Genetically modified crops are “Terminator technology” that kills the basic instinct for survival, Kapil Shah, one of the pioneers of the organic farming movement, says. … Resisting GM crops is our responsibilityRead more
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Tribal women in India are subjected to ‘hinduisation’ to be able to access right to inherited property
The recent Supreme Court (SC) ruling in the Kamala Neti (deceased; through legal representatives) vs Special Land Acquisition Officer in December 2022 has provoked a … Tribal women in India are subjected to ‘hinduisation’ to be able to access right to inherited propertyRead more
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Scientists write to PM against ICAR ‘gag order’ on GM mustard
Scientists, public representatives and environmentalists have joined hands to condemn a “gag order” by the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare on genetically modified … Scientists write to PM against ICAR ‘gag order’ on GM mustardRead more
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Over 3.5 lakh posts lying vacant in Indian Railways
Amid all the efforts being made by the Central government for job creation ahead of general elections in 2024, the country’s national transporter – the … Over 3.5 lakh posts lying vacant in Indian RailwaysRead more
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Centre’s response on GM mustard proves regulatory violations
The Coalition for a GM-free India, a pan-Indian citizen’s platform, has claimed the Union environment ministry’s response to allegations over violating statutory regulations to approve … Centre’s response on GM mustard proves regulatory violationsRead more
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FEATURE-Indian children without Aadhaar digital ID shut out of school
Nine-year-old Rakhi and her two siblings should be in school, but instead they spend afternoons watching cartoons on their father’s phone at home in the … FEATURE-Indian children without Aadhaar digital ID shut out of schoolRead more
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Violations of statutory regulations in GM mustard approval
The coalition for a GM-free India, a pan-Indian citizen’s platform, released a report January 6, 2023, showcasing 15 instances where statutory regulations were violated during … Violations of statutory regulations in GM mustard approvalRead more
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In Vidarbha: agrarian distress, playing on the mind
In Vidarbha: agrarian distress, playing on the mind The second round of sowing doubles the basic production cost, but one hopes for a harvest that … In Vidarbha: agrarian distress, playing on the mindRead more
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1.5 million tribals in Odisha hit by 18% GST on Sal leaf
The fallouts of the new Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime that intended to simplify taxation in India, have become evident weeks after it was … 1.5 million tribals in Odisha hit by 18% GST on Sal leafRead more