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Back in 1999, engineers turned to an eco-friendly solution by inserting over three thousand recycled plastic pins into a hillslope along Interstate 70 in Emma to combat landslides. This innovative strategy not only stabilized the slope but also cut costs by 25%. Following its success, similar techniques have been adopted in states like Iowa and Texas, although environmental concerns regarding the plastic pins' longevity persist.

Self-enumeration for Census 2027 in Uttar Pradesh is set to start on November 16 and run until November 30. Households can submit details online before enumerators visit for data collection starting December 1, 2026. A unique Self-Enumeration ID will be provided for tracking submitted information during enumerator visits. The census will include a comprehensive questionnaire covering personal, social, and economic details.

China and South Korea have agreed to use next week’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Shenzhen to advance bilateral ties, according to their top diplomats. The pledge by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his South Korean counterpart Cho Hyun after talks in Beijing on Friday comes as Seoul seeks Beijing’s help to revive stalled dialogue with Pyongyang. The Apec Economic Leaders’ Meeting from November 18 to 19 is expected to mark the third summit between South Korean President Lee...

Pollution-associated health insurance claims in India rose significantly over the past three years, affecting many individuals. Working professionals aged 31 to 55 years accounted for the majority of these claims. Delhi recorded the highest number of claims, followed by Pune, Bengaluru, and other major cities. During the period studied, the financial impact also increased considerably along with claim amounts.

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav emphasized the need for coordinated pollution control measures across Delhi-NCR. During a recent meeting, he directed state governments to appoint officials to oversee pollution management. Measures include expediting the replacement of pre-BS-VI vehicles with cleaner alternatives by 2028. Yadav also called for immediate implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan to improve air quality.

Since its transformation from farmland into a flourishing wetland began in 2000, Emiquon Preserve has seen extraordinary returns in wildlife, famously attracting over 119,000 waterbirds during the spring counts. Although the project has greatly enhanced wetland habitats and ecological recovery, vigilant management is required to combat threats from invasive species and to maintain aging infrastructures, underlining the importance of ongoing human efforts in environmental sustainability.

Bangladesh's Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman confirmed that all legal procedures for Sheikh Hasina's extradition have been completed. Hasina, who fled to India after her government was toppled, was sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity. The Indian government has acknowledged the requests but has not made a decision on her extradition. Hasina announced her intention to return to Bangladesh in December through an audio-only virtual press conference.

The decisions were taken at a meeting of the newly constituted Tamil Nadu Investment Promotion Commission

Negotiations are ongoing for a potential meeting of world leaders Trump, Xi, and Putin next week. These leaders have different priorities, leading to uncertainty about the meeting's agenda and outcomes. While Trump hopes to discuss nuclear arms control, Xi is more reticent about this topic. Smaller nations, including Ukraine and Taiwan, express concern over a possible private agreement among the major powers.

In Texas, engineers successfully used recycled plastic pins to stabilize highway slopes affected by unstable clay soils. The experiment demonstrated significant reductions in settlement and movement in treated areas compared to untreated sections. Monitoring after installation showed minimal additional movement in reinforced sections over 5 years. The results suggest that recycled plastic pins can effectively support shallow slope failures in problematic soils.

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar addressed the need for increased troop presence along the China border. He highlighted the significant enhancements in infrastructure and military capabilities since the Galwan Valley clashes in 2020. Jaishankar noted that improving border infrastructure had been neglected until about a decade ago. The talks between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping marked a shift towards normalising relations.

A legal notice was issued by the Pakistan Markazi Muslim League to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz regarding her remarks. The party demanded an apology and the removal of disputed content from social media. This notice came after the controversial by-election in which the PMML claimed election rigging. PMML maintains its status as a legally registered political party in Pakistan.