solar energy, and clean hydrogen technologies. .The recipients are Ludhiana; IIT-Delhi...

Rio de Janeiro [Brazil], India's G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant led the Indian delegation at the 3rd G20 Sherpa meeting in Rio de Janeiro, the Ministry of External Affairs said.In a post on Twitter, official spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs Randhir Jaiswal wrote, "India's G20 Sherpa...

Rangareddy (Telangana) [India], The G20 Global Land Initiative (G20 GLI) at the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), in collaboration with the Heartfulness Institute, successfully concluded the 'Youth Acts' event - Planting for a Sustainable Future' at Kanha Shanti Vanam...

By Shailesh YadavMonte Carlo [Monaco], the 11th edition of the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (MEBC) has begun, involving 450 engineering students from 40 universities in 25 countries.Team Sea Sakthi from Kumaraguru College of Technology is the only Indian team to qualify for the Monaco...

The latest report by PwC India says that with promoters building impressive businesses in tier 2 and 3 cities, their number is set to grow rapidly.The Indian economy is on the rise and family businesses are contributing to its expansion, both large conglomerates and small-to-medium-sized...

In recent years, consumers have become environmentally conscious and the mutual fund segment also reflects this trend. Interest in sustainable investing has skyrocketed in India, with ESG (environmental, social and governance) funds gaining popularity.So what are ESG funds, how do they work...

Dubai [UAE], Emirates Nature-WWF has launched its second free summer training series called 'Nature's Resilience' to enhance the UAE community's skills on nature and the environment.Hosted as part of the Leaders of Change program, the series provides nature lovers and changemakers with insight...

Maceio [Brazil] Rajya Sabha members Kalpana Saini and Sangeeta Yadav attended the first P-20 Parliamentary Women's Meeting in Maceio, Brazil from June 30 to July 2.The P-20 Meeting of Women Parliamentarians, with the theme "Building a just world and a sustainable planet", was dedicated to...

PNNNew Delhi [India], July 3: In a pioneering step towards environmental sustainability, Climeto Sustainable Services Pvt Ltd has achieved a major milestone by becoming the first Indian environment and climate change consulting firm to register and obtain accreditation for a Voluntary Credit...