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Published on Mar 22, 2025

Five years on, five lessons from Covid lockdowns

This March marks five years since the world stopped. On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared Covid a pandemic. On March 24, the Government of India declared a nationwide lockdown, one of the most stringent globally. With five years …

Source: The Indian Express - Center-left
Published on Mar 21, 2025

Water, an invaluable resource for mankind

Sri Lanka was known as a hydraulic civilization where villages and communities were built around water sources. The ancient tank cascade system has been recognised as an engineering marvel that kings of yesteryear introduced to Sri Lanka when she was known …

Source: Daily Mirror - Label Pending
Published on Mar 21, 2025

What does a relationship reboot between Bangladesh and Pakistan mean for India?

The arrival of a cargo ship carrying rice from Pakistan at the Chittagong port in early March was cause for much excitement in Bangladesh since it brightened the prospect of reviving a maritime link that had not been used for decades. However, strategic …

Source: Frontline - The Hindu - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 21, 2025

World Happiness Report 2025 Places India at 118th, Revealing Contrasts in Social Trust and Benevolence

Reported By Amit Singh Pune, 21st March 2025: India finds itself at the 118th spot among 143 countries in the latest World Happiness Report 2025, a ranking that offers a window into the nation’s social dynamics, community engagement, and trust in …

Source: Punekar News - Neutral
Published on Mar 21, 2025

Making sense of reality: review of Wild Fictions — Essays by Amitav Ghosh

It is now a widely-acknowledged opinion that Amitav Ghosh has contributed tremendously to the world’s understanding of climate change and colonialism and neo-imperialism, with his immaculate understanding of both, and his ability to establish the roots of …

Source: The Hindu - Center-left
Published on Mar 21, 2025

Hegemonic dollar, Trumpism and dollar hungry economies

Trumpism spells disaster even to this unfair trading environment by provoking a trade war through prohibitive tariffs imposed on crucial imports The second term of US President Donald Trump had begun with a big bang. His predatory policies of US …

Source: Daily FT - Label Pending
Published on Mar 21, 2025

Auckland braces for epic weekend of sport

NZ Warriors fans at Go Media Stadium. Photo: Photosport New Zealand's favourite sports will be on offer this weekend in Auckland, with both rugby codes, cricket and a potential football blockbuster laying the platform for four days of thrills. Tāmaki …

Source: RNZ - Public Broadcaster
Published on Mar 20, 2025

Empowering Communities To Preserve Ghana’s Ramsar Sites

Community engagement is the cornerstone of successful environmental conservation efforts. Ramsar sites, as critical ecosystems, thrive when local populations understand their importance and feel empowered to protect them. Across the world, innovative …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Mar 20, 2025

A new hotel set in a 19th-century estate spotlights life in Assam's tea gardens

When a train hoots somewhere in the background, I am told a “historic” railway track cuts through the tea garden—the very same route the Dalai Lama took while fleeing Tibet in the 1950s. In fact, Tezpur, a picturesque town located about 10km away from the …

Source: Conde Nast Traveller - Neutral
Published on Mar 20, 2025

The fastest moving banker in the Gulf

Meeting up with Hassan Heikal is like trying to hit a moving target. I thought I had him nailed down in Cairo, but he managed to elude me. Then I had arranged to meet in Dubai, but on the morning he had to go elsewhere. Finally, when I collared him in his …

Source: The National News - Pro-Government
Published on Mar 20, 2025

From Corporate Desk to Conservation Mission: How Arun Krishnamurthy Is Reviving 460+ Water Bodies Across India

Arun Krishnamurthy, founder of the Environmentalist Foundation of India (EFI), has spearheaded the restoration of over 460 water bodies across India, inspiring a pro-planet mindset through community engagement and scientific methods. Leaving behind a …

Source: The Logical Indian - Uncategorized

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:47 GMT

Preliminary Flood Maps for Hays County, Texas Ready for Public View

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in the cities of Buda, Creedmoor, Hays, Kyle, Mountain City, Niederwald, San Marcos and Uhland; and the unincorporated areas of Hays …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 21:39 GMT

Province funds replacement of flood-damaged dikes in Merritt

CANADA, March 25 - New funding from the Province will allow the City of Merritt to rebuild two damaged dikes to higher standards to better protect against flooding and keep people safe. The Province is providing the City of Merritt with $60 million to …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:47 GMT

West Virginian Renters may be eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance

CHARLESTON, W.Va.– West Virginia renters in Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming counties who experienced losses due to the winter floods from February 15 – 18, 2025 may be eligible for disaster recovery assistance from FEMA and the U.S Small …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:46 GMT

FEMA Eases Floodplain Requirements for Federally Funded Projects, Reducing Burden on American Communities

The agency revokes implementation of the Federal Flood Risk Management Standard following Presidential Executive Order WASHINGTON -- Today, FEMA announced that it has stopped implementing certain floodplain management requirements for federally funded …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:47 GMT

One Month Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:46 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Lee County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center is opening March 24 in Lee County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of Feb. 14 – March 7 severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:47 GMT

FEMA Strives to Leave No One Behind

FEMA customer service teams are calling applicants with disabilities to provide personal assistance as part of the agency’s commitment to ensure disaster recovery resources are available to everyone who was affected by Tropical Storm Helene. Disasters are …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 14:24 GMT

