Geopolitical Economics
Egypt’s petroleum, agriculture ministries deny reports of subsidised fertiliser quota reduction, affirm 2.4m tonne allocationEgypt's ministries deny reports of subsidized fertiliser quota reduction, affirming 2.4m tonne allocation remains unchanged.
Dailynewsegypt · 1d ago
Geopolitical Economics
Premier Scott Moe announces retaliatory tariffs on U.S. booze, won't pull liquor from shelvesSaskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced matching 50 percent counter-tariffs on U.S. alcohol products effective September 8, rejecting shelf removals while opposing export tariffs on potash and oil, supporting federal retaliation against American trade violations.
CBC | Top Stories News · 4d ago
Other
TN Farmers urge relocation of elephant rejuvenation campTamil Nadu farmers are urging the relocation of an elephant rejuvenation camp.
The New Indian Express · Aug 24
Geopolitical Economics
PFRDA chief puts India’s retirement-income replacement rate at 35–40% versus 60% global levelIndia's retirement-income replacement rate is around 35-40%, lower than the global level of 60%.
The Hindu · Aug 21
Other
Vijay unveils full waiver of crop loans up to ₹75k to TN farmersTamil Nadu's chief minister announces a full waiver of crop loans up to ₹75,000 for state farmers.
Hindustan Times · Aug 18
Geopolitical Politics
SKM to submit memorandum to MPs, seek push for change in Centre's 'corporate-centric' policySKM will submit a memorandum to MPs and MLAs seeking policy changes to address farmers' issues.
Hindustan Times · Aug 17
Geopolitical Politics
How PM Modi has changed focus of Independence Day speechesPM Modi's Independence Day speeches have shifted focus from basic issues to advanced technologies and development.
Times of India · Aug 17
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
Voices: I will send in as many troops as are needed to fight tinderbox BritainPrime Minister Andy Burnham vows to send troops to combat Britain's wildfire crisis.
The Independent · Aug 14
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
Andy Burnham must be brave to tackle burning BritainAndy Burnham convenes a Cobra meeting to address Britain's ongoing heatwave and drought emergency.
The Independent · Aug 12
Other
Telangana government mulls land pooling for infrastructure worksTelangana government considers introducing a land pooling policy for infrastructure projects.
Hindustan Times · Aug 10
Geopolitical Economics
Union Cabinet approves ₹23,371 crore GOBARdhan scheme to fuel CBG sector growthThe Union Cabinet approved a ₹23,371 crore scheme to boost compressed biogas sector growth by 2036.
The Hindu · Aug 6
Critical Tech & Minerals
World Bank says developing countries should be optimistic about AIThe World Bank's 2026 report says developing countries could compress 100 years of development into 10 years using AI to address infrastructure gaps, though success requires urgent investment in energy, internet, skills, and institutions to prevent widening inequality.
Anadolu Ajansı · Aug 5
Geopolitical Politics
'Vijay is a courageous leader': DKS after TN CM agrees to defer Cauvery-related Bengaluru visitTamil Nadu CM Vijay agrees to defer Bengaluru visit amid Karnataka protests.
Hindustan Times · Aug 2
Geopolitical Politics
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay writes to PM Modi over Mekedatu projectTamil Nadu CM Vijay writes to PM Modi over Mekedatu project concerns.
Hindustan Times · Jul 28
Geopolitical Economics
Illinois farmers are making up to $200,000 a year without growing more crops as solar companies offer long-term leases worth up to $2,000 per acreIllinois farmers earn up to $200,000 annually through solar leases on their land.
Times of India · Jul 20
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
Torrential Downpour Wreaks Havoc in Edo CommunityA torrential downpour in Edo State's Akoko-Edo community has claimed a life and destroyed homes and businesses.
Pointblank News · Jul 20
Geopolitical Economics
The E20 solution: What Europe can learn from India’s ethanol success storyEurope can learn from India's successful E20 ethanol blending program to reduce emissions.
Biofuels International Magazine · Jul 17
Other
Meeting in Kassandra for compensation of farmers affected by the fire in SiviriA meeting was held in Kassandra to discuss compensation for farmers affected by the fire in Siviri.
Protothema · 3d ago
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'Irreversible setback': Stalin slams CM Vijay over dropping plan to build 2nd Chennai airport at ParandurMK Stalin criticizes CM Vijay for dropping the Parandur airport project, calling it an irreversible setback.
Hindustan Times · Aug 24
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
The Deeper Crisis Behind Visible Climate DisastersClimate disasters in South Asia mask a deeper crisis, experts warn.
South Asian Herald · Aug 22
Other
Our Approach to Drought and Wildfire Is Economically BackwardsCurrent drought and wildfire approaches are economically flawed, according to Time Magazine.
Time Magazine · Aug 20
Geopolitical Economics
US diesel crack surpasses US$100 a barrel for the first time on supply disruptionsUS diesel crack surpasses $100 a barrel due to supply disruptions from wars in Iran and Ukraine.
South China Morning Post · Aug 18
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
Bangladesh farmers demand seed policy reform to save native seedsBangladesh farmers demand seed policy reform to protect native seeds and farmers' rights.
The Climate Watch · Aug 17
Other
Happy Independence Day: Celebrating India’s Journey & Its Bright FutureIndia celebrates its independence day, marking its journey and looking forward to a bright future.
