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Atsuya Technologies wins Genesis Innovator at National Startup Awards 2023

Chennai-based deep tech startup has been recognised for pioneering solutions in IoT and AI

1.5 degrees Celsius climate goal: Relevance, current warming scenario

Here's a lowdown on origin, measurement, and current status of the global temperature rise target in the aftermath of COP28

COP28 starts tomorrow: What to expect from UN's annual climate negotiations

Forming agreement over future of fossil fuels and who pays for climate damages on agenda

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: How workers were rescued after 17 days

The workers were pulled out through a passageway made of welded pipes which rescuers previously pushed through rocks

World MSME Day: Sector reforming to overcome logistic, tech hurdles

On International MSME Day 2023, here's a look at the challenges the sector faces and how it is overcoming them

Kerala launches KFON to bridge digital divide with affordable internet

With an estimated cost of Rs 1,611 crore, KFON aims to ensure internet connectivity for approximately 2 million BPL households

Menstrual cups reduce plastic waste generation by 99%: Soumya Swaminathan

According to a recent report, one woman generates around 14.1 kg of non-biodegradable waste in a lifetime if she uses commercially manufactured disposable sanitary pads

Delhi-NCR hit by summer ozone crisis once again, shows CSE analysis

The region in the grip of a multi-pollutant crisis and ground-level ozone has exceeded standards nearly on all days of March-April, says CSE

World Environment Day 2023: A global call to action for sustainable future

Established by the United Nations in 1972, World Environment Day serves as a global platform to engage people and governments in environmental initiatives that promote sustainable development

Lack of menstrual hygiene at work drives income loss, absenteeism

Despite growing awareness about water and sanitation-related issues, menstrual hygiene facilities have been found lacking at the workplace in both the formal and the informal sectors

This Women's Day, celebrate Anganwadi workers, the unsung nutrition heroes

On International Women's Day 2023, know about Anganwadi workers, the women who work tirelessly to make sure that the nation's children and women receive support for their nutrition and health

Budget 2023: Experts expect a boost to decarbonisation, energy transition

Issues that need to be addressed include expanding funding for renewable manufacturing, extending PLI to wind and green hydrogen, among others

Budget 2023: Fintechs expect subsidies for growing digital payments network

Firms operating in this space expect easing of taxes alongside special budgetary allocations for the sector to grow

15 important terms you should know ahead of Union Budget presentation

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget 2023-2024 in Parliament on February 1; here's a lowdown on vital budget related terms that you should know

Parliament's Budget session to begin Jan 31; Here's what you need to know

At this session, with 27 sittings spread over 66 days, the Parliament discusses and approves the proposed annual budget

Union Budget 2023: Experts don't expect surprises in social sector outlay

While experts believe that provision for various social schemes may go up, the sector is unlikely to see any major announcements

Centre's share of cess and surcharges nearly double in three years

Experts say finance commission needs to provide clarity on whether cess should be shared with states

Contribution of cesses to central govt's tax kitty doubles to over 18%

States have been concerned about increasing cases of Centre imposing cesses for garnering additional revenue

Women bosses fare worst in accumulated savings: Gender Wealth Equity report

Gender wealth equity varies the most in the Asia-Pacific regions and the least in North America, finds the WTW Global Gender Wealth Equity report

World Thrift Day 2022: 5 simple ways you can adopt to become a better saver

On this World Thrift Day 2022, we speak with experts on ways a salaried person can increase their savings