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Wednesday, August 13, 2025
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Topic: WEF

Water demand is rising fast. Few realise how it impacts the climate crisis

While the world is not there yet on climate change mitigation, there is growing engagement with decarbonisation. This can be capitalised on to respond on the water issue.

Digital gender divide in South Asia is more than just a social issue – it’s an economic one

Without internet connectivity, women miss out on employment opportunities and job training, unable to access government programmes, and excluded from critical health and financial services.

How space technology affects our daily lives in much more ways than we think

Space technologies will increasingly permeate everyday life, continuing to enable innovations like smart watches, advanced pharmaceuticals, and extreme weather alerts.

Nigerian startup is using microgrids to produce reliable electricity

With no upfront costs for customers, ICE Commercial Power’s rooftop solar energy systems allow local businesses to connect to clean energy on a pay-as-they-go basis.

Three ways for countries to escape the ‘middle-income trap’

The World Bank says that growth prospects for middle-income countries depend on their ability to increase production through innovation, which is a difficult feat for many economies to achieve at scale.

Rapid growth of data centres raises sustainability concerns

US data centres used more than 75 billion gallons of water in 2023. As the race to develop AI intensifies, experts warn about the environmental impact.

Security, cost, sustainability—there’s a trilemma for policies on mineral strategies

The transition to renewable energy, digitalisation of the economy and pressure to keep up with developments in technology all hinge on a few minerals like lithium, cobalt, copper, graphite, nickel and rare earths.

These 8 lifestyle habits can cut chances of dementia even for those with genetic risk

Dementia is the seventh leading cause of death among all diseases worldwide and is responsible for millions of older people enduring disability and dependency.

How AI can aid safer births in resource-limited environments

A global shortage of nearly 1 million skilled midwives necessitates innovative solutions, as most maternal and newborn deaths are preventable with proper care.

There’s a silent problem hurting growth in emerging economies—access to credit

Access to credit enables entrepreneurs and small businesses to invest in growth opportunities, expand operations and innovate.

On Camera

Musk’s golden touch is on the line. Tesla needs him to do what he does best — sell a pen

Tesla sales have been sliding, profits have been shrinking, and brand loyalty is faltering. Elon Musk’s politics has something to do with it.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.