'Western nations overlook pace of India’s transition to non-fossil fuels'

IANS | October 12, 2026 6:24 PM

New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) While western countries continue to focus on India’s coal-fired power plants in the debate on climate change, what is being overlooked is the rapid rate at which the country is adding to its renewable energy capacity, which includes both solar, hydel, and wind power, an article said.

Geographically distant, but scientifically connected: MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh on India’s Arctic engagement

IANS | October 9, 2026 6:13 PM

Reykjavik, Oct 9 (IANS) Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, addressed a session at the Arctic Circle Assembly in Reykjavik on Friday, underscoring India’s commitment to a science-led approach in the Arctic as an Observer State. He asserted that even though India may be geographically distant from the region, but remains scientifically connected to it.

MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh to lead Indian delegation at Arctic Circle Assembly

IANS | October 7, 2026 8:47 PM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Kirti Vardhan Singh will be leading the Indian delegation to Iceland's Reykjavik from October 8-10 to participate in the annual meeting of the Arctic Circle Assembly (ACA), the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Wednesday.

From India to Global South: Gujarat’s water governance model offers lessons for world

IANS | October 7, 2026 1:42 PM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) A new case study, “From Gujarat to India: Water Lessons for the World”, tracing 25 years of India’s water governance journey, is in the spotlight for its resounding success in water conservation and management as the world stares at a looming crisis over the limited supply of safe and fresh potable water.