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Plastic Packaging Waste Leads Pollution In Ganga’s Biodiversity Hotspot

Study warns of threats to endanger aquatic species as household debris dominates river stretch in Jharkhand Packaging waste has emerged as the largest contributor to plastic pollution along a high-biodiversity stretch of the Ganga in Jharkhand, a recent study has found. Researchers from the Wildlife Institute of India documented 37,730 items of debris across a […]

India Set To Lead Global Push On Green Hydrogen, Says Report

Strong asset base and policy support place India ahead in the race, says S&P Global report India is emerging as a frontrunner in the global hydrogen industry, with particular strength in green hydrogen, according to new data compiled by S&P Global. The report noted that India’s ability to become a low-cost supplier hinge on maintaining […]

Premier Energies Wins $19.95 Mn Solar Contracts In Benin

Indian renewable-energy company will deploy rooftop solar systems, streetlights, and water heaters to enhance energy access and efficiency across urban and rural communities in the West African nation Premier Energies has won solar contracts worth USD 19.95 million (about Rs 177 crore) in the Republic of Benin, marking a significant step in the West African […]

Leads Agri Genetics Opens Private Genomics Centre For Cattle And Crops

This facility aims to drive sustainability, food security and rural livelihoods through cutting-edge research Leads Agri Genetics, a subsidiary of Leads Connect, has launched India’s first privately-owned Integrated centre of excellence for cattle and plant genomics, positioning the facility as both a scientific milestone and a corporate social responsibility (CSR)-driven initiative aimed at boosting farmer […]

Women Form Only 26% Of India’s Workforce, Finds Report

Study highlights leadership gaps, workplace barriers, and sectoral imbalances Women continue to make up just 26 per cent of India’s workforce, a figure that has remained unchanged for three years, according to the ‘India’s Best Workplaces for Women and DEIB 2025’ report by Great Place to Work India. The study showed a steep decline in […]

REC Bags Sustainability Icons Award 2025 For ESG Excellence

Maharatna NBFC recognised for embedding ESG principles into core operations REC, a Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, has been honoured with the Sustainability Icons Award 2025 for its excellence in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. The award was presented by Arjun Ram Meghwal, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for […]

Waste Pickers’ Voices Take Centre Stage In Circular Economy Debate

Waste pickers gain recognition as partners in the circular economy, with focus on dignity, livelihoods, and inclusive waste system reforms Efforts to advance the circular economy are moving towards models that recognise waste pickers as equal partners in innovation rather than treating them solely as subjects of formalisation. The shift in emphasis places dignity, inclusion, […]

Svayam, UN India, Unesco Bring Accessible Durga Puja In Delhi

Delhi’s Pandara Road Puja adopts UN- Unesco accessibility guidelines, setting a model for inclusive cultural celebrations across India Accessibility took centre stage at this year’s Durga Puja celebrations in the capital as Svayam, an accessibility organisation, joined hands with the Pandara Road Puja Committee, UN India and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation […]

NRL Recycling Acquires Tycod Autotech In Rs 24 Crore All-cash Deal

Acquisition strengthens NRL’s shift from recycling to automotive manufacturing Nupur Recycling (NRL), a player in recycling and waste management, has acquired Tycod Autotech in an all-cash transaction valued at Rs 24 crore. The move marks a significant step in the company’s bid to move up the value chain through forward integration. The acquisition enables NRL […]

Camfil Expands Manesar Facility, Boosts India’s High-efficiency Air Filter Supply

New production line to serve hospitals, pharma, biotech and semiconductor sectors with certified HEPA and ULPA filters Camfil, the Sweden-headquartered air filtration specialist, has expanded production at its Manesar plant with the commissioning of a new line dedicated to HEPA and ULPA filters, reinforcing its presence in India’s growing clean air market. The additional line […]