Maritime chokepoints are vital points along shipping routes that facilitate the passage of substantial trade volumes. These chokepoints control the global essential supplies such as oil, gas, fertiliz...
ENVIRONMENT, EARTH SCIENCE, BIODIVERSITY
What if India's pathway to net zero does not end at factories—but begins where terrestrial meets the coastal? As carbon emissions rise and climate risks intensify, the search for solutions has largely...
India is set to embark on a new chapter in its Polar exploration journey with the construction of Maitri II. The Indian government plans to establish a new research station near the existing Maitri ba...
<p>Water hyacinth is one of the most successful colonizers in the plant kingdom. Its growth can be only restricted by utilizing it in different aspects. Known for its dazzling lilac or violet flowers...
LIVESTOCK, CLIMATE CHANGE, ENVIRONMENT
<p>India is home to 18 Biosphere Reserves (BRs). The reserves are representative parts of natural and cultural landscapes extending over large area of terrestrial or coastal/marine ecosystems. Globall...
World Wetlands Day is celebrated every year on 2 February. India currently has 101 sites (updated August 2026) designated as Wetlands of International Importance (Ramsar Sites). Ramsar sites are wetla...
The idea is being mooted to save vast tracts of land from annual floods, besides diverting waters to parched regions. However, experts question the assumption of surplus water in any basin. Instead o...
<p>Water hyacinth is one of the most successful colonizers in the plant kingdom. Its growth can be only restricted by utilizing it in different aspects. Known for its dazzling lilac or violet flowers surrounded by a rosette of green leaves was why water hyacinth was distributed as take away gift at a cotton exhibition held.</p>
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<p>India is home to 18 Biosphere Reserves (BRs). The reserves are representative parts of natural and cultural landscapes extending over large area of terrestrial or coastal/marine ecosystems. Globally there are 621 BRs from 117 countries included so far.</p>
World Wetlands Day is celebrated every year on 2 February. India currently has 101 sites (updated August 2026) designated as Wetlands of International Importance (Ramsar Sites). Ramsar sites are wetlands of international importance.
