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Australia Becomes Legal Epicentre for Climate Litigation Amid Rising Heat Crisis
Australia is now the world’s second-largest hub for climate lawsuits, as rising heat levels strain public health, energy, and emergency services. The next five years will be crucial for reform.
08 April 2025by Chitra Singla
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US Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Freeze $65M in DEI Education Grants
The U.S. Supreme Court’s 5-4 ruling permits the Trump administration to freeze $65M in DEI teacher-training grants, dealing a blow to diversity-focused education programmes nationwide.
06 April 2025by Chitra Singla
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EU Companies Nearly Twice as Likely as U.S. to Link Executive Pay to ESG Goals: KPMG Report
A KPMG study finds 81% of EU companies tie executive pay to sustainability goals, nearly twice the U.S. rate (44%), with climate and workforce issues as top ESG pay targets.
03 April 2025by Chitra Singla
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Allianz Global Investors Revises ESG Policy to Allow Defense Investments Amid Geopolitical Shifts
Allianz Global Investors will now allow defense-related assets in ESG funds, reflecting Europe’s evolving security landscape and potential for $53B–$119B in aerospace and defense flows.
01 April 2025by Chitra Singla
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Understanding the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR): A Game Changer for Global Supply Chains
The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) enforces strict rules on commodities linked to deforestation. Companies must ensure traceability and compliance to access the EU market. A shift toward sustainable trade is underway.
01 April 2025by Chitra Singla
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Human Rights Violations in Bangladesh: Key Concerns Raised at UN Side Event
At a UN Human Rights Council side event, experts and activists highlighted growing human rights violations in Bangladesh, including religious persecution, extrajudicial killings, military repression, and media suppression. Investigative journalist Sahar Zand shared chilling firsthand accounts of violent attacks on minority communities, while former MP Paul Bistrow warned that Bangladesh's social progress is at risk unless human rights conditions improve. The panelists called for global action to defend democracy and hold perpetrators accountable.
28 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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UN Urges Hungary to Repeal LGBTQ Pride Ban Amid Human Rights Concerns
Hungary’s ban on Pride events and facial recognition fines has sparked global backlash, with the UN calling for its repeal and protests erupting in Budapest. Orban remains defiant despite criticism.
25 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Texas' DEI Ban: The Debate Over Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Texas’ ban on DEI programs in public universities is reshaping the landscape of higher education and workplaces. While critics argue that DEI fosters inclusivity and fairness, supporters claim it promotes race-based favoritism. Now, lawmakers are moving to extend the ban to public schools, intensifying the debate.
24 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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SEC Extends Compliance Deadline for Names Rule, Impacting ESG and Thematic Funds
The SEC extends compliance deadlines for its Names Rule, giving ESG and thematic funds until 2026 to align investments with advertised strategies, minimizing operational costs.
20 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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ESG in Private Equity: From Compliance to Value Creation
ESG in private equity is shifting from compliance to value creation, with regional priorities varying. While challenges exist, aligning ESG with financial goals will drive long-term growth and resilience.
18 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Mining Continues on Indonesia’s Gebe Island Despite Indigenous and Legal Pushback
Nickel mining on Gebe Island, Indonesia, is destroying ecosystems and Indigenous lands despite legal protections. Corruption and corporate greed sideline local voices, risking long-term environmental ruin.
17 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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OpenAI and Musk Agree to Fast-Tracked Trial Over For-Profit Shift
OpenAI and Musk will face off in an expedited trial over the company’s shift to a for-profit model. Musk claims OpenAI has abandoned its mission, while Altman accuses Musk of anti-competitive tactics.
16 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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