• India’s Climate Reality — Flash Floods, Avalanches & the Call for Resilience

    A Wake-Up Call from the Himalayas On 5 August 2025, a sudden cloudburst—or possibly a glacial lake outburst flood—triggered massive flash floods in Dharali village, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand. Torrents of water, debris, and mud swept away homes, roads, shops, and at least four to five lives, with more than 50 people initially reported missing. Rescue efforts…

  • Plant Variety Protection and Farmers’ Rights Act, 2001 – A Milestone in Agricultural Legislation

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    Explore the significance of Plant Variety Protection (PVP) and the Farmers’ Rights Act in India. Learn how the law safeguards farmers’ rights, promotes innovation in agriculture, and balances breeders’ and growers’ interests.