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How much tourism is too much?

Tourism is projected to hit a record $US11 trillion in 2024, but unchecked growth raises concerns about overtourism and its impact on communities.

Washing away greenwashing

The deceptive practice undermines genuine efforts by industries and individuals to achieve the 2050 net zero target.

The Pakistani standoff aside, the Indian government must go beyond ensuring only procedural democracy in the Kashmir Valley.

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The Indian government will have to take a considered view on doing more than statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.

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Climate change and increased human activity are putting one of Asia’s most important river systems under duress. It will require a sustained and coordinated effort to fix things.

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Local governments represent an untapped resource in the fight against disinformation about migrants, especially in the cities where the effects are felt.

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Deep groundwater extraction wells are built by the business elites for commercial value. Better transparency will help manage them more sustainably.

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