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Water scarcity and the need for reusing wastewater

Reclaimed water is becoming an attractive option for ensuring water security.

Making food safer and sustainable

Greater investments in science, technology and innovative practices can transform food systems, and ensure steady supplies, nutrition, and access

Environmental carcinogens threaten our wellbeing

The increase in cancer rates globally has been linked to prolonged exposure to environmental contaminants.

India and China eye Indian Ocean’s ‘pearl’

Sri Lanka’s new President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will have to strike a deft balance between two regional powers.

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What’s at stake as Kashmir goes to the polls

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

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A one-sided election risks Bangladesh’s future

With the distinction between the state, government and party obliterated, Bangladesh is heading towards a personalised autocracy.

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Bangladesh’s prospects for democracy and development fade

Bangladesh is slipping towards elections that may not be free and fair and will undermine its democratic future.

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Good intentions alone will not ensure a free and fair election

Although Bangladesh’s election commission has a plan to meet the challenges to holding free and fair elections, its implementation seems patchy.

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Ignore, rebut and embrace: how to shut down conspiracies

Trying to shut down conspiracy theories with laws and regulation isn’t working. It may be time to try something different.

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How India can counter religion in politics

Six clear pathways to help India become more democratic and secular and counter the religious polarisation of politics.

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Home ownership is not only personal but political

How political parties have influenced our desire to own our own homes.

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Tea and a quiet word: How women influence peace talks in Myanmar

Myanmar’s formal peace efforts have traditionally involved only men. It’s time for that to change.

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Making food safer and sustainable

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India and China eye Indian Ocean’s ‘pearl’

What’s at stake as Kashmir goes to the polls

A one-sided election risks Bangladesh’s future

Bangladesh’s prospects for democracy and development fade

Good intentions alone will not ensure a free and fair election

Ignore, rebut and embrace: how to shut down conspiracies

Home ownership is not only personal but political

Tea and a quiet word: How women influence peace talks in Myanmar

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