animals
- animal welfare, animals, climate change, Community Awareness, Environment, Environmental Justice, farmed animals, food systems, health, intersectional, Policy and Governance
Why Farmed Animal Advocacy is Failing to Break Through—and What Needs to Change
India is home to the largest number of farmed animals in the world, yet farmed animal advocacy remains underfunded, underestimated, and largely absent from key decision-making spaces. The challenge is not just about…
- animal welfare, animals, climate change, Environment, farmed animals, food systems, health, intersectional, Nature
Decolonizing Food Systems: Unraveling Colonial Legacies in Farmed Animal Welfare
As Independence Day approaches, I find myself reflecting not just on the political freedoms we’ve gained, but on the deeper, often overlooked layers of our history. The effects of colonialism are still very…
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Decoding Our Bias: The Unequal World of Animal Empathy
Imagine two animals in front of you – a playful puppy and a scurrying rat. Which one draws your empathy? This choice reveals a deep-rooted bias in how we view and treat animals.…
- animals, Community Awareness, Delhi Pollution, Environmental Justice, Policy and Governance, Public Health
Choked by Choice: How Diwali Fireworks and Stubble Fires Unmask the Silent Struggle of Delhi’s Streets
the rise in pollution in delhi and the question of environmental justice framework.
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Feeding Street Dogs in India: The Nuances of Compassion
Street dogs, with their wagging tails and perky ears, are an integral part of India’s urban tapestry. Their presence evokes a spectrum of emotions: warmth for some and apprehension for others. Amidst this…
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The G20 Declaration: A Missed Opportunity on Animal Farming Issues
In the wake of the latest G20 summit, countries and leaders from around the world have come together to address some of the most pressing global challenges. From economic growth and sustainability to…
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India at 77: Time to Embrace a Food System Revolution for Public Health and Climate Resilience
As India steps into its 77th year of independence, it stands at a crucial juncture – a moment for reflection and introspection, not just to celebrate our accomplishments but to address the daunting…
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Animal Sacrifice on Eid: A Call to Condemn All Forms of Ritualistic Killing
As the date of Eid al-Adha draws near, the contentious issue of animal sacrifice predictably reemerges as a hot topic in public discourse. This annual recurrence prompts us to reflect on the ethical…
- animal welfare, animals, climate change, desert, drought, farmed animals, food systems, intersectional
The Urgent Need to Address Animal Agriculture’s Role in Desertification and Drought
The situation in India offers a unique perspective on the role of animal agriculture in desertification and drought. As a country with a considerable livestock population, agricultural practices and policies have direct implications…
