In the 1990s, when India launched path-breaking economic reforms, the World Bank helped build institutions to support its globalizing economy: #PowerGrid & #NHAI, & pioneered pathbreaking reforms in rural water supply. 📖 wrld.bg/Wj2i50SVwjg

India’s logistics ranking has moved up to 38 out of 139 countries in the World Bank's 2023 Logistics Performance Index. Learn more: wrld.bg/M7bW50SZjzO #Logistics #EconomicGrowth 📈📦

5 ways to unlock private capital for climate change: ➡️set standards for investor confidence ➡️develop long-term climate projects ➡️share data on investment risks ➡️make investments in emerging markets more accessible ➡️create new platforms for investors wrld.bg/BkSQ50SVi6r

The World Bank and CSEP are hosting a conference on "Female Labor Force Participation on Dec 6, to identify reasons for low female labor force participation in #SouthAsia Researchers are invited to submit papers and participate! More details here: wrld.bg/E2uz50SZy7G

DYK? Only 34 economies have shifted from middle- to high-income status since 1990. New research from #WDR2024 shows why countries hit a growth plateau and how they can break through. ➡️wrld.bg/7LQW50SQGq7

🇮🇳 India's logistics sector, valued at $354 billion, supports 22 million jobs and handles 92 billion tons of goods annually. Learn more: wrld.bg/tNeF50T1Kho #Logistics #EconomicGrowth 📦💼

Indigenous Peoples& Local Communities are at the forefront of #Nepal’s efforts to build resilience against climate shocks.Learn how the World Bank's initiatives are enabling their inclusion, participation & equitable access to natural resource management. wrld.bg/qTFQ50T4PwJ

With World Bank's assistance, over 50,000 Rani Mistris – women masons – in #Jharkhand shattered stereotypes in male dominated masonry work by building toilets, supporting the #SwachhBharatMission Grameen. 🔗Know more: wrld.bg/XXeZ50QMncG #HumWomaniya 🔨👩🏾‍🏭

How can tax systems be more inclusive for women? First #GenderTaxDialogue note highlights the importance of sex-disaggregated data & tailored tax services to support women’s economic participation. Learn more about bridging gender gap in tax compliance. wrld.bg/mG7150SWreK

A roadmap for crisis preparedness shows how to make #Pakistan more ready for future shocks and safeguard it's future against devastating disasters. New blog: wrld.bg/4Cqk50T8Bbo

Over 120 countries have published #gender factbooks, yet many struggle with making data truly impactful. Discover 5 key steps to enhance the accessibility, visualization, and dissemination of gender data to drive change. Dive into the full guide: wrld.bg/JhWV50TfnS2

A few steps to #EndAirPollution in #South Asia: ✅Multisectoral, transboundary approaches ✅Technological innovations ✅ Stronger science-policy-finance nexus ✅Private sector participation Read more on how countries are coming #TogetherforCleanAir: wrld.bg/svZQ50TgVku

In Bihar, India, the shift to improved cookstoves is making a huge difference. Tens of thousands of stoves have been sold since 2012, cutting pollution & boosting health for thousands of families. Find out more: wrld.bg/eNGG50Th1ep #LivablePlanet | #CleanAirNow

#SouthAsian countries are unleashing solutions to #EndAirPollution and accelerate action to meet national #airquality targets. Working together, across sectors & borders, will yield better results, faster, and at lower costs. #TogetherforCleanAir #WorldCleanAirDay

Despite rising cleaner fuel use, households in Bihar still rely on wood and cow dung cookstoves, contributing 40% to the state's high air pollution levels. Supported by the World Bank, women entrepreneurs in Bihar are helping improve air quality: wrld.bg/e6Ag50TifjB

We are pleased to partner with ICIMOD to step up collective action to #EndAirPollution in #SouthAsia. Read more about the World Bank's role: wrld.bg/svZQ50TgVku #TogetherforCleanAir

Here are some inspiring stories on how countries and communities are working to #EndAirPollution, including examples from #SouthAsia wrld.bg/VTb750ThZiP

#India remains the fastest-growing major economy. To achieve its $1 trillion merchandise exports target by 2030, our latest #IndiaDevelopmentUpdate recommends reducing trade costs further, lowering trade barriers, and deepening trade integration. wrld.bg/yq9E50TkAml

Great blog by Mamta Murthi and Juergen Voegele on leveraging education for climate action. A study in #India found that climate-related education increased pro-climate behavior of both children and parents. Investing in green skills can also empower young people for the future.

Over 50% of South Asia’s #airpollution is transboundary. Collaboration is crucial, multisectoral solutions are key. World Bank is committed to supporting the region with cost-effective, cross-border approaches. #CleanAirDay #EndAirPollution Read more:wrld.bg/p9I550TgU03