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FIRST KILL: Livestock infections are on a surge, spreading to new regions and hosts

Chronic floods threaten Niger delta

THE COMMUNITIES living in the oil-rich Niger Delta have been devastated by recurring floods. The lack of effort to safeguard these communities or help them adapt to the changing weather conditions has left people vulnerable and helpless.

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Collateral casualty

Rise in cardiac ailments in India hints at the role of COVID-19, but in absence of long-term studies there are no definitive trends

6 mins

Cultivated idea

The potential of urban agriculture in alleviating food insecurity in cities requires holistic policy support from governments

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PANDEMIC CONTINUUM

Two livestock viruses have spread across India in an unprecedented manner this year—lumpy skin disease and African swine fever. With changing climate, new infectious diseases will emerge, while existing ones will Ne spread to new areas and sirike with greater severity, like these two have. Such outbreaks have harsh economic and food security implications, and can pose a major threat to human health. The world has not recovered from the previous virus that jumped from animals to humans. A report by SHAGUN from the worst-hit state of Rajasthan and SNIGDHA DAS in Delhi

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Evolutionary Thrust

HUMAN EVOLUTION

7 mins

India patently way behind on 5G

Policy blocks and poor vision have held up 5G in India, while China’s breakthroughs are helping to set global standards

4 mins

Accelerated breeding

Bisohenol A, a chemical used for softening plastics, shortens the mosquito life cycle and leads to population explosion

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A timely fix

India’s lone home-grown crop simulation model can now forecast climate impact on farm yield in real time

4 mins

Organic reinforcement

Direct procurement and cold storages are key to promote organic farming of fruits, vegetables

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‘We need to put down oroblem animals for wildlife conservation’

A VETERINARIAN WHO COMES OUT FROM THE COLLEGE DOES NOT KNOW HOW TO SHOOT. HOW IS HE GOING TO TRANQUILISE A TIGER? WE HAVE HAD WORKSHOPS TO TEACH PERSONNEL HOW TO HANDLE A WEAPON, EVEN HOW TO WALK IN THE FOREST. THIS IS TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND CANNOT BE GLEANED FROM INTERNET OR FROM READING A BOOK

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* Sustainable development: DTE covers a variety of sustainable development topics, including green economy, sustainable agriculture, and sustainable transportation.

Down To Earth magazine is known for its high-quality journalism and its commitment to environmental protection. It is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the environment and sustainable development in India and around the world.