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Google’s AI overviews are convenient—but they come with 30x the emissions
April 9, 2025, 11:27 PM IST
Every time you make a Google search now, the first thing you see is an AI Overview. It’s clean. Precise. Summarised like a school topper’s notes. Most times, your search ends right there. But scroll a…
April 9, 2025, 11:27 PM IST
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Poverty of time: The hidden inequality shaping our lives
March 31, 2025, 3:46 PM IST
Time is the one resource we all receive in equal measure—24 hours a day. Yet, the way we experience time is anything but equal. The Time Use in India, 2024 report exposes a stark reality: time is…
March 31, 2025, 3:46 PM IST
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When 50-50 kills intimacy: The silent crisis of modern marriages
March 10, 2025, 3:46 PM IST
I remember visiting a family friend, a couple married for over thirty years. Their home was warm, their conversations effortless, and their bond unmistakably deep. I remember, over dinner, I asked their secret. The husband,…
March 10, 2025, 3:46 PM IST
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Why climate plantations are not the silver bullet we hoped for
February 21, 2025, 9:22 PM IST
For years, climate plantations—vast swaths of land dedicated to fast-growing crops that are burned for energy while capturing and storing the released CO2—have been hailed as a potential game-changer in our fight against climate change….
February 21, 2025, 9:22 PM IST
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Valentine’s day and chocolate: A love story under threat
February 12, 2025, 4:22 PM IST
Valentine’s Day and chocolates are an inseparable pair—nothing says ‘I love you’ quite like a box of rich, decadent chocolates. But what if this timeless tradition is slipping away? Climate change is turning this sweet…
February 12, 2025, 4:22 PM IST
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Growing older, not up? The silent crisis of delayed adulthood
February 3, 2025, 3:29 PM IST
There’s a curious phenomenon unfolding in modern society—people growing older without truly growing up. The 30s, and even 40s for many, have become an extension of their 20s, except now they have money to fund…
February 3, 2025, 3:29 PM IST
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The climate calculus: Inside India’s green budget for 2025
February 1, 2025, 5:40 PM IST
Picture a future where Indian cities run on homegrown solar panels, nuclear reactors fit into shipping containers, and farmers harvest climate-resilient crops. The Union Budget 2025-26 isn’t just pushing for this future—it’s betting big money…
February 1, 2025, 5:40 PM IST
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Trump’s second term and the climate fight: Is there hope?
January 19, 2025, 10:05 PM IST
With Donald Trump officially swearing in for a second term on January 20, 2025, the climate conversation in the US is shifting to a new, even more uncertain chapter. Given his first term’s climate policies—pulling…
January 19, 2025, 10:05 PM IST
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Rethinking male strength: Why mental fitness should lead, physical fitness should follow
January 4, 2025, 3:44 PM IST
Recently, a close friend—a fitness enthusiast—was passionately advocating for me to amplify and organise my fitness efforts further. “You’ll feel amazing. You’ll get better results,” he insisted, flexing an arm that seemed carved out of…
January 4, 2025, 3:44 PM IST
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Why the future of communication in 2025 isn’t about tech— It’s about trust, context, and connection
December 30, 2024, 11:23 PM IST
We’ve spent decades chasing digital perfection. But here’s the irony: the more connected we become, the less human our connections feel. As we stand on the cusp of 2025, the communications landscape is facing an…
December 30, 2024, 11:23 PM IST
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From Parathas to pancakes: The hidden cost of India’s cultural exodus
December 28, 2024, 11:45 PM IST
It took an old American movie and a Nobel laureate’s musings about bland turkey to make me realize how far we’ve strayed from our roots. Last night, watching “It’s a Wonderful Life” (1946), I was…
December 28, 2024, 11:45 PM IST
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More than just cheap eats: The dignity of affordable airport dining
December 15, 2024, 11:17 AM IST
Picture this: You’re at an airport, stomach growling, wallet weeping. A bottle of water costs more than your bus ticket, and a sandwich threatens to deplete your monthly food budget. Enter the Udaan Yatri Cafe…
December 15, 2024, 11:17 AM IST
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Planting seeds of prosperity—How afforestation can help alleviate poverty in India
December 5, 2024, 4:09 PM IST
Imagine a young mother in a drought-hit village in Maharashtra, toiling on barren land, unable to provide enough for her children. Now, picture the same woman working under the shade of vibrant plantations—her hands harvesting…
December 5, 2024, 4:09 PM IST
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COP29 in Baku: The illusion of progress
November 25, 2024, 4:48 PM IST
The 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku concluded with high expectations but left many disillusioned, once again spotlighting the disparity between rhetoric and meaningful action. While the conference boasted key agreements, such as…
November 25, 2024, 4:48 PM IST
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Will Trump’s fossil fuel playbook be a boon for India’s energy ambitions?
November 9, 2024, 12:00 AM IST
Donald Trump’s return to the Oval Office brings with it a renewed focus on America’s fossil fuel industry, marking a significant shift away from the climate-first approach of his predecessor. While this could cast uncertainty…
November 9, 2024, 12:00 AM IST
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The great climate betrayal: Why governments must close the gap between rhetoric and reality
October 30, 2024, 9:32 AM IST
In a world experiencing climate devastation on every front—from catastrophic floods to deadly heatwaves—it’s easy to wonder why governments haven’t responded with the urgency that the climate crisis demands. The United Nations Environment Programme’s (UNEP)…
October 30, 2024, 9:32 AM IST
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Road safety: India’s silent epidemic that demands immediate action
October 23, 2024, 1:25 PM IST
India’s roads are a battleground, with over 1.7 lakh lives lost in 2023 alone — an average of 474 deaths every day. These numbers, highlighted in a Times of India article, reflect not just a…
October 23, 2024, 1:25 PM IST
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The art of waiting: Why success should come before love, marriage, and sex
October 16, 2024, 11:15 PM IST
In a world where personal milestones are celebrated as early as possible, it’s time to pause and rethink the path that’s been laid out for generations. After having completed four decades on earth in India,…
October 16, 2024, 11:15 PM IST
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Balancing Act: How India can tackle the EU’s unfair carbon tax while staying green
October 9, 2024, 11:06 PM IST
In a world where climate action is no longer optional, countries are grappling with how to balance environmental goals with economic realities. Recently, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman spoke out against the European Union’s Carbon…
October 9, 2024, 11:06 PM IST
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Unpacking the hurdles: Why India’s renewable energy firms are selling 20GW of assets
October 4, 2024, 3:56 PM IST
India’s renewable energy journey is a story of ambition, progress, and evolving challenges. With an impressive 150 GW of installed capacity, the country has firmly positioned itself as a global leader in the green energy…
October 4, 2024, 3:56 PM IST
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