After India pushed for 20% ethanol blending in petrol, Bihar introduced an ethanol policy that spurred 19 plants dedicated to manufacturing ethanol mostly from grains. The plants had assured orders ...

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The India–E.U. free trade agreement promises expanded market access and export opportunities. Differences in how India and the E.U. describe intellectual property provisions have raised concerns.

The Aravallis are under threat of being opened up for mining and other development activities. Simultaneously India’s largest rural employment scheme has been reincarnated into a new law. While both ...

If you liked this story, share it with other people. Geographically, the Union Territory of Lakshadweep comprises 12 atolls, three reefs, and five submerged banks. Out of a total of 36 islands in the ...

If you liked this story, share it with other people. Climate change is disproportionately affecting developing countries such as India, where the rural sector remains highly vulnerable due to ...

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