Category : Search result: crossborder environmental activism


200-yr-old Amritsar banyan tree faces axe, activist fights back

A heritage banyan tree in Amritsar's Ranjit Avenue, believed to be over two centuries old, faces demolition for road expansion. Social activist Rohit Mehra leads the fight to preserve this natural monument that holds historical and environmental significa

Nigerian Environmentalist: COP30 Will Deliver Little

Renowned Nigerian environmental activist Nnimmo Bassey expresses deep skepticism about COP30's potential outcomes, warning of empty promises and corporate influence derailing meaningful climate action.

Student Voices Transform Karnataka Education Landscape

Karnataka's education landscape witnesses powerful student activism as young voices demand reforms, infrastructure upgrades, and policy changes. Discover how the youth is reshaping India's educational future.

Biz Leader & Minister Meet Over Bengaluru's Bad Roads

In a significant development, Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw met with Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar to address Bengaluru's crumbling road infrastructure following heavy rainfall and public outrage.

Pune's 40-Year Fight to Protect Vetal Tekdi

Discover the inspiring story of Pune's environmental activists who fought for four decades to protect Vetal Tekdi from urban development, creating a model for citizen-led conservation in Indian cities.

Centre rejects mining in Tumakuru reserve forest

In a significant environmental decision, the Central government has rejected a proposed mining project in Tumakuru's reserve forest, protecting crucial biodiversity and local ecosystems.

Bawana Waste Plant Green Clearance Under Fire

Residents of Delhi's Bawana area accuse authorities of obtaining environmental clearance for waste-to-energy plant through false statements about public consultation and environmental impact.

The Privileged Escape From India's Toxic Air

As Delhi's air quality reaches hazardous levels, a new cartoon brilliantly captures the privileged escape routes from pollution that remain inaccessible to millions of ordinary citizens.

Seechewal distributes water tanks to 25 Punjab villages

Renowned environmentalist Balbir Singh Seechewal launches major water conservation initiative, distributing water storage tanks to 25 villages across Kapurthala and Jalandhar districts to combat water scarcity.

Gen Z's Political Apathy: DUSU Reveals Campus Reality

In an exclusive Idea Exchange session, DUSU panel members discuss the alarming disconnect between Gen Z students and national politics, revealing their strategies to rebuild political awareness on campus.

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