Just as we hit Karnal, 130 km north of New Delhi, in Haryana on National Highway 1, a noxious odour and a mild haze are all but obvious. As we turn left off the highway, their source comes into view: large stretches of agricultural fields coated in various shades of black, with the embers still fresh on some. Burning the residues of the rice crop after harvest in winter, and of wheat …
How climate-smart agriculture is crucial to India’s food security at a time of farm distress
More of Today's Solutions
Yangtze River sees major ecological recovery after China’s fishing ban
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM After decades of ecological decline, China’s Yangtze River, Asia’s longest and one of the most degraded waterways in ...
Read More10 brain-boosting hobbies for older adults that help keep the brain and body ...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Many people yearn for the golden years of retirement, where the grind often slows down, and we have ...
Read MoreNavigating counteroffers: a complete guide to making the right career move
Starting a job search is like stepping onto a carousel of potential opportunities. Once you secure that amazing new job offer, the excitement is palpable. But what if, just ...
Read MoreAre holiday tunes good for your health? Here’s what science says
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Love it or hate it, Christmas music is an inescapable part of the holiday season. For some, it’s ...
Read More
