Himalayan Glaciers Granted Status of ‘living Entities’
An Indian court has recognised Himalayan glaciers, lakes and forests as "legal persons" in an effort to curb environmental destruction, ...
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India Declares Ganges, Yamuna Rivers As Human Entities
Two of India’s most iconic rivers, considered sacred by nearly a billion Hindus in the country, have been given the ...
India Grants Sacred Rivers Status of ‘legal Persons’
Two of India's holiest but most polluted rivers have been recognised as a "legal person" in a landmark court ruling ...
Modi Battles For Hearts and Minds In India’s Holy City
Varanasi boat owner Prabhu Sahani backed Narendra Modi as his MP in the 2014 general election. But the Indian prime ...