Society Watch – Women’s day special – 8 passionate women environmentalists !!!
Ranked alphabetically, here is a list of eight notable women from India and the world who have consistently worked for the betterment of our planet. Celebrating this women’s day we thank these strong women for their spirit and perseverance, and hope that many young readers find these accounts aspirational and [...]
Geography Watch – Six things you must know about the Indian Monsoon !!!
Monsoon bears great importance for us – it controls the nation’s economy and helps shape its trajectory of growth. So let’s find out more about Indian monsoon. […]
Geography Watch – Four types of river deltas and stunning patterns on our planets !!!
When rivers meet the ocean, coastlines tend to bend outward, forming a delta. These deltas when looked from space present multifarious patterns. […]
Geography Watch – Ten most popular lakes in India !!!
Pangong Lake […]
Environment Watch – Marine and Coastal Pollution in India- An Overview !!!
Coastal and estuarine ecosystems are heavily influenced by the human species through pollution and habitat loss. Coastal pollution and its impacts have resulted in a number of environmental issues including the enrichment of enclosed waters with organic matter, pollution by chemicals such as oil, and sedimentation due to land-based activities. [...]
Geography Watch – Barren Island volcano in the Andaman basin is active !!!
Barren Island volcano, located 140 km Northeast of Port Blair, is active and spewing smoke and lava again as reported by a team of scientists from CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR-NIO), Goa. […]
Geography Watch – Islands of the World !!!
Islands differ in their geological and geomorphologic settings; and in their physical, biological, climatic, social, political, cultural, and ethnic characteristics. Yet they share a distinct underlying concern that marks their overall vulnerability in the context of sustainable development. […]