This edition of Carbon Brief’s ‘Cropped’ newsletter casts a critical eye over two pivotal global issues: the contentious shifts in US land policy and the escalating suffering of India’s burgeoning gig economy workers due to the undeniable impacts of climate change. These seemingly disparate narratives are, in fact, profoundly interconnected, […]
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Should India turn surplus rice into ethanol?
India is grappling with an unprecedented challenge, facing a colossal rice surplus that far exceeds its domestic consumption capacity, export opportunities, and the reach of public distribution schemes. In response, the nation is exploring a significant, yet contentious, policy shift: diverting this record rice stock towards the production of ethanol, […]
F1 Box Office Collection Day 5: Brad Pitt’s Hollywood Movie Aims Big Mark In India, Leaves Behind Kannappa, Maa
Brad Pitt’s highly anticipated F1-themed Hollywood movie has ignited the Indian box office, asserting an exceptional presence and recording an impressive collection on its fifth day of release. This significant financial success positions the film as a formidable contender in the competitive Indian cinematic landscape, notably leaving behind other domestic […]
India Doubles U.S. Oil Imports to Please Trump
In a strategic pivot reflecting the intricate dance of global trade and diplomatic relations, India has significantly ramped up its crude oil imports from the United States. This notable shift, accelerating since the beginning of the year, serves as a calculated maneuver by the Indian government to navigate the complex […]