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Assam: Technology used to map historical ponds of Darrang
Posted on 27 Jan, 2022 10:54 PMSmaller water bodies, such as ponds, are important not only for biodiversity (Oertli, Céréghino, Hull, & Miracle, 2009) but al

A ready reckoner on emissions
Posted on 25 Jan, 2022 10:18 PMA detailed air emission inventory with a comprehensive list of pollutants within a pre-defined geographical area is beneficial for developing clean air action plans. It can also be used to test the effectiveness of pilot interventions towards air quality abatement.

‘Fleas’ flee the Pashan lake in Pune!
Posted on 24 Jan, 2022 11:17 PMThe calm waters of Pashan lake in Pune city, seldom give us an idea of the hidden wonders they support. Freshwater habitats like this, harbour a wealth of biodiversity ranging from very tiny/ microscopic plants and animals to larger ones – that reside in and around the waters and depend on it for their food, reproduction and survival.

Tools and opportunities for climate action
Posted on 24 Jan, 2022 08:34 PMThe threat of climate change is real

Planning ahead: How the CRISP-M tool advances early climate action
Posted on 24 Jan, 2022 07:45 PMA new digital tool combining scientific climate risk information with local and traditional knowledge is helping communities in India manage climate risks more effectively.

Floodplain wetlands of the Diara region facing degradation
Posted on 23 Jan, 2022 09:49 PMIn the active floodplain area of River Ganga in Eastern India, channel migration and flooding is very common. It is called the Diara region. In the southwest portion of West Bengal's Malda district, after passing the Rajmahal hills River Ganga begins its lower course. India-Bangladesh international border has constrained this region on the south-eastern side.

National and international frameworks vital for implementing nature-based solutions
Posted on 23 Jan, 2022 02:33 PMNature‐based solutions (NbS) are a relatively new concept and consist of a range of measures that address various societal challenges, including climate change, natural disasters, food security, human health, water security, and economic and social development, by

Mekedatu project: Many activists opposing it under Medha Patkar
Posted on 19 Jan, 2022 02:14 PMActivists stand up against Mekedatu project under the noted activist Medha Patkar

Goa’s mangrove cover increases while Sunderbans’ shrank: ISFR 2021
Posted on 19 Jan, 2022 01:48 PMGoa’s mangrove cover increases while Sunderbans’ shrank, reports India State of the Forest Report (ISFR) 2021

Dietary diversity – key to tackle malnutrition among children
Posted on 18 Jan, 2022 10:31 PMThe recently published NFHS- 5 data presents a grim picture of the nutritional status of children in India.