This article appeared in The Times of India Heat Action Plans across cities will fail because they are not backed by money & they don’t factor in local conditions. Heatwaves must be classified as natural disasters, with legally binding solutions. The heatwave of 2024 had a devastating impact in most parts of the country. While […]
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This article appeared in The Economic Times Freight is essential to India’s growth, targeting a $30 trillion economy by 2047. Modernising freight, especially through EVs and ZE-MHDVs, can slash emissions and costs. However, small fleet operators face high adaptation costs, and marginalized communities risk displacement. A just, inclusive approach is vital for a sustainable, equitable
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This article appeared in Financial Express Urgent reforms required to make District Mineral Foundations an instrument for social justice. The District Mineral Foundation (DMF) was conceived as a transformative institution to ensure those who bear the brunt of mining activities also share its benefits. Set up in March 2015 under the Mines and Minerals (Development
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