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Features : Lojing Sabo Dam: Technology Tracks Risk, Engineering Responds

The second and final article in this two-part report explores the expertise and technology behind the construction of the Lojing Sabo Dam, including how its location and design were determined, the use of technology, as well as monitoring and maintenance measures to ensure the structure’s long-term effectiveness. The damage visible on a road may merely be the final manifestation of a threat that…

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Beyond Cash: How Microloans in India Protect Families from Future Poverty

Research Matters Staff Writer(s) Mumbai 28 Aug 2026 In villages and towns across India, obtaining small, collateral-free loans has long been a vital lifeline for families navigating tight budgets.

  • Microloans in India without collateral support families with limited finances.
  • Microcredit reduces multidimensional poverty risks, especially in rural areas.
  • Group-based SHGs show stronger impact on reducing vulnerability compared to individual loans.

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