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India Today
5 days ago
- Business
- India Today
Delhi Airport gives seed balls to flyers, merges green goals with social impact
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport is celebrating World Environment Day with a unique initiative, distributing over 6,000 seed balls to flyers to promote ecological restoration and community by GMR Aero's Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), the campaign invites passengers to plant seed balls containing species like Lemon, Tamarind, Gooseberry, Neem, and Peepal, all chosen for their ecological and medicinal value. The move encourages biodiversity, carbon capture, and increased green initiative also supports local communities, who are crafting the seed balls as part of a livelihood programme. Once planted, the fruit-bearing trees could offer rural income sources, blending sustainability with social upliftment. DIAL CEO Videh Kumar Jaipuriar, said, 'At Delhi Airport, sustainability goes beyond infrastructure—it's about empowering people and protecting our planet. Through our unique seed ball distribution campaign, we're inviting passengers to actively participate in reforestation and ecological preservation. Each seed ball will not only help restore green cover but also support rural livelihoods.'\'This initiative reflects our deep commitment to environmental stewardship and social impact. As India's first Level 5 ACA-accredited airport with Net Zero Carbon Emission status, we continue to set new benchmarks in sustainable aviation,' Jaipuriar Airport, a pioneer in green aviation, is Asia's first Level 5 ACA-accredited airport with Net Zero Carbon Emission status. Nearly 95% of its power comes from renewables, and it has integrated a range of sustainable infrastructure and technologies — from rainwater harvesting to electric vehicle this seed ball campaign, the airport furthers its role as a model for future-ready, eco-conscious aviation.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Hindustan Times
On World Environment Day, flyers at Delhi airport to get seed balls
Flyers arriving at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport on Thursday will be handed more than just their boarding passes. As part of its World Environment Day initiative, the airport operator Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) said it will be distributing over 6,000 seed balls to arriving passengers, in a bid to encourage urban reforestation and biodiversity conservation. DIAL said the initiative is designed to promote environmental awareness among travellers while directly contributing to carbon sequestration efforts in the region. The seed balls will consist of fruit-bearing species. 'The seed balls include a carefully curated mix of fruit-bearing and environmentally beneficial tree species — Lemon, Tamarind, and Gooseberry (Amla), along with Neem and Peepal. These species were selected for their ecological value, medicinal properties, and ability to thrive in varied climatic conditions,' said a DIAL spokesperson. 'The fruit-bearing trees, which will grow out of the seed balls thrown by flyers, will contribute to sustainable livelihood opportunities for local communities,' DIAL added. Vouching for the project's larger vision, DIAL's CEO Videh Kumar Jaipuriar said, 'Each seed ball will not only help restore green cover but also support rural livelihoods. This initiative reflects our deep commitment to environmental stewardship and social impact.' Seed balls, often regarded as a low-maintenance and affordable tree-planting technique, are created by embedding seeds in a mixture of clay and compost. When dispersed on soil, they require minimal intervention to eventually take root and grow.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Indian Express
World Environment Day: Delhi airport to distribute over 6,000 seed balls to all passengers today
Delhi airport will be distributing seed balls to flyers on Thursday on the occasion of World Environment Day. 'As part of its ongoing commitment to green practices, the airport will distribute over 6,000 seed balls to flyers on the occasion of World Environment Day, encouraging them to play a direct role in reforestation and ecological preservation,' the Delhi airport said in a statement Wednesday. 'The seed balls include a carefully curated mix of fruit-bearing and environmentally beneficial tree species — Lemon, Tamarind, and Gooseberry (Amla), along with Neem and Peepal. These species have been selected for their ecological value, medicinal properties, and ability to thrive in varied climatic conditions,' it also said. Delhi airport also claims that this initiative is not just about trees, but also has a strong social dimension. 'The seed balls are being prepared by local communities, providing them with a sustainable source of livelihood. The fruit-bearing trees, which will grow out of the seed balls thrown by flyers, will contribute to sustainable livelihood opportunities for local communities. By harvesting and selling the fruits, individuals can generate a source of income. This will not only support economic self-reliance but also encourage environmentally responsible practices and long-term community development,' the airport further added. Seed balls are an effective and low-cost method of planting trees. Made by embedding seeds in a mixture of clay and compost, they can be scattered on soil with minimal care. When the conditions are right, the seeds germinate, contributing to natural afforestation with minimal effort. The use of seed balls also contributes to reducing human-wildlife conflict by enriching natural food sources within forest areas. 'Through our unique seed ball distribution campaign, we're inviting passengers to actively participate in reforestation and ecological preservation. Each seed ball will not only help restore green cover but also support rural livelihoods,' CEO of airport-operator Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) said.
New Indian Express
03-06-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
North Bengaluru to get mega tree park in 2.5 years
The minister directed department staff to ensure all activities comply with the Forest Conservation Act and emphasised that the land must not be diverted for non-forestry purposes. Khandre said the new park located close to Kempegowda International Airport and the upcoming Shivaram Karanth Layout will significantly benefit residents. A detailed project report (DPR) will be prepared within the next two and a half months and shared in the public domain for feedback. A team of experts and a special purpose vehicle (SPV) will be formed to oversee the preparation and execution of the project. The park is expected to be completed within two and a half years. Khandre also announced that the chief minister will lay the foundation stone after the DPR is finalised, and an initial grant of Rs 20 crore will be allocated to develop the park as an eco-tourism destination. The land currently hosts around 800 trees, including Indian Kino, Gooseberry, Crocodile Bark, Neem, Jamun, and Eucalyptus.
Cosmopolitan
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Kourtney Kardashian's White-Hot Bikini Top Is Only $45 and I Want It in Every Color
Kourtney Kardashian just posted pics on Instagram from her recent dreamy tropical getaway, and we can't get over the white bikini top she's wearing. It's only $45 and if it looks this good on her, I'm pretty sure I need to snag it for myself in white and at least three other colors (this aquamarine!!!). The two-piece is sold as separates, so you'll want to add the matching White Side Tie Bikini Briefs (which are $35) to your cart to get Kourtney's exact look. Together with the top, the swimsuit is just $80. Or you can mix-and-match the bikini top with other items, all similarly—read: affordably!—priced. So if this string-tie option is too cheeky for your taste and you vibe with a smidge more coverage, go for these high waist Bikini Bottoms. Kourtney looks happy and effortless showing off her post-baby bod while lounging on a boat in the film snaps from her family trip (lowkey looks like it could've been taken on an underwater camera based on others in the carousel). Also, loving her super real caption: "If you ever need me, I'm always just 3 missed calls and 4 unread text messages away." Bonus: If you peek through the photo dump, you'll get a rare glimpse of 18-month-old Rocky playing in the water with his toys. Cutie!! Despite having prices that us mere mortals can afford, Gooseberry has been worn by so many celebs, including Olivia Rodrigo, J. Lo, and Sydney Sweeney, who've all posted pics looking stunning in the brand's signature So Chic One-Piece. So no matter if you're planning to rock a one-piece or a two-piece this summer, you can channel your inner A-lister energy, even without the boat and sprawling beachfront infinity pool.
