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World Food Day – Ensuring food security in times of crisis

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Added by Vipin Sharma on October 16, 2009 at 4:13pm — No Comments

Tiger reserve gets Rs 104-cr grant to relocate villages

1,400square km is the total area of Ranthambore National Park 400square km is the actual area the tigers are confined to 40 tigers inhabit the reserve Tigers’ roars are set to become louder at the Ranthambore National Park as the central government has sanctioned a grant of Rs 104 crore — th… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on October 5, 2009 at 10:34am — No Comments

Vulture Action Plan for Recovery of Vulture Population

A ‘Vulture Action Plan ‘for recovery of vulture population has been prepared in consultation with all the stakeholdersin the country. Union Government is aware of steep decline in the population of vultures as reported by Bird Life International. However this report is based on the surveys carried out… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on October 5, 2009 at 10:07am — 2 Comments

Saving The Great Indian Bustard

A majestic bird and a rare one. There are four species of Bustards in India – The Great Indian Bustard, Lesser Florican, Bengal Florican and Houbara Bustard. The Great Indian Bustard (Ardeotis nigriceps ), known as Maldhok is found in India and Eastern regions of Pakistan. It lives in arid and semi–arid g… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on October 5, 2009 at 10:03am — No Comments

Restoring Health of Kashmir Lakes -A crying need

“The place (Kashmir) is more beautiful than the heaven and is the benefactor of supreme bliss and happiness. It seems to me that I am taking a bath in the lake of nectar here,” wrote Sanskrit poet Kalidasa. Sir Walter Lawrence on visiting Kashmir was compelled to write; “The valley is an emerald set in pearls; a l… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on September 24, 2009 at 12:43pm — No Comments

Nutrition in different physiological stages of childhood

Nutrition is an input to and foundation for health and development. Interaction of infection and malnutrition is well documented. Better nutrition means stronger immune systems, less illness and better health for people of all ages. Healthy children learn better. Healthy people are stronger, are more producti… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on August 31, 2009 at 10:24am — 1 Comment

Pandemic (H1N1): WHO Recommended use of antivirals

WHO issued guidelines for the use of antivirals in the management of patients infected with the H1N1 pandemic virus. The guidelines represent the consensus reached by an international panel of experts who reviewed all available studies on the safety and effectiveness of these drugs. Em… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on August 24, 2009 at 12:37pm — No Comments

Himachal poised to become polythene free

Himachal poised to become polythene free

Shimla: Himachal Pradesh has emerged as one of the pioneer states for its path-breaking efforts in preserving the fragile ecology of Himalayas. After taking lead in implementing the Carbon Credit Project under Clean Development Mechanism… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on August 8, 2009 at 11:12am — 1 Comment

Grey natural pearls found

Grey natural pearls found

Himachal Pradesh, famous as the abode of Gods, has joined the ranks of pearl-producing states of the country. Sunday was a red-letter day for the state as three grey natural pearls were found at the Pong Dam in Kangra district. The first ever finding of… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on August 8, 2009 at 11:09am — No Comments

India may face drought: Experts

The United States Agricultural Department has said that India may face a drought due to possible weak monsoons. The US Agricultural Department said that India’s monsoon rains have now covered all of the country, but there is a possibility of an El Nino weather anomaly. The EI Nin… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on July 10, 2009 at 11:17am — No Comments

Indian Environment & Forest Ministry to consult fishing communities before changing coastal regulations

New Delhi: In a significant development, Mr. Jairam Ramesh, Indian Minister for Environment and Forests, has confirmed that no change will be undertaken in India’s Coastal Regulation Notification without first consulting fishing and other communities along India’s coastline. He made this c… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on July 4, 2009 at 10:17am — No Comments

Climate Change–Disproportionately Impacts Poor

Climate change impacts and associated vulnerability are of particular concern to developing countries like India. Vast population depend on climate sensitive sectors like agriculture and forestry for livelihood. By adversely affecting freshwater availability and quality, biodiversity an… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on July 4, 2009 at 10:14am — No Comments

A New Hope Of Life For Our Ailing Education System

It is heartening to note that the Ministry of Human Resource Development (HRD), under the able guidance of Kapil Sibal, wishes to overhaul the education system in the country. It envisages replacing marks with grades (already been done by some Boards), having a ‘one nation -one board principle (an excellent idea), and bringing a tough law to prevent, prohibit and punish educational malpractices (very laudable, indeed). So the air is seeded with well intentioned reform clouds getting ready to bur… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on July 3, 2009 at 10:58am — No Comments

Social Costs of