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Saturday, July 19, 2025
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Topic: WEF

How Japan is using online tools to make education truly democratic

The rise of online institutions at the high school level is gaining momentum in Japan. They reduce educational disparities by helping students learn without geographic constraints.

Zero waste served Indian-style—why the future of food sustainability lies in the past

In rural India, solar drying technology is being used to preserve surplus crops. Such innovations bridge traditional wisdom with contemporary solutions.

CO2 removal will transform the carbon market. It’s a renewable revolution

Carbon dioxide removal uses pyrolysis technology, which transforms organic material into biochar, sequestering carbon that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere.

How man-made silk can disrupt the fabric industry

Instead of breeding animals for their fibres, new technologies are emerging as transformative solutions to the challenges posed by traditional animal-based materials.

AI systems can be biased against older workers during hiring. Why tackling this is crucial

As AI continues to transform industries and sectors, its integration into workplaces raises urgent questions about fairness and inclusivity.

Smartphones are causing a mental health pandemic. Anxious generation needs weekly digital detox

Academic performance has plunged since 2012 – five years after the release of the first smartphone and around the time when sales really started to accelerate.

How a regulated common currency could help West Africa reach net-zero emissions

The Ecozone was a top priority at 2023 ECOWAS summit. But the common currency, set to come into effect in 2027, faces a major challenge—lack of consensus among African countries.

How reusable sanitary pads are changing lives in rural India

Unlike disposable pads, which contribute to environmental waste and financial strain, reusable alternatives are affordable, durable, and eco-friendly.

Fancy therapies alone can’t give you a longer lifespan. Get back to basics

The benefits of a well-nourished childhood extend far beyond individual health, contributing to broader economic and social stability.

Microplastics are everywhere. What’s being done about it?

The full extent of the health impacts of microplastics is not yet known. A 2024 study points to the possibility that they can increase the likelihood of heart attack, stroke, or death.

On Camera

Socialism hinders India’s industrial growth. We need free enterprise first

‘The tirade against capitalism is wholly unfounded. Capitalism as it has shaped during the past quarter of a century is a far better method of developing the economic resources of any country,’ wrote DN Hosali in 1956.

India-US set to ink mini trade deal soon, reach understanding on agricultural & dairy products

Mini deal will likely see no cut in 10% baseline tariff on Indian exports announced by Trump on 2 April, it is learnt, but additional 26% tariffs are set to be reduced.

Not just AK-203, India & Russia to jointly manufacture AK-19 and PPK-20 for domestic use and export 

India-Russia JV is also racing to deliver 7,000 more AK-203 assault rifles by 15 Aug. These are currently being made with 50% indigenisation and this will surge to 100% by 31 December.

Joys of Trumplomacy: India & the world are learning US President’s 99 moods and 1 goal

Public, loud, upfront, filled with impropriety and high praise sometimes laced with insults. This is what we call Trumplomacy. But the larger objective is the same: American supremacy.