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November 15, 2025

‘What river?’: How Mumbai’s neglected Mithi punishes those who live on its banks

Infrastructural changes and everyday realities like the dumping of waste have made life inhospitable for the city’s poorest

The ‘right time’ to eat protein: Little and often, rather than in one meal

Spreading out your protein intake and timing it after workouts has the maximum benefit

A new science-backed Planetary Health Diet is in the spotlight. How does the Indian diet measure up?

India falls short on protein and could do better with whole grains. Its ghee consumption raises concerns

Why Akkadi Salu, an ancient practice of intercropping ragi, deserves a comeback

Though mechanised monocropping has been favoured, Akkadi Salu may better withstand climate change

Feature Articles

Decoding ragi’s cropping conditions: How farmers study soil, rains and temperature

Syncing with the monsoon is important for a rain-fed crop like ragi; sowing too early or late has a direct effect on harvests

Rama Ranee

November 22, 2025

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Friends of the soil: A farmer’s key allies hide backstage and underground

From earthworms to dung beetles, the agricultural landscape and its thriving soil features a diverse set of agents

Harshita Kale

November 18, 2025

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India’s first meal crisis: Is the rise of formula threatening breastfeeding?

Despite global health organisations and laws vouching for exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months, formula is making a dent in infant nutrition

Durga Sreenivasan

November 17, 2025

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The ‘right time’ to eat protein: Little and often, rather than in one meal

Spreading out your protein intake and timing it after workouts has the maximum benefit

Durga Sreenivasan

November 15, 2025

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How agroforestry rooted in millets like ragi can benefit the farmer and planet

The interaction of millets like sorghum with trees like teak creates the holistic ecosystem needed for the Earth

Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness

Kerala’s crackdown on errant pharmacies is curbing antimicrobial resistance

Kerala’s action against the sale of antibiotics without appropriate prescriptions has now inspired Telangana

Pallavi Prasad

September 29, 2025

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Add crisis to cart: Why instant delivery and antibiotics don't mix

Payment-first flows and one-minute teleconsults are making antibiotic access too easy—and antimicrobial resistance harder to fight

Pooja Bhatia

September 2, 2025

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How drug-resistant tuberculosis is bringing life to a halt in India

Lack of adequate nutrition increases vulnerability to TB and prolongs recovery from it

T A Ameerudheen

February 6, 2025

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Meet the minds investigating bugs lurking in poultry

'Farm owners are unaware of antimicrobial resistance's risks'

Laasya Shekhar

January 17, 2025

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The 'plant' doctor will see you now

Experts at ‘clinics’ are teaching farmers to heal crops, boost yields

Photo Stories

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August 5, 2025

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Behold, the god of cattle and cultivator

Deepanwita Gita Niyogi

June 24, 2025

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Corny business

Tasmia Ansari

June 9, 2025

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Smells like team spirit

Prasoon Kiran

January 29, 2025

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Small catch

Sandeep S

December 28, 2024

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The banana republic

Explainers

Are superfoods real—or a marketing gimmick?

Unpacking how exotic and everyday ingredients are elevated to ‘super’ status

Tasmia Ansari

May 7, 2025

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The secret life of marigolds: Pest patrol hiding in plain sight

Hacks involving the flower and roots can boost crop and soil health

Tasmia Ansari

April 25, 2025

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India’s mushroom moment: Rural and urban farmers are betting on fungiculture

Favourable climate and access to compost and diverse species have changed the game

Chaharika Uppal

April 18, 2025

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Black Soldier Fly: A hero of insect farming and waste management

Far from being pests, the larvae of this insect can process trash and serve as nutritious feed for livestock

Chaharika Uppal

April 16, 2025

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These ducks mean business in paddy fields

Across states like Odisha and Kerala, ducklings are enabling rice farmers to do away with chemical pesticides

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Editor's Pick

‘What river?’: How Mumbai’s neglected Mithi punishes those who live on its banks

The ‘right time’ to eat protein: Little and often, rather than in one meal

A new science-backed Planetary Health Diet is in the spotlight. How does the Indian diet measure up?

Why Akkadi Salu, an ancient practice of intercropping ragi, deserves a comeback

Feature Articles

Decoding ragi’s cropping conditions: How farmers study soil, rains and temperature

Friends of the soil: A farmer’s key allies hide backstage and underground

India’s first meal crisis: Is the rise of formula threatening breastfeeding?

The ‘right time’ to eat protein: Little and often, rather than in one meal

How agroforestry rooted in millets like ragi can benefit the farmer and planet

Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness

Kerala’s crackdown on errant pharmacies is curbing antimicrobial resistance

Add crisis to cart: Why instant delivery and antibiotics don't mix

How drug-resistant tuberculosis is bringing life to a halt in India

Meet the minds investigating bugs lurking in poultry

The 'plant' doctor will see you now

Photo Stories

Behold, the god of cattle and cultivator

Corny business

Smells like team spirit

Small catch

The banana republic

Explainers

Are superfoods real—or a marketing gimmick?

The secret life of marigolds: Pest patrol hiding in plain sight

India’s mushroom moment: Rural and urban farmers are betting on fungiculture

Black Soldier Fly: A hero of insect farming and waste management

These ducks mean business in paddy fields

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