This #WorldOceansDay, we call on companies around the world to commit to ending plastic production as the only way to stop marine pollution. Oceans are our joint wealth; not corporate dumping ground.
Several countries around the world have managed to reduce their burden of NCD by using #WarningLabels on the front of packed foods. Packed foods are frequently high in undesirable nutrients. This #WorldFoodSafetyDay, we ask for warning labels that…
#Paratransit is a dominant mode of transport in many parts of the world, providing affordable mobility in the Global South. Decades of fine-tuning has led to accessible, affordable and fast paratransit but each with its own quirks reflecting a rich…
From the catchy slogans about road rules you see on autos to fining two-wheeler drivers & pillion riders for not wearing #helmets, the Greater Chennai Traffic Police are promoting road safety in various ways. Kudos to the authorities for…
Switch off your appliances at the wall when not in use. It will help reduce your electricity bill, and save earth's precious resources. #WorldEnvironmentDay. Let's not strip earth bare.
#SaveElectricity #GlobalWarming #ClimateCrisis #GreenNewDeal #…
#Cycling is an affordable, healthy, environmentally friendly mode of transport that can reduce congestion in our urban centres. On #WorldBicycleDay, global cities are showing a renewed interest in #bicycles & prioritising them on their streets.
As per a UN report "Drought In Numbers", in 2022, more than 2.3 billion people will face water stress & almost 160 million children are exposed to severe droughts. A global commitment to drought prevention and preparedness in the short term #…
Fraudsters can create an unauthorised copy of your #CreditCard by forging the details on it. Be vigilant when giving your card to be swiped. Your card details are also more easily compromised when used for international transactions because the RBI…
Did you know #Rickshaws were first seen in #Japan in the 19th century? These were traditionally a two-wheel vehicle, pulled by a person. These evolved to harness mechanical power & then #motors & now #electricity. You can still find…
Female family members of a road crash victim often take up an extra job in addition to the burden of daily household chores & caregiving. This impact remains underreported in policy making and increases time poverty. PC: V Srinivasan on Unsplash…