The specter of a price tag on carbon emissions is looming large over the United States. While the exact form and timeline remain under debate, a growing consensus acknowledges that carbon pricing will play a significant role in curbing the nation’s greenhouse gas output. This shift reflects both domestic and international pressures. The urgency of addressing climate change has become undeniable, with extreme weather events and rising […]
The World Bank released its latest Global Economic Prospects report, offering a cautiously optimistic outlook for the global economy in 2024. After years of turbulence, the report predicts a stabilization of growth, albeit at a level lower than pre-pandemic trends. Global Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to hold steady at 2. 6% this year, a figure that represents a recovery from recent weakness but remains below […]
The concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) in Earth’s atmosphere has reached an alarming new high, according to data collected by scientists at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Measurements taken in May 2024 revealed a seasonal peak of nearly 427 parts per million (ppm), which translates to a 3 parts per million increase compared to May 2023. This marks one of […]
By Dr. Gyan Pathak The Centre has authorized the release of tax devolution of Rs 1,39,750 crore to states for June, and has tried to appear as if doing a great favour via a statement of the Union Ministry of Finance stating that this would “enable state governments to accelerate development and capital spending.” The […]
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By Dr. Gyan Pathak India, under Prime Minister Garib Kalyan Anna Yojna, has been giving free foodgrains to 80 crore poor people who are dependent for food on government, because they don’t earn enough to support their needs for food. Their number remained the same for the last 10 years of the Modi regime. Children […]
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Saudi Arabia has reignited international focus on the Syrian crisis by presenting a draft resolution before the United Nations General Assembly. The resolution urges decisive action to address the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe plaguing the war-torn nation. The text, obtained by diplomatic sources, expresses deep concern over the Syrian government’s continued use of force against civilians and the devastating impact on the population. It calls for an immediate […]
By Dr. Gyan Pathak Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has now decided to go ahead alone and has started reviewing relationship with INDIA bloc. The party’s path ahead is already embattled with legal battles, with its three key leaders – CM Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and Satyendra Kumar Jain – put behind the bar. The Enforcement […]
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Frustration with erratic electricity supply in Ghana reached a boiling point this weekend, with prominent celebrities leading a significant protest in the capital, Accra. The demonstration, dubbed the #DumsorMustStop vigil (“dumsor” being a local term for power cuts), saw hundreds of Ghanaians march through the streets, their voices calling for an end to the ongoing energy crisis. The movement gained momentum thanks to actress and film producer […]
By Arun Srivastava It was shocking to see incarnation of Lord Vishnu, who is even followed and revered by Lord Jagannath of Puri, prostrating before two mortal politicians Nitish Kumar and Chandrababu Naidu for their support to satiate his desire for becoming prime minister for third consecutive term. During a phase when the saints and […]
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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 June 2024 – Climate change is the greatest threat of the 21st century, a crisis for all, but the most vulnerable usually bear the brunt. As a child-focused organisation, World Vision Hong Kong co-hosted the “Connecting Capital with Natural Reforestation to Combat Climate Change” symposium on World Environment Day (5 June) with CESGA Alumni Asia and Friends of […]
By Dr. Gyan Pathak Unprecedented unemployment crisis under PM Narendra Modi’s first two terms since 2014, is most likely to continue in his third term , unless the jobless growth model is changed. Out of about one billion working age population, the number of people in employment has been hovering around 40 crore for the […]
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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 June 2024 – PSB Academy (PSBA), one of Singapore’s leading private education institutions, today announced a S$3.5 million initiative to support adult learners in upskilling and reskilling, as part of its 60th Diamond Jubilee celebration. The PSBA Diamond Jubilee Education Grants aim to bridge the skills gap by equipping over 1,500 adult learners in Singapore with the knowledge and expertise […]
The foreign ministers of five Arab nations – the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, and Egypt – united on Monday in a virtual meeting to express their support for ongoing mediation efforts aimed at ending the crisis in Gaza. The focus of the discussions, according to a joint statement released by the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs, was on the latest developments in mediation […]
A brutal heat wave that gripped India from March to May has resulted in a public health crisis. According to government data reported by local media, scorching temperatures claimed the lives of at least 56 people and led to nearly 25, 000 suspected heatstroke cases. The months of March, April, and May saw unrelenting heat across the country, with highs exceeding 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit) […]
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 May 2024 – At Asia Pacific Rail 2024, rail experts of global sustainable development consultancy Arup discussed the future of rail in Asia. They highlighted the importance of future-proofing railways against climate change at this premier event, held in Bangkok on 29-30 May, which gathered rail leaders across the region. The event attracted nearly 3,800 attendees and over 200 […]
Delhi government has requested the Supreme Court for additional water supply from Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh for a month amid a severe shortage in the national capital. In its petition, Delhi said that the need for water has increased in the national capital amid sweltering heat. “Delhi’s need for water has increased in […]
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Six Greater China cities are ranked in the top 20 most expensive office fit out markets in Asia Pacific Hong Kong remains the costliest fit out market in Greater China HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 May 2024 – Average office fit out costs across Asia Pacific continue to rise in 2024, albeit at a much slower rate as compared to a year ago, […]
Climate change communication often relies on scientific reports and statistics, leaving audiences feeling overwhelmed by data. The ClimateMusic Project is bridging this gap by translating complex climate science into music, fostering a deeper connection with the issue. This non-profit organization convenes scientists, musicians, and artists to create musical pieces that illuminate the realities of climate change. Their compositions weave together scientific data with musical textures, allowing listeners […]
ISIS-K has called for a “Lone Wolf” attack on the India-Pakistan World Cup Cricket match here next month, a top police official has warned while putting security on high alert. In a video that has gone global, the terror group is “calling for that ‘Lone Wolf’ to act out”, said Patrick Ryder, the Police Commissioner […]
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Europe’s right-wing parties are preparing to pounce on voter dismay following years of austerity policies in many countries, say leading global governance researchers in a new report released on the eve of the European Parliament elections. Researchers behind a new Berggruen Governance Index (BGI) report suggest that polices such as crisis austerity measures and a failure to take pro-active steps to drive growth are behind a drop […]
Europe’s right-wing parties are preparing to pounce on voter dismay following years of austerity policies in many countries, say leading global governance researchers in a new report released on the eve of the European Parliament elections. BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – Newsaktuell – 28 May 2024 – Researchers behind a new Berggruen Governance Index (BGI) report suggest that polices such as crisis austerity measures and a failure to take […]
South Asia, a region harboring nearly a quarter of the world’s population, faces a stark reality – its climate challenges transcend national borders, demanding a unified response. From the colossal Himalayan glaciers rapidly receding to the erratic monsoon patterns wreaking havoc on agriculture, the climate crisis in South Asia is a story of interconnected vulnerabilities. Experts warn that piecemeal national efforts will be inadequate in the face […]
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reached out to Papua New Guinea, offering condolences and expressing solidarity following a catastrophic landslide that claimed hundreds of lives. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) issued a statement conveying the nation’s deepest sympathies to the government, people of Papua New Guinea, and most importantly, the families who lost loved ones in the disaster. The landslide, which struck the remote Enga […]
By Nantoo Banerjee Contrary to the wide publicity that the latest X-Putin agreement will push for “a comprehensive, sustainable and just settlement” of the Ukraine-Russia conflict through peaceful means, the document throws little light on how to solve the situation within a possible timeframe. China merely talks about a dialogue on a peaceful Ukraine war […]
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