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THRIFTING CULTURE REDEFINING THE ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AMONG YOUTHS

The rising popularity of thrifting culture among youths is reshaping consumer habits and contributing significantly to environmental sustainability. Thrifting, a concept that involves purchasing second-hand clothes and goods, has emerged as a meaningful alternative to fast fashion—a sector notorious for its environmental degradation. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) estimates that the fashion industry accounts […]

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ANVESHAN: SEISMIC SURVEY INCENTIVIZATION PROGRAMME TO BOOST INDIA’S ENERGY SECURITY

India, which imports around 85% of its crude oil requirements, has launched “Mission Anveshan” to reduce import dependency and strengthen domestic energy security. The programme, introduced by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas in FY2025, incentivizes 2D seismic surveys across uncharted onshore sedimentary basins. With a total outlay of ₹720 crore over two years

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FROM POLICY TO PRACTICE: MAKING PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS WORK

Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) have emerged as a crucial component of India’s infrastructure strategy, helping to close investment gaps and enhance the quality of public service delivery. Between 2023 and 2025, India has taken significant steps to shift PPPs from policy to practice through targeted initiatives and reforms. A breakthrough occurred in 2023 when the International

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DIGGING DEEPER INTO THE CARBON CREDIT TRADING SCHEME

In 2024, the global carbon credit trading landscape experienced notable changes, particularly with the operationalization of Article 6.4 of the Paris Agreement during COP29 in Baku. This mechanism aims to create a centralized market under UN supervision where countries and private actors can trade emission reduction credits generated through verified mitigation projects. It is seen

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Sector Specific Report – Industry 4.0 – May 2025

SECTOR REPORTS Sector Specific Report – (Industry 4.0) May 2025 India is strategically aligning its technological advancements with the evolving demands of tomorrow’s economy, emphasizing innovation to drive sustainable growth and global competitiveness. A cornerstone of this vision is the substantial investment in emerging technologies. The Union Budget 2025 earmarked ₹2,000 crore for the IndiaAI

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ELEMENTS OF GREEN BUSINESSES WITH EFFICIENT COST-REDUCTION STRATEGIES

Green businesses are emerging as key drivers of sustainable economic growth, delivering both environmental advantages and significant cost savings. Companies that embrace eco-friendly practices often discover increased operational efficiency and reduced long-term expenses. For example, energy-efficient building designs can reduce energy use by up to 30%, cutting electricity bills and improving workplace comfort. These strategies

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SMART INFRASTRUCTURE: THE ROADMAP TO RESILIENT URBAN DEVELOPMENT

India’s cities are evolving rapidly in response to the pressures of population growth, climate change, environmental degradation, and economic transformation. At the heart of this evolution lies the vision of Smart Infrastructure—an integrated framework of digital technology, sustainable practices, and inclusive planning that aims to build resilient urban ecosystems. Central to this vision is the

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RIVER CITY ALLIANCE BRINGS SUSTAINABLE SUPPORT TO INDIA’S URBAN RIVER MANAGEMENT

India is home to some of the world’s largest river systems, which support agriculture, livelihoods, biodiversity, and cultural heritage. Thus, its River Cities Alliance (RCA) is revolutionizing urban river management by fostering sustainable practices and collaborative efforts. Since its inception in November 2021 with an initial cohort of 30 cities, the RCA has grown significantly,

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Government Policy Report – May 2025

GOVERNMENT POLICIES Government Policy Report l May 2025 The 15th meeting of the BRICS Agriculture Ministers was conducted in Brasília, Brazil, on April 17, 2025. Its theme was “Promoting Inclusive and Sustainable Agriculture through Cooperation, Innovation, and Equitable Trade among BRICS Countries,” under this theme, India reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to promoting sustainable and inclusive

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“WISHCYCLING”, A GLOBAL RECYCLING CONCERN THAT NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED ON PRIORITY

Many people engage in recycling with sincere intentions to help the environment. However, a practice known as “wishcycling”—placing non-recyclable items into recycling bins in the hope they will be processed has emerged as a significant global issue. While well-intentioned, it causes significant harm to the recycling process. This misguided behaviour leads to the contamination of

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