Livelihoods Update 16th Sep 2025

ICAR is studying the La Nina weather phenomenon that brings increased rainfall boosting water resources for Rabi crops who provide 45% of India’s total foodgrain output, but can also damage crops and delay harvests.

 

India’s Air conditioner emissions have reached 156 MT of CO2 equivalent, which is equal to the emissions from all passenger cars, and are expected to reach 329 MT by 2035: Study.

 

West Bengal has the highest proportion of females getting married before the age of 18 years, at 6.3%: Study.

 

India’s Global Capacity Centres are expected to grow from 1,700 to 2,400 by 2030, employing more than 2.8 million people: Study.

 

The Automotive Skills Development Council, the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations and the Prayaas trust are working together to create a scalable framework for India’s automotive sector, benefiting 5,000 youth over the next 3 years.

 

Only 45% of students including those in India are ready for life beyond school: Study.

 

Livelihoods Update 16th Sep 2025