India is the world's most populous country, the third-biggest emitter of greenhouse gases, and remains deeply dependent on polluting coal to meet soaring energy demand.

It is also a climate diplomacy heavyweight, representing developing economies.

Ahead of the COP30 climate talks in Brazil this month, here is a look at India's commitments:

- Emissions -

India emitted 4.4 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent -- a measure of all planet-warming greenhouse gases -- in 2024, according to UN figures, behind only China and the United States.

But with a population of 1.4 billion people, its per capita emissions and historical contributions to global warming are much smaller.

India is committed to reaching net-zero emissions by 2070, and is on track to meet and exceed a pledge to reduc

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