The article discusses the inefficacy of the Ken-Betwa interlinking project in solving the water crisis in Bundelkhand. It highlights the environmental and logistical challenges associated with the project, questioning its viability and long-term benefits. The series is produced in partnership with the Pulitzer Center.

The article discusses the inefficacy of the Ken-Betwa interlinking project in addressing the water crisis in Bundelkhand. It highlights the environmental and logistical challenges associated with the project, questioning its viability as a solution.

Bengal tigers in the Bangladesh Sundarbans face potential extinction by 2070 due to climate change and rising sea levels, according to a study by researchers from Bangladesh and Australia. The Sundarbans, the world's largest mangrove ecosystem, is under threat from rising water levels and climate change effects, which could decimate tiger habitats. The study calls for increased conservation efforts by the Bangladesh government, including designating more areas for tiger conservation and creating safe corridors. However, some experts believe the outlook is not as dire, suggesting that sediment accumulation could offset some habitat loss. The fate of Indian tigers in the Sundarbans is similarly at risk, highlighting the need for transnational conservation efforts.

Bengal tigers in the Bangladesh Sundarbans face potential extinction by 2070 due to climate change and rising sea levels, according to a study by researchers from Bangladesh and Australia. The Sundarbans, the world's largest mangrove ecosystem, is under threat from rising water levels and climate change, which could lead to a complete loss of tiger habitats. The study calls for increased conservation efforts, including designating more areas for tiger conservation and creating corridors for safe movement. However, some experts argue that the situation may not be as dire, suggesting that sediment accumulation could mitigate habitat loss. The fate of Indian tigers in the Sundarbans is similarly threatened, highlighting the need for transnational conservation efforts.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has a comparable number of dynastic members of parliament to the Indian National Congress (INC), challenging the perception that the Congress is uniquely nepotistic. Analysis of data from Harvard University and the University of Mannheim reveals that political dynasties are prevalent across all major Indian parties. Despite the BJP's anti-dynast rhetoric, it harbors its own dynasts, including senior leaders. The phenomenon of dynastic politics is attributed to structural factors within Indian democracy, such as the high cost of elections and caste-based voting. Experts suggest that reforms in election finance and greater transparency are needed to reduce the influence of political dynasties.

A new study reveals that 80% of marginalized children in India experience corporal punishment in schools, with significant numbers also facing abuse at home. Despite legal protections, social structures and economic deprivation perpetuate this issue. The report highlights the detrimental effects on children's mental health, education outcomes, and future behavior. Teachers' prejudices against migrant children and poor working conditions exacerbate the problem, while parents often approve of such disciplinary methods. The study calls for better enforcement of existing laws and more supportive educational environments.

The article discusses the impact of disappearing rural jobs on women in India, particularly in the village of Pimplad in Nashik, Maharashtra. It highlights how the loss of agricultural jobs due to land being sold for non-agricultural use has disproportionately affected women, who are often left jobless outside the monsoon season. The article cites data from Oxfam India's report and the National Sample Survey Office, showing a significant decline in rural employment, especially among women. It also discusses the socio-cultural factors that confine women to low-paid, insecure agricultural work and the need for government intervention to provide better employment opportunities and training for rural women.

Since 1999, both the Congress and BJP have had a significant number of dynastic MPs elected to the Lok Sabha, with the Congress slightly ahead. Despite the BJP's anti-dynast rhetoric, it also harbors many dynasts. Political dynasties are common across all major parties in India, influenced by factors such as caste politics and the high cost of elections. The Aam Aadmi Party has banned family members from contesting from the same constituency to avoid dynasties. Experts suggest that reforms in election finance and transparency are needed to reduce the influence of wealthy, well-connected dynastic candidates.

Insia Dariwala, a filmmaker and social activist, discusses the societal pressures that force men to downplay their experiences of sexual abuse. Her work, including the short film 'The Candy Man' and the NGO Hands of Hope Foundation, aims to bring attention to male child sexual abuse, a topic often overshadowed by the focus on female victims. Despite increased media coverage, the issue remains under-addressed, with societal norms and patriarchal beliefs contributing to the stigma. Dariwala's efforts have led to a government-supported study on male child sexual abuse, highlighting the need for a societal shift in how abuse is perceived and reported.

The article highlights the severe impact of rural job loss on women in India, particularly in the context of agricultural decline and the shift to non-farm employment. It discusses how marginalized groups, especially Dalit women, are disproportionately affected by job scarcity, leading to increased exploitation and economic disparity. The article also examines the role of government schemes like MGNREGS in providing employment opportunities and calls for greater investment and policy changes to support rural women workers. Experts emphasize the need for gender-friendly training programs and land rights reforms to improve women's economic status and reduce the gender wage gap.