India is a major contributor to the global e-waste crisis. Between 2010 and 2022, India experienced the highest global growth of 163% in generating electronic waste (e-waste) from screens, computers, and small IT and telecommunication equipment (SCSIT), according to a United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) report.
Furthermore, data presented by the Minister of State for the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Tokhan Sahu, in the Rajya Sabha on December 16, 2024, reveals a concerning rise in India's e-waste generation. From 1.01 million metric tonnes (MT) in 2019-20, the country's e-waste output surge... Read More
In India, a growing number of artists are transforming waste materials into stunning artworks, merging creativity with environmental consciousness. These artists repurpose discarded items, from electronic components to plastic waste, into pieces that not only captivate the eye but also convey powerful messages about sustainability.
Vishwanath Mallabadi Davangere: The E-Waste Sculptor
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Recent flash floods across the towns and cities in the lap of Himalayan region brought forth destruction, devastation and disaster risks to the forefront. In this photo story we bring to you destruction at the school based on the manjhi river bank, vulnerability of poor household situated adjacent to river bank and reconstruction work post the flashflood in Bhagau Nag area of dharamshala.
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Technology is a useful servant, but a dangerous master, it was rightly said. Electronic devices have grown into an inevitable part of our daily lives.
