Author: Suketu Mehta

The trailer of Akshay Kumar’s upcoming film Sarfira, the official remake of Soorarai Pottru, was released on social media today. Set in the world of the aviation industry, the film also stars Paresh Rawal, Radhika Madan, and Seema Biswas in key roles. The Tamil film Soorarai Pottru, starring Suriya, is a National Award-winning film released in 2022. Akshay Kumar’s Sarfira is also helmed by Sudha Kongara, who directed the Tamil film as well. The inspirational story is all set to inspire the common people to dream big and fight to fulfill their dreams.  Watch the trailer of Sarfira here: “Sapne…

The quest for sustainable development and environmental stewardship has led to the emergence of green bonds, a financial instrument designed to fund projects that promote environmentally friendly activities. However, the traditional green bond market faces limitations, including lack of transparency, traceability, and scalability. Blockchain technology, with its distributed ledger and smart contract capabilities, offers a solution to these challenges through the tokenization of green bonds. In this article, we will explore the concept of green bond tokenization using blockchain and its potential benefits for the financial sector. What are Green Bonds? Green bonds are specifically used to finance projects that…

The world is witnessing unprecedented consequences of climate change, from devastating wildfires to severe flooding and intolerable heatwaves. As nations strive to combat this pressing issue, they gather annually at the Conference of the Parties (COP), under the umbrella of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). This year, Egypt hosts COP28, where representatives from almost every country will convene to accelerate action toward the Paris Agreement’s objectives and the UNFCCC’s overall mission. What exactly is COP28? COP28 stands for the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Nearly every nation…

In an era marked by increasing environmental concerns, the integration of cutting-edge technologies has become crucial in our collective effort to mitigate climate change and promote sustainable living. One such technology making waves in the sustainability sector is blockchain. Originally designed as a decentralized ledger for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, blockchain has evolved to offer innovative solutions for a wide range of sustainability challenges. The Problem of Trust in Sustainability One of the most significant challenges in the sustainability landscape is the issue of trust. Trust is critical in various supply chains, green energy, carbon credit trading, and more. Traditional centralized…