Reducing inequality could cut world population to 6 billion: Study

World population will start declining upto 50% after year 2060

The global population could decrease to six billion by the end of the century if there is a substantial investment in tackling poverty and inequality, according to researchers. The report evaluated different policies to determine their potential impact worldwide and concluded that the population could reach 8.5 billion by 2040 before declining by 2100, provided … Read more

List of states where forest cover increased in last 4 years

List of states where forest cover increased in last 4 years

The 2023 State of India’s Environment report highlights that India’s total forest cover has increased by a little more than 0.5% between 2017 and 2021. However, the report also cautions that this seemingly positive development has some caveats. The report highlights that very dense forests, which are critical for carbon sequestration and absorb maximum carbon dioxide … Read more

How many employees laid off by top IT companies this year?

IT sector Layoffs in 2023

Numerous tech companies, including industry giants such as Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Yahoo, and Zoom, have implemented layoffs in 2023, resulting in the loss of employment for tens of thousands of tech workers. As of Monday, Amazon has revealed that it will cut 9,000 additional jobs, bringing the total layoffs for the year to 27,000. These … Read more

Why Muslims in many countries didn’t fast during Ramadan?

Why Muslims in many countries didn’t fast during Ramadan?

The holy month of Ramadan is a fasting duration followed by the Muslim community throughout the month. During this period, Muslims are meant to abstain from eating, drinking, and having sexual intercourse throughout the day. The month of Ramadan holds a special place in the heart of the Muslim community which follows the rigorous procedure … Read more

Top climate change and environment news stories this week

Top climate change and environment news stories this week

Welcome to the top climate change and environment news stories of the week. In this article, we’ll highlight some of the most significant environmental news stories that have emerged in the past week, covering topics ranging from climate change, renewable energy, biodiversity, and environmental policy. Stay informed on the latest developments and trends in the … Read more

Which state in India has the cleanest drinking water?

states with cleanest drinking water

India is a vast country with a diverse population of more than 1.3 billion people. The availability of clean drinking water is a major concern for the people of India, especially in rural areas. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around 21% of India’s communicable diseases are waterborne, and the country ranks 120th among … Read more

3.9 trees being cut every year for every person

3.9 trees being cut every year for every person

If we talk about the food habits of rich countries, then on average 3.9 trees are being cut every year for every person of G7 countries. The information was revealed in research published in the international journal Nature Ecology and Evolution. Threat to wildlife and biodiversity The report blamed the consumption of products like coffee, … Read more

Mystic Dal Lake turning into a swamp lake due to pollution

Mystic Dal Lake turning into a swamp lake due to pollution

The pristine-looking Dal Lake, one of the main attractions for tourists coming to Jammu and Kashmir, is slowly turning into a swamp due to rising pollution levels in and around the famous lake. The lake is slowly turning into a “weed-clogged swamp” one environmentalist says could have a negative effect on tourism in the state. … Read more

Rohingya’s evicted from Burchapori wildlife sanctuary in Assam

Rohingya’s evicted from Burchapori wildlife sanctuary in Assam

Assam Authorities launched a series of eviction campaigns in Assam’s Sonitpur and Nagaon districts to clear out nearly 2,000 hectares of land from illegal encroachment in the Bura Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary also known as (Burachapori Wildlife Sanctuary). In the Burachapori Wildlife Sanctuary, most of the suspected invaders, who are predominantly Bengali-speaking Muslims and Rohingyas, had … Read more

Trout fish seeds once brought from abroad, now flourishing business in Kashmir

Trout fish seeds once brought from abroad, now flourishing business in Kashmir

The trout fish business is gaining momentum in Kashmir. The demand for fish eggs being raised here is also increasing in other parts of the country. Trout fish are cold-water fish and are being farmed in the hilly areas of the country.  Kashmiri trout has none of the sponginess found in trout from polluted streams and industrial … Read more