And Then the Smog Struck
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And Then the Smog Struck

In Delhi, we’ve never actually done anything. At best, we’ve pointed out the flaws and the issues plaguing us; at worst, we’ve exploited them. We were smug. Until the smog struck.
Delhi vs Mumbai: Mere Paas Ped Hain
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Delhi vs Mumbai: Mere Paas Ped Hain

Whichever way you lean in the age-old debate of Delhi vs Mumbai, you have to admit the capital holds the edge in one area. Delhi HC’s order saving 16,500 trees from being chopped is a far cry from axe-happy Mumbai’s approach of felling 5,000 trees for Metro-3.
The Woods Are Alive
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The Woods Are Alive

The sacred forest of Mawphlang in Meghalaya is watching every move you make. Just try taking away a twig from its hallowed grounds.
Why the Capital Needs the Aravalli Biodiversity Park More Than Highways
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Why the Capital Needs the Aravalli Biodiversity Park More Than Highways

Delhi’s parks have often served as a haven for those marginalised by the city’s many problems – space, pollution, and security. To some, the park is just that stretch of earth that doesn’t smell of burnt rubber. To some, it’s the only place where they can take a deep breath without worrying about the air quality index.
What If Glaciers Melted?
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What If Glaciers Melted?

Experts have been sounding warnings about glaciers melting at an accelerated rate for decades now. Kerala's disastrous floods prove how destructive a watery disaster can be. What should we expect in case of a glacial meltdown?
The Great Degradation of Uttarakhand
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The Great Degradation of Uttarakhand

We don’t know the causes behind the Uttarakhand flash food yet. But it’s a reminder of how environmentally sensitive the region is and that the effects of big development need to be examined before they begin, not after the next Chamoli.
Life After Plastic. It’s Fantastic
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Life After Plastic. It’s Fantastic

Years before plastic became pervasive, you went to buy ration swinging a cloth bag. The local butcher wrapped up your mutton in yesterday’s newspaper. But plastic adapted itself like a shape-shifting hydra to suit our urban needs.