By 2060, discarded solar panels could total 297 to 402 million tonnes worldwide; recycling them could generate almost $1 trillion in economic benefits

Solar Panel Waste: The Unknown Side of Solar Power Discarded solar panels could become a major global waste problem, with as much as 402 million tonnes of photovoltaic (PV) waste expected by 2060. But if these panels are recycled properly, the materials inside them could create almost $1 trillion (£770 billion) in economic value.According to…

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NITI Aayog proposes changes in professional services rules; licensing, mobility and foreign qualifications in focus

NITI Aayog flags gaps in professional services rules, suggests easier licensing and wider mobility The rules governing professionals in India may see changes in the coming years, with NITI Aayog suggesting steps to make professional licensing, qualification recognition, and movement between states and countries easier.The recommendations cover several major fields, including law, accounting, architecture, engineering,…

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Unmarried might find themselves facing romantic proposals; existing relationships flourish with affection

As a new week unfolds, Taurus ventures into a realm of positive vibes, particularly in their professional life and social gatherings. Midweek, however, it’s wise to tread carefully, as underlying tensions may arise along with the need for financial wisdom. By Thursday, family connections and emotional bonding take precedence. Unmarried Taurus might find themselves facing…

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Supreme Court to hear plea seeking rules for CBSE’s on-screen marking system on August 21

The Supreme Court will hear on August 21 a plea seeking directions to the Centre and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to frame clear regulations for conducting board examinations through the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system.The matter assumes significance as concerns have been raised over the impact of the digital evaluation process on students’…

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Why India’s GCC boom is facing a talent problem — and what companies want next

Talent gaps threaten India’s GCC growth (representative image) Talent shortages are emerging as a strategic risk for India’s global capability centre (GCC) sector, with 11% of GCC leaders saying their global headquarters are actively evaluating or shifting mandates to competing geographies, according to a PwC India-FICCI study.The report, based on a survey of 200 senior…

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Newfoundland introduced moose in 1878, today, the population of 11,000 is on the verge of eradicating the island’s forests

Newfoundland introduced moose for food in the region more than a century ago. Today, about 110,000 of their population are reshaping the island’s forests, eradicating them slowly. Initially, the animals had been brought in as a dependable source of meat, but the expansion of the herd has unleashed somewhat of an ecological juggernaut on the…

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