Wahid Bhat

Salal village in Jammu & Kashmir, finds itself at center of India’s first lithium discovery. Since 2023, drills & officials have flooded region, but clarity remain missing. Villagers face a familiar fear displacement without proper rehabilitation.

Salal, a quiet village in Jammu, sits on rich lithium deposits. But who pays the price for India’s green push? Can its people survive the drilling, silence, and displacement?

As heatwaves intensify across India, children are at greater risk of heatstroke and health issues. With early school closures and escalating temperatures, how will this impact their education and well-being in the long run?

Indore, once praised for its cleanliness, now faces rising air pollution. Since April 1, the AQI hasn’t dropped below 100, reaching 236 on April 9. A recent IIT Indore study shows Madhya Pradesh residents now endure 70–80 polluted days annually.

Bt cotton aimed to reduce pests & raise yields, but pests evolved, forcing farmers to use more pesticides. Costs rose, debt increased, & cotton quality declined. Despite promises, yields stagnated, & many farmers still struggle with financial hardships

Toxic pesticides are killing Indians, yet weak laws let them thrive. Experts say banning them, like Kerala did, can save lives without hurting farming. Will India act before more lives are lost?

MP is becoming a key player in India’s EV sector, with Indore leading the shift. EV registrations surged 150%, and policies like tax exemptions and subsidies boost adoption. Expanding charging stations and investments are driving state’s electric future.

Pesticide poisoning is a growing crisis in India, leading to suicides, illnesses, environmental harm. Easy access to toxic chemicals worsens issue. Experts stress need for stricter regulations, citing Sri Lanka’s success in reducing pesticide-deaths.

Kashmir's freshwater springs are vanishing due to rising temperatures, deforestation, and mining. Communities face water shortages, impacting farming and daily life. Experts warn of a worsening crisis without urgent conservation efforts.

Ramveer Tanwar, a mechanical engineer, quit his corporate job to restore India's ponds. Through 'Jal Chaupal,' he revived 80+ water bodies, tackling encroachment & pollution. His mission: to train 1 lakh 'Pond Warriors' for sustainable water conservation.