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South Asian Development NewsAug 27, 2008
Relocation of Tigers to Sariska Amidst Caution

Two tigers have been relocated from Ranthambore to Sariska tiger reserve, but wildlife conservationists are not ...

 
Myanmar farmers find fishing a cheaper option

Experts feel it’s not a good sign that farmers are resorting to fishing instead of farming ...

Early Gains from Forest Rights Act

The new law's provisions are infusing into the proceedings of the Gram Sabhas a democratic character ...

 
Famed Marble Town May Collapse

The marble of the Taj Mahal is said to have come from Makhrana, a mining town ...

India to Set up Helpline for NREGA

The helpline will enable NREGA households seek assistance and help them redress their grievances besides protecting ...

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