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Financial Literacy, Islamic Finance and the Future of Sustainable Agricultural Development

Davi John J Simundo Palo March 16, 2026 8 min read

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When a tree and a wayside stone becomes a shrine: Observations from nature

Dr Gopakumar S February 23, 2026 4 min read

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When the World is Not OK: Opening Safe Spaces to Talk About Climate Change and Mental Health

Charumathi Supraja February 10, 2026 4 min read

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My Journey of Knowing Dr. Norman Borlaug: The Father of the Green Revolution

Staff Writer January 4, 2026 10 min read

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Park Prescriptions: More Than a Walk in the Park

Charumathi Supraja November 23, 2025 8 min read

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Bring the Forest to the City: Kerala’s ‘Greenprint’ for Social Forestry 2.0

Dr Gopakumar S November 3, 2025 6 min read

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When the Foster Mother and the Child Disagree: Forestry, Agriculture, and the Kerala Question

Dr Gopakumar S October 16, 2025 7 min read

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Agriculture, Commentary, Edito...

Financial Literacy, Islamic Finance and the Future of Sustainable Agricultural Development

Davi John J Simundo Palo

July 20, 2026

The Atharva Veda’s Hymn to the Earth makes the ethic practical: “Whatever I dig from you, O Earth, let that quickly grow again, O Purifier; may we not injure your vitals or your heart” (Atharva Veda 12.1.35, tr. Griffith).

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When a tree and a wayside stone becomes a shrine: Observations from nature

Dr Gopakumar S

July 8, 2026

Using pictorial tools and activities, the facilitators enabled participants to express themselves on a subject that is not discussed frequently or widely. PC - Charumathi

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When the World is Not OK: Opening Safe Spaces to Talk About Climate Change and Mental Health

Charumathi Supraja

July 8, 2026

The President Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam presenting the First Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Award for Leadership in Agriculture to Dr. Norman E. Borlaug at an Award function in New Delhi on March 15, 2005.

Americas, Commentary, Editor's...

My Journey of Knowing Dr. Norman Borlaug: The Father of the Green Revolution

Staff Writer

July 8, 2026

Commentary, Opinion & Anal...

Earth Economics Through an Islamic Lens: Reclaiming Stewardship in an Age of Ecological Strain

Davi John J Simundo Palo

December 11, 2025

Even small parks bring big benefits in the urban context - a still from a park in Indiranagar, Bangalore, India Photo: Charumathi Supraja

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Park Prescriptions: More Than a Walk in the Park

Charumathi Supraja

July 8, 2026

Climate & Environment, Com...

Bring the Forest to the City: Kerala’s ‘Greenprint’ for Social Forestry 2.0

Dr Gopakumar S

July 8, 2026

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Boycotting Unjust Corporations and Strengthening Local Economies: An Islamic-Ethical Approach

Davi John J Simundo Palo

November 1, 2025

Commentary, Editor's picks, Op...

When the Foster Mother and the Child Disagree: Forestry, Agriculture, and the Kerala Question

Dr Gopakumar S

July 8, 2026

Prof. Dr. Gourav Vallabh, Part-Time Member of India's Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM), told industry leaders at Dubai's Future Food Forum 2025.

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Tariffs Just The Starting Point, Real Indo-UAE Trade Growth Needs Friction Reduction: Prof. Dr Vallabh

Staff Writer

October 23, 2025

construction workers walking in urban street

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Is China Becoming Nigeria’s New Colonial Master?

Staff Writer

October 23, 2025

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Training as a Catalyst for Rural Economic Empowerment within Social and Solidarity Economy: An Islamic Perspective

Davi John J Simundo Palo

October 23, 2025

Commentary, Northeast India, O...

Tea, Tariffs, and the Price of Trade: From Boston Harbor to Modern America

Dr. Gautam Kumar Saikia

October 23, 2025

The global halal food industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, with increasing demand not only from Muslim-majority countries but also from diverse, non-Muslim markets worldwide. According to Grand View Research (2022), the halal food market was valued at USD 1.9 trillion in 2021 and is projected to reach USD 3.2 trillion by 2028, with a CAGR of 8.1%. Notably, the consumption of halal products in non-Muslim regions is a significant driver of this expansion.

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The Significance of Halal Certification in the Agro-Food Value Chain: Unlocking Market Potential, Ensuring Food Safety, and Supporting Sustainable Development

Davi John J Simundo Palo

October 23, 2025

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Financial Literacy, Islamic Finance and the Future of Sustainable Agricultural Development

When a tree and a wayside stone becomes a shrine: Observations from nature

When the World is Not OK: Opening Safe Spaces to Talk About Climate Change and Mental Health

My Journey of Knowing Dr. Norman Borlaug: The Father of the Green Revolution

Park Prescriptions: More Than a Walk in the Park

Bring the Forest to the City: Kerala’s ‘Greenprint’ for Social Forestry 2.0

When the Foster Mother and the Child Disagree: Forestry, Agriculture, and the Kerala Question

Financial Literacy, Islamic Finance and the Future of Sustainable Agricultural Development

When a tree and a wayside stone becomes a shrine: Observations from nature

When the World is Not OK: Opening Safe Spaces to Talk About Climate Change and Mental Health

My Journey of Knowing Dr. Norman Borlaug: The Father of the Green Revolution

Earth Economics Through an Islamic Lens: Reclaiming Stewardship in an Age of Ecological Strain

Park Prescriptions: More Than a Walk in the Park

Bring the Forest to the City: Kerala’s ‘Greenprint’ for Social Forestry 2.0

Boycotting Unjust Corporations and Strengthening Local Economies: An Islamic-Ethical Approach

When the Foster Mother and the Child Disagree: Forestry, Agriculture, and the Kerala Question

Tariffs Just The Starting Point, Real Indo-UAE Trade Growth Needs Friction Reduction: Prof. Dr Vallabh

Is China Becoming Nigeria’s New Colonial Master?

Training as a Catalyst for Rural Economic Empowerment within Social and Solidarity Economy: An Islamic Perspective

Tea, Tariffs, and the Price of Trade: From Boston Harbor to Modern America

The Significance of Halal Certification in the Agro-Food Value Chain: Unlocking Market Potential, Ensuring Food Safety, and Supporting Sustainable Development

The Hidden Crisis in India’s Sweet Gold: A Call for Honey Revolution

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