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The Green Paradox: How Climate Change is depleting your food of nutrients?

By : Shaurya Agarwal Abstract Human activities are increasing atmospheric carbon dioxide levels and raising global temperatures. This has accelerated plant growth across ecosystems worldwide, a phenomenon known as the “greening of the Earth.” However, there’s a trade-off: These fast-tracked plants would contain fewer nutrients per bite. This stands to hold severe repercussions for humans…
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Assessing the potential Impact of India’s river linking projects

By : Shaurya Agarwal Abstract On December 25, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation for the Ken-Betwa River Link Project in an attempt to solve the water scarcity in the Bundelkhand region that covers parts of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. This ₹45,000 crore project was inaugurated despite the objections raised by experts, including…
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Powering Change: How Blockchain Can Revolutionise Carbon Mitigation Efforts

By : Devyansh Atharv Abstract Blockchain has surfaced as a viable solution to deal with the ever-increasing harms of carbon emissions. Its decentralized, transparent, and immutable nature provides for a promising tool to combat and mitigate emissions in a way that has not been tried before. From being envisioned as the backbone of cryptocurrencies, it…
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Understanding Food Security in India

By : S Gopalakrishnan Introduction: Food insecurity is a ‘pressing public health concern’ for India. According to the data provided by the World Food Programme under the United Nations Organisation, one-fourth of the world’s undernourished people live in India. Despite a 13.7% decrease in the 2021-23 period, the crisis of undernourishment persists. While there is…
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War on the Fields: The Impact of Conflict on Agriculture and Food Security

By : Aditi Gupta Abstract: Conflict-induced food insecurity has severe humanitarian and environmental consequences, affecting millions worldwide. Warfare tactics such as the destruction of agricultural infrastructure, displacement of farmers and contamination of water sources disrupt food production, leading to famine and long-term environmental degradation. This paper explores the intersection of conflict, food security and environmental…
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Nanotechnology: Future of Eco-friendly AgriTech

By : Aditi Gupta Abstract: The integration of nanotechnology into agriculture represents a potential solution to the negative effects of past practices, such as excessive pesticide and fertiliser use following the Green Revolution in India. Nanofertilisers and nanopesticides counter environmental degradation and boost crop resilience to pests and pathogens, addressing modern agricultural challenges. Nanoparticles (NPs)…
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Trump, Tariffs and Trade

By: Siddharth Gokhale Abstract President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders and comments on tariffs and the status quo of global trade have sparked speculation over the future of U.S. trade policy and whether there exists a looming threat of a trade war in the forthcoming months. They do not, however, come as a surprise. During…
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Trump, Tariffs and Trade

President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders and comments on tariffs and the status quo of global trade have sparked speculation over the future of U.S. trade policy and whether there exists a looming threat of a trade war in the forthcoming months. They do not, however, come as a surprise. During his first stint at…
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Transforming Roads and Connecting India with ‘The Bharatmala Project’

Bharatmala Pariyojana, which translates to the Garland of India, is an ambitious highway development initiative launched by the government of India to modernize and expand the country’s road infrastructure. Envisioning the construction of approximately 34,800 kilometres of roadways, the project aims to optimize the movement of freight and passengers, reduce logistics costs, and enhance connectivity…
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Public Examinations (Unfair Means Prevention) Bill 2024: A Legislative Comment

With the number of candidates sitting for competitive examinations increasing exponentially each year, their efficacy is being questioned like never before. The recent controversy around the perusal of unfair means in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) has posed a question on the purported meritocracy of these examinations. Amidst all this, the union government…
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TikTok Ban: A Global Policy Protection Phenomenon

The rise of TikTok, a popular social media platform developed by ByteDance, has sparked global debates over national security, data privacy, and international tech policy. Various countries have responded to these concerns by imposing bans or restrictions on the app, citing potential risks associated with data exploitation and foreign governmental influence. This article examines the…
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The SKY’s the Limit: Powering Farmers with Solar Energy

Soaring under the SKY, Gujarat’s farmers are turning sunshine into income. The Suryashakti Kisan Yojana transforms agriculture with solar power, blending sustainability with financial freedom. By harnessing renewable energy, farmers reap double benefits—daytime electricity and extra earnings—proving that when the sun shines, everyone wins.
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