Livelihoods Update 21st Oct 2025

India’s pension system covers less than 25% of the workforce, ranking 45th out of 47 countries with a ‘D’ grade and a score of 43.8: Study

 

There are alarming levels of fluoride and nitrate contamination in Telangana’s groundwater, affecting 28 and 32 districts respectively: Study.

 

Women who experience early menopause and reduced cardiac function, face increased the risk of cognitive decline and dementia: Study.

 

85% of digital payment transactions in India are carried out through UPI, via 20 billion transactions valued at over $280 billion taking place every month: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.

 

The Haryana Government has raised sugarcane price to Rs. 415 per quintal for early varieties, and Rs. 408 per quintal for late varieties.

 

Lead exposure in children costs the global economy $3.4 trillion annually, equivalent to 2% of global GDP: Study.

 

Livelihoods Update 21st Oct 2025