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Microplastics Choking Plant Life Could Put 400 Million People At Risk of Starvation In 20 Years: Study
A study finds that microplastics are damaging the photosynthesis of plants, threatening global food security and increasing the risk of starvation for millions.
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Ocean Warming Rate Quadruples Over Four Decades, Accelerating Climate Change
New research highlights a troubling acceleration in ocean warming, with the rate of temperature rise quadrupling since the 1980s. According to a study in Environmental Research Letters, ocean surface temperatures now rise at 0.27°C per decade, up from 0.06°C. This rapid warming, driven by greenhouse gases like CO2 and methane, is worsening Earth'...
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New Dual-Reactor Tech Turns CO2 Into Protein for Food and Sustainability
A team of engineers in China has developed an innovative dual-reactor system that converts carbon dioxide into a high-protein product suitable for human and animal consumption. The two-stage process uses microbial electrosynthesis to turn CO2 into acetate, which is then used by bacteria to produce single-cell protein. This system promises a more su...
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Missi Roti Listed In '100 Worst Rated Foods In The World', Indian Foodies React
While garlic naan often secures a spot among the best global bread varieties, Missi roti was ranked among some of the worst dishes in the world, according to TasteAtlas.
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India Inc Seeks Cut In Personal Income Tax Rates At Pre-Budget Meet
Industry bodies also raised the issue of dumping of excess stock by China globally, including in India, and challenges posed to food security and inflation due to the "climate emergency", during the fifth pre-Budget consultation meeting.
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Opinion | Why An Unstable Middle East Is A Risk For India
Any volatility in Middle East will directly impact energy security, food security, economic engagement, maritime connectivity, and the welfare of 10 million Indian expatriates.
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Global Freshwater Levels Decline Since 2014, NASA-German Satellites Reveal
Data from NASA and German satellites reveal Earth's freshwater levels declined significantly after May 2014, with storage remaining persistently low. Research attributes this to global warming, major droughts, and human activity such as irrigation. The trend raises concerns over water stress, food security, and long-term environmental stability.
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World Food Day 2024: Shocking Facts About Global Hunger And How We Can Help Reduce It
World Food Day 2024 serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address global hunger and promote sustainable food systems.
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Make Way For Orange Fungus - A New Sensation In The World Of Gastronomy
With upcycling of food, one can aim to reduce food wastage and enhance global food security, explains the researchers.
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Banana Apocalypse Could Be Averted Thanks to Genetic Breakthrough
A recent breakthrough in genetic research offers new hope for saving the world’s banana supply from fusarium wilt, a devastating disease that threatens the Cavendish variety. This study, detailed in Nature Microbiology, sheds light on how this disease, which previously wiped out the Gros Michel bananas in the 1950s, is now affecting Cavendish ban...
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Let's Work Unitedly To Confront Pressing Challenges: PM Modi To Global South
PM Modi today called on the countries of the Global South to work unitedly in dealing with food and energy security crises and challenges of terrorism as he flagged concerns over consequences of "uncertainties" around the world.
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Global South Facing Challenges Of Food, Energy Security: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today flagged concerns over the consequences of global uncertainties on developing countries, especially in areas of food and energy securities.
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Climate Change Could Make Earth's Oldest Microorganisms Dominant in Oceans, Study Reveals
New research highlights a significant shift in marine ecosystems due to climate change. Prokaryotes, the oldest and smallest microorganisms on Earth, are expected to become more dominant as ocean temperatures rise. These microorganisms, which include bacteria and archaea, play a crucial role in marine nutrient cycles and food chains. However, their...
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India Food Surplus Nation, Aims To Find Global Food Security Solution: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said India has become a food surplus country and is also working to provide solutions for global food and nutritional security.
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Children Starve As Millions Of Gaza Inhabitants Face Famine Threat
Nearly 166 million people worldwide are estimated to need urgent action against hunger, according to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), a global partnership which measures food insecurity.
