Sixteen years of mounting scientific evidence are securing the idea that “specific forms of air pollution increase the risk of suffering a fatal heart attack, among other cardiovascular diseases.” If these particular toxins are present in the atmosphere, even at levels below the federal health standard, lifespan of the inhabitants near the source can be [...]
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Tuesday, February 24th, 2009
The Business Standard: Low-end chocolate makers upbeat on demand
In the article, a shift in the domestic food habits of the Indian consumer is leading to an increase in demand in the chocolate market of India, a well established area of cocoa production. Due to this increased popularity of chocolate consumption, the country’s cocoa imports are [...]
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