The Global Kashmir · Aug 15
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
Drought tightens its grip on Kurdistan: Drying lands, deserted villagesDrought is tightening its grip on Kurdistan, causing lands to dry and villages to become deserted.
ANF | Articles · Aug 14
Geopolitical Economics
Public sector banks’ bad loan write-offs shrink as recoveries risePublic sector banks' bad loan write-offs have declined to ₹70,528 crore in 2026.
The Hindu · Aug 12
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
South Korea utilizes drones to warn farmers of excessive heatSouth Korea uses drones to warn farmers of excessive heat during a record heat wave.
CGTN · Aug 8
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
NHS must prepare for annual summer heat pressures, says Yvette CooperThe NHS must prepare for annual summer heat pressures, says Yvette Cooper, amid rising temperatures and heat-related deaths.
The Guardian · Aug 5
Geopolitical Economics
AI offers ‘lifeline’ for emerging economies, World Bank saysThe World Bank says AI offers a lifeline for emerging economies.
The Straits Times · Aug 4
Other
Farmers thanked after fire destroys crops in North YorkshireFarmers were thanked after a large crop fire in North Yorkshire was brought under control by firefighters and the farming community.
York Press | News · Jul 30
Geopolitical Economics
RI Govt cuts farm supply chain through village cooperativesThe Indonesian government cuts farm supply chains through village cooperatives to benefit farmers.
ANTARA News - Latest Indonesia News · Jul 28
Geopolitical Politics
Village co-ops to establish supply chain down to villages: PrabowoPresident Prabowo targets 30,000 village cooperatives operational by 2026 to streamline distribution and support inflation control.
ANTARA News - Latest Indonesia News · Jul 20
Geopolitical Economics
Prabowo targets full sugar self-sufficiency with two-year overhaulPrabowo targets full sugar self-sufficiency in Indonesia within two years.
ANTARA News - Latest Indonesia News · Jul 17
Geopolitical Economics
What has been the impact of ethanol blending?India achieved its 20% ethanol blending target five years ahead of schedule in 2025.
The Hindu · Jul 16
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
Colombia's farmers watch crops burn in El Nino-fueled wildfiresColombia fights 18 wildfires fueled by El Nino, scorching crops and land.
CGTN · 4d ago
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Farmers, water bodies: Why has CM Vijay dropped 2nd Chennai airport plan, for nowChief Minister Vijay drops plan for a second Chennai airport due to environmental concerns.
Hindustan Times · Aug 24
Geopolitical Economics
Govt rejects ethanol link to sugar price spike, blames low outputIndia's government rejects ethanol link to sugar price spike, blaming low output instead.
Times of India · Aug 21
Geopolitical Politics
Premier ‘did his own research’ on gun buybacks, committee hearsNSW Premier Chris Minns admits gun buyback scheme will reimburse owners below market value.
The Age - National · Aug 20
Other
Central Bank holds loan outreach programmeCentral Bank held a loan outreach programme to support borrowers.
The Hans India · Aug 17
Other
Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay announces full waiver of co-op farm loans upto ₹75,000Tamil Nadu CM announces full waiver of co-op farm loans up to ₹75,000.
Hindustan Times · Aug 17
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
Burnham announces £65m for drought-hit farmers after Labour pressurePrime Minister Andy Burnham announces £65m to aid drought-hit farmers in England.
The Guardian · Aug 14
Geopolitical Economics
Study exposes gaps in agricultural sustainability monitoringResearchers found that auditors manipulated roughly a quarter of sustainability records from cocoa farms in Côte d'Ivoire, particularly when farms initially failed environmental thresholds, undermining the credibility of certification labels on global consumer goods.
Bioengineer · Aug 14
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
In 2024, a nine-year Kenya study showed how 365 beehives protected cropsA nine-year Kenya study found 365 beehives protected crops from elephants.
Times of India · Aug 12
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
Kenya investigates suspected cyanide poisoning after 15 elephants die suddenlyKenya investigates suspected cyanide poisoning after 15 elephants die in Amboseli National Park.
The Independent · Aug 7
Other
GPD leads initiative to strengthen community conflict resolution in KogiGPD leads an initiative to strengthen community conflict resolution in Kogi.
Blueprint Newspapers · Aug 5
Climate & Humanitarian Crisis
England and Wales suffer driest July on recordEngland and Wales experienced their driest July on record, with extreme heat and minimal rainfall.
The Independent · Aug 3
Other
CAQM issues SOP on drones to Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan to track crop burningCAQM issues SOP on drones to track crop burning in four states.
Hindustan Times · Jul 30
Critical Tech & Minerals
My Business: Millions of date palms were dying. This founder built AI to find the threatFounder Zeid Sinokrot built AI to combat the Red Palm Weevil threatening date palms.
Gulf News · Jul 21
Geopolitical Economics
Increasing economic value, creating motivation for green transformationVietnam is amending its environmental protection law to enable agricultural green transformation, helping farmers meet rising international sustainability standards and gain competitive market advantages while increasing export product value.
Laodong.vn · Jul 20
Other
'I've never seen as many fire engines in a 36-hour period - well done everyone'Community spirit is alive as firefighters and locals work together to combat fires in Malton and surrounding areas.
York Press | News · Jul 17