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Microplastics Choking Plant Life Could Put 400 Million People At Risk of Starvation In 20 Years: Study
A study finds that microplastics are damaging the photosynthesis of plants, threatening global food security and increasing the risk of starvation for millions.
-
Ocean Warming Rate Quadruples Over Four Decades, Accelerating Climate Change
New research highlights a troubling acceleration in ocean warming, with the rate of temperature rise quadrupling since the 1980s. According to a study in Environmental Research Letters, ocean surface temperatures now rise at 0.27°C per decade, up from 0.06°C. This rapid warming, driven by greenhouse gases like CO2 and methane, is worsening Earth'...
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New Dual-Reactor Tech Turns CO2 Into Protein for Food and Sustainability
A team of engineers in China has developed an innovative dual-reactor system that converts carbon dioxide into a high-protein product suitable for human and animal consumption. The two-stage process uses microbial electrosynthesis to turn CO2 into acetate, which is then used by bacteria to produce single-cell protein. This system promises a more su...
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Missi Roti Listed In '100 Worst Rated Foods In The World', Indian Foodies React
While garlic naan often secures a spot among the best global bread varieties, Missi roti was ranked among some of the worst dishes in the world, according to TasteAtlas.
-
India Inc Seeks Cut In Personal Income Tax Rates At Pre-Budget Meet
Industry bodies also raised the issue of dumping of excess stock by China globally, including in India, and challenges posed to food security and inflation due to the "climate emergency", during the fifth pre-Budget consultation meeting.
-
Opinion | Why An Unstable Middle East Is A Risk For India
Any volatility in Middle East will directly impact energy security, food security, economic engagement, maritime connectivity, and the welfare of 10 million Indian expatriates.
-
Global Freshwater Levels Decline Since 2014, NASA-German Satellites Reveal
Data from NASA and German satellites reveal Earth's freshwater levels declined significantly after May 2014, with storage remaining persistently low. Research attributes this to global warming, major droughts, and human activity such as irrigation. The trend raises concerns over water stress, food security, and long-term environmental stability.
-
World Food Day 2024: Shocking Facts About Global Hunger And How We Can Help Reduce It
World Food Day 2024 serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address global hunger and promote sustainable food systems.
-
Make Way For Orange Fungus - A New Sensation In The World Of Gastronomy
With upcycling of food, one can aim to reduce food wastage and enhance global food security, explains the researchers.
-
Banana Apocalypse Could Be Averted Thanks to Genetic Breakthrough
A recent breakthrough in genetic research offers new hope for saving the world’s banana supply from fusarium wilt, a devastating disease that threatens the Cavendish variety. This study, detailed in Nature Microbiology, sheds light on how this disease, which previously wiped out the Gros Michel bananas in the 1950s, is now affecting Cavendish ban...
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Let's Work Unitedly To Confront Pressing Challenges: PM Modi To Global South
PM Modi today called on the countries of the Global South to work unitedly in dealing with food and energy security crises and challenges of terrorism as he flagged concerns over consequences of "uncertainties" around the world.
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Global South Facing Challenges Of Food, Energy Security: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today flagged concerns over the consequences of global uncertainties on developing countries, especially in areas of food and energy securities.
-
Climate Change Could Make Earth's Oldest Microorganisms Dominant in Oceans, Study Reveals
New research highlights a significant shift in marine ecosystems due to climate change. Prokaryotes, the oldest and smallest microorganisms on Earth, are expected to become more dominant as ocean temperatures rise. These microorganisms, which include bacteria and archaea, play a crucial role in marine nutrient cycles and food chains. However, their...
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India Food Surplus Nation, Aims To Find Global Food Security Solution: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said India has become a food surplus country and is also working to provide solutions for global food and nutritional security.
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Children Starve As Millions Of Gaza Inhabitants Face Famine Threat
Nearly 166 million people worldwide are estimated to need urgent action against hunger, according to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), a global partnership which measures food insecurity.