Western NC Code Red Air Quality Alert Expanded Due to Wildfires

Smoke from wildfires in Polk County and South Carolina will continue to produce unhealthy air quality and the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ) is expanding air quality alerts in western North Carolina. A Code Red …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 16:06 GMT

New Warnings for Mississippi Residents About Unlicensed Roofing Companies Amid Severe Weather Damage

Mississippi faces another severe weather outbreak on March 29-30; beware of unlicensed and unqualified roofing companies exploiting residents and businesses. PEARL, MS, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Mississippi faces yet …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

Experienced Fire Damage Lawyer Belal Hamideh Seeks Justice for LA Fire Survivors

Experienced Fire Damage Lawyer Can Help Those Injured in the Fires Receive Compensation LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Belal Hamideh, an experienced fire damage lawyer in Long Beach who serves all of Southern …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:23 GMT

EIN Presswire Welcomes New General Manager to Lead Global Operations

Petra Megan to spearhead strategic initiatives, operations, and team development to drive continued growth WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EIN Presswire, a division of Newsmatics and a leading online news and …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Kouga Local Municipality launches SA’s first drone emergency response programme

Kouga Local Municipality has officially launched the continent’s first Drone as a First Responder (DFR) programme KOUGA, SOUTH AFRICA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a trailblazing leap toward enhancing public safety and disaster …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 11:30 GMT

Mobility City's Technician Network, the Largest HME Repair & Delivery Network, is Now an Accredited Exemplary Provider

Mobility City's franchise system, with the largest HME repair and delivery Technician Network in the US, is now a CMS approved Exemplary Provider BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobility City Holdings Inc, …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:47 GMT

FEMA Strives to Leave No One Behind

FEMA customer service teams are calling applicants with disabilities to provide personal assistance as part of the agency’s commitment to ensure disaster recovery resources are available to everyone who was affected by Tropical Storm Helene. Disasters are …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:47 GMT

Preliminary Flood Maps for Hays County, Texas Ready for Public View

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in the cities of Buda, Creedmoor, Hays, Kyle, Mountain City, Niederwald, San Marcos and Uhland; and the unincorporated areas of Hays …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:47 GMT

West Virginian Renters may be eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance

CHARLESTON, W.Va.– West Virginia renters in Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming counties who experienced losses due to the winter floods from February 15 – 18, 2025 may be eligible for disaster recovery assistance from FEMA and the U.S Small …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:47 GMT

One Month Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:46 GMT

FEMA Eases Floodplain Requirements for Federally Funded Projects, Reducing Burden on American Communities

The agency revokes implementation of the Federal Flood Risk Management Standard following Presidential Executive Order WASHINGTON -- Today, FEMA announced that it has stopped implementing certain floodplain management requirements for federally funded …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:46 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Lee County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center is opening March 24 in Lee County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of Feb. 14 – March 7 severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

InnovationForce Unveils AI for Utility Innovation Leaders to Accelerate Grid Modernization

DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- InnovationForce, the leader in democratizing innovation with AI, announced the launch of InnovationWorks AI for grid modernization— a groundbreaking way to help utilities turn …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 17:21 GMT

AshBritt President Brittany Perkins Castillo to Speak at S. Texas All-Hazards Conference & RESPONDHer Leadership Summit

MCALLEN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AshBritt, a leading national government solutions provider specializing in rapid emergency management and logistics, is proud to announce that AshBritt President and CEO Brittany …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 01:49 GMT

Damaged Vehicle Assistance Available for Kentuckians Impacted by February Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. –FEMA may be able to provide financial assistance to help those whose vehicles were damaged due to the severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides that occurred February 14 – March 7. The first step is for …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 01:49 GMT

West Virginian Renters may be eligible for FEMA assistance

West Virginian Renters may be eligible for FEMA assistance CHARLESTON, W.Va.– West Virginia renters in Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming counties who experienced losses due to the winter floods from February 15 – 18, 2025 may be eligible …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

InsurIQ Joins AAIS Partner Program, Delivering Solutions to Enhance Policy Administration and Compliance

InsurIQ to offer AAIS Members software and services that will help transform, grow, and operate their business. LISLE, IL, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Association of Insurance Services (AAIS) is excited to …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

New Reduced Term Life Insurance Rates Available From Transamerica Life on ShopYourTerm.com

ALPHARETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WealthWave, a leading financial education company, is thrilled to announce that Transamerica Life has significantly reduced its term life insurance rates and streamlined its …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 12:19 GMT

Newsmatics Engages Student PR Leaders on Media Transparency, Fake News at PRSSA Event

PRSSA event emphasizes collaboration and leadership development WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Public relations students from across the country recently gathered in Charlotte, North Carolina, to boost their …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 21:57 GMT

Veterans Affairs Vet Center Works with FEMA to Support Disaster Survivors

Pikeville, Ky. (March 7, 2025) – Veteran Outreach Program Specialist Chris Eden stands outside the mobile vet center that he works from while deployed. (FEMA photo by Jevan Alves) A disaster may bring any number of challenges, from housing concerns to …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 19:02 GMT

FEMA to Host Housing Resource Fair Mar. 28- 29 in Statesboro

FEMA is hosting a Housing Resource Fair Friday and Saturday, Mar. 28- 29, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Statesboro at the following location: ` Honey Bowen Building 1 Max Lockwood Dr. Statesboro, GA 30458 The Housing Resource Fair will bring together federal, …

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