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sustainable development goal news

Earth Day: Vatika City residents in Gurgaon take a step towards sustainability

Children and the elderly have an important role in bringing about this positive change.
Updated on Apr 22, 2026 03:54 pm IST

India on track to meet poverty-reduction goal, but 206 mn children still lack key services: UNICEF

India on track to meet poverty-reduction goal, but 206 mn children still lack key services: UNICEF
Published on Nov 20, 2025 03:27 pm IST

8 Manipur districts top SDG 16 chart on peace, justice

8 Manipur districts top SDG 16 chart on peace, justice
Published on Jul 08, 2025 07:44 am IST

Haryana maternal mortality ratio sees 17-point decline: Arti Singh Rao

The health minister Arti Singh Rao said that this achievement reflects the efforts of the state government to strengthen maternal healthcare services. (HT File)
Published on Jun 16, 2025 08:02 am IST

Decline in child mortality rate in Maharashtra

The Centre’s report highlights that Maharashtra’s neonatal mortality rate stands at 11 per 1,000 live births, achieving the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2030 target of below 12 deaths per 1,000 live births. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Published on Mar 30, 2025 05:24 am IST

From textured panels to vibrant hues: Interior trends shaping home decor in 2025

A sneak peek into 2025: Top 10 home decor trends to watch.
Updated on Jan 08, 2025 07:41 pm IST

AQI 15 in Delhi! Meet the Sainik Farms couple that keeps the air clean and cool

Neeno Kaur and Peter Singh, residents of south Delhi's Sainik Farms, are the new social media favourites for practicing sustainable living and waste management.
Published on Dec 08, 2024 01:13 pm IST

India’s climate-friendly diet, eating habits could save the planet, says WWF

India’s climate-friendly diet, sustainable eating habits could save the planet, says WWF
Updated on Oct 10, 2024 11:18 pm IST

IIMA launches report on the status of women’s empowerment in India

Dignitaries releasing the report at IIMA
Updated on Sept 22, 2024 07:57 am IST

Gujarat: Dharoi Dam set for tourism transformation

Gujarat: Dharoi Dam set for tourism transformation from adventure sports to cultural hubs
Published on Jul 27, 2024 04:24 pm IST

On Paper Bag Day, here are 5 ways to recycle and make the most use of these bags

Wrap fruits and vegetables in paper bags
Published on Jul 12, 2024 02:25 pm IST

Fight the rising tide of hunger

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Volunteers deliver food to families, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Jabalia, in the northern Gaza Strip April 22, 2024. REUTERS/Mahmoud Issa TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
Published on Apr 28, 2024 10:53 pm IST

‘NITI Aayog…A cheerleader of PM': Congress snubs think tank's report on poverty

Congress General Secretary in-charge Communications Jairam Ramesh.
Published on Jan 17, 2024 02:18 pm IST

IIM Lucknow offers a full-fledged PG program in Sustainable Management

The curriculum offers specialised courses on principles of sustainable management, sustainability measurement and reporting, systems thinking, lifecycle management, stakeholder management and public policy..
Published on Nov 06, 2023 09:16 am IST

ICAI announced as winners of the ISAR Honours 2023 award

ICAI Sustainability Initiatives received the highest score amongst 70 initiatives received from around the world.
Published on Oct 20, 2023 01:22 pm IST

‘Increase investments to address infra deficit, achieve sustainable development’

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Police, SDRF, ITBP, and army personal during rescue operations in Shimla on August 14. (Deepak Sansta/HT Photo)
Published on Oct 16, 2023 09:04 pm IST

Why empowering teachers is key to a sustainable future

At the United Nations Transforming Education Summit in September 2022, 114 countries submitted National Statements of Commitment to advance and transform education.
Published on Sept 18, 2023 03:23 pm IST

World Bamboo Day 2023: Date, history, significance and celebration

World Bamboo Day 2023: Date, history, significance and celebration
Published on Sept 17, 2023 04:20 pm IST

Valuing water in agriculture to reward farmers’ actions in conservation

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Agriculture (HT File)
Published on May 11, 2024 11:33 am IST

Connectivity initiatives to achieve SDGs and Paris climate goals

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Global warming
Published on May 11, 2024 11:18 am IST

Bhutan sees spike in international tourists, tourism industry resurges

Bhutan sees spike in international tourists, tourism industry resurges
Published on May 17, 2023 05:06 pm IST

Key differences persist as IPCC meet stretches on

Representational image.
Updated on Mar 18, 2023 02:06 am IST

NSSO survey shows India’s progress on UN's Sustainable Development Goals

95.7% people were living with an improved drinking water source in the MIS. (HT Archive)
Updated on Mar 08, 2023 06:45 am IST

Demystifying the challenges of low-income housing delivery: The case Of Delhi

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While a majority of flats in the scheme — close to 11,500 — are for the low income group (LIG), there are 205 flats in the high income group category (HIG) and these are located in Vasant Kunj and Jasola. (Representative image/HT Archive)
Published on May 11, 2024 02:04 pm IST

Lifestyle choices to lead a kinder life: Steps to achieve conscious consumption

Lifestyle choices to lead a kinder life: Steps to achieve conscious consumption, sustainable purchase practices
Updated on Dec 03, 2022 10:08 am IST

Achieving sustainable development goal targets for health workforce

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While nurses enjoy a majority in the health workforce, they remain starkly absent from leadership roles (AP)
Published on May 11, 2024 01:41 pm IST

Tribal women have a significant role in India’s transformation

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As India progresses rapidly, the need of the hour is to ensure we develop the collective agency of tribal women to make Sabka Vikas (everyone’s development) a reality. It is indeed time for affirmative action and equitable progress.
Published on May 11, 2024 01:30 pm IST

Agenda 2030: A bumpy road ahead?

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The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Report 2022 has finally revealed the severity of the social, economic and environmental setbacks endured by the world during the two-years spanning the Covid-19 pandemic.
Published on May 11, 2024 01:29 pm IST

Tackling effectively the maternal and child health emergencies

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According to government data, 52% pregnant women access public health facilities for delivery services. Under the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets, India’s maternal mortality rate has to be brought down to below 70 per 100,000 live births by 2030.
Updated on May 11, 2024 12:50 pm IST

Feed more hungry people for less money– help them plant

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Billions of people have already struggled through the last two years; acute hunger skyrocketed and the threat of famine once again returned.
Updated on May 11, 2024 12:49 pm IST