Oman UNESCO biosphere council membership 2025 marks a major step in global sustainability, biodiversity conservation, and ecosystem management under the MAB Programme. Oman Joins UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Council: A Major Step for Global Sustainability In a significant move, Oman has been elected to the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Council for the…
Assam urban infrastructure development: India and ADB sign $125 million loan to improve water supply, stormwater management, and urban governance, benefiting 360,000 residents. India and ADB Sign $125 Million Loan to Upgrade Infrastructure in Assam In a significant development aimed at enhancing urban livability and climate resilience, the Government of India and the Asian Development…
ADB loan for Uttarakhand tourism worth USD 126.42 million aims to develop climate-resilient infrastructure, inclusive growth, and sustainable tourism in Tehri Garhwal district. India & ADB Sign $126.42 Million Loan for Sustainable Tourism in Uttarakhand The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have inked a USD 126.42 million loan agreement to bolster…
Asian Development Bank’s $2.6 Billion Sovereign Lending to India in 2023 ADB’s Financial Commitment to India In 2023, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) pledged $2.6 billion in sovereign loans to India. These funds aim to support various sectors, including urban development, power, industry, horticulture, connectivity, and climate resilience. The goal is to bolster India’s infrastructure,…
ITC Collaborates with Microsoft and Skymet to Shield Tobacco Farmers from Climate Challenges In a groundbreaking initiative, ITC Limited has forged a strategic partnership with tech giant Microsoft and weather forecasting company Skymet to provide substantial support to tobacco farmers in mitigating climate-related adversities. This alliance aims to leverage cutting-edge technology to ensure sustainable agriculture…
India Joins UN’s Race to Resilience at COP28 India recently made a significant stride in global climate action by officially joining the United Nations’ Race to Resilience campaign during the 28th Conference of Parties (COP28). This move comes at a pivotal moment in the wake of escalating climate concerns and the urgent need for collective…
