Survey of recent sanitation achievement in Himachal Pradesh - A study by Institute of Development Studies
A 'Sanitation revolution' is attributed to Himachal Pradesh. The Institute of Development studies examines this phenomenon
Urban floods in Bangalore and Chennai – Risk management challenges and lessons for sustainable urban ecology – A paper in Current Science
This paper in Current Science presents the risk management challenges and lessons for sustainable urban ecology
"Upscaling innovative technologies" - Invites opinions and insights by 26 June 2011 as part of the 12th Five Year Plan sub group consultations, on increasing system of rice Intensification (SRI)
On behalf of the Planning Commission, we would like to seek your opinions and insights on upscaling of SRI.
A citizen initiative to save Puttenahalli Lake in JP Nagar, Bangalore
In a refreshing turn of events, this citizen-driven initiative has seen slow but steady results, showing that perseverance really can pay off.
Forget Prometheus and remember Bhagiratha: Wrong and right thinking about rivers ' - Shri Ramaswamy Iyer s lecture at School of Environmental Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University (June 2011)
One of the foremost experts on water management in India Shri. Ramaswamy R. Iyer shares his view on Wrong and Right Thinking about our Rivers.
Biodiversity, ecology and socioeconomic aspects of the Gundia river basin in the context of the proposed mega hydroelectric power project - A CES technical report
Save the Gundia river from dams: This CES report tells you how and why
Recent landslides in Uttarakhand - Nature’s fury or human folly – A paper in Current Science
This paper in Current Science deals with the recent landslides in the hill slopes in the Uttarakhand Himalayas, which are known for their instability due to ongoing tectonic activity.
Economic valuation of forest soils - Study published in Current Science
This study aimed to determine the effect of conservation activities carried out in the forests on soil fertility status and to calculate the resultant economic impacts.
Public Private Partnerships in the water sector: Partnerships or privatisation - A report and video by Manthan Adhyayan Kendra
A report and video detailing Public Private Partnerships in the water sector, their current status and investment requirements.
Understanding the local controls of glacial retreat from the Baspa valley in Himachal Pradesh – A paper in Current Science
This paper in Current Science reports the role of remote sensing and geographical information system in the identification of geomorphic records
Chemical characteristics responsible for the higher concentration of fluoride in groundwater - A paper in Springer Science
This paper by N Subba Rao in Springer Science deals with the problem of high fluoride groundwater.
Precaution in coastal regulation - From principle to practice – A report by Dakshin Foundation
This report points out the gaps between the precautionary principle and its practical application.
Down the drain – Exploring traditional water systems - A film by Tarun Jayaram
Where does our water come from? Where does it go? Can the Yamuna ever be a river again?
Water governance guidelines for practitioners - Sahjeevan's experiences in decentralised drinking water management
Sahjeevan has formulated water governance guidelines for practitioners, which has been presented in this report.
Where our rivers begin - Water literacy for urban India
For the people interested in water supply to Bangalore a must visit is the Channakesava Hills abutting the Nandi hills and part of the range.
Long range forecasting of the South West Monsoon for 2011 - A report from India Meteorological Department
This report by India Meteorological Department deals with long range forecasting of the South West (SW) Monsoon for 2011.
From dreams to reality - Compendium of best practices in rural sanitation in India - A document by the Water and Sanitation Programme and the Ministry of Rural Development
This book contains case studies of best practices in achieving total sanitation at the Gram Panchayat, block and district levels.
Livelihood augmentation in rainfed areas – A strategy handbook for practitioners by Development Support Centre
This strategy handbook deals with livelihood augmentation in rainfed areas.
Uttar Pradesh Urban Sanitation Policy - Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission - Government of India (2010)
A policy document on the International Environment Law Research Centre site that highlights the poor sanitation situation in the state of Uttar Pradesh in the context of the National Urban Sanitation Policy launched in November 2008.
Capacity and investment in the water supply and sanitation sectors - Guidelines in respect of participation of cooperative institutions (2006) - Water Supply and Sanitation Department (Government of Maharashtra)
This circular by the Water Supply and Sanitation Department, Government of Maharashtra describes the need for participation of private institutions in operation and maintenance of the water supply schemes in case of 'A' class municipal councils.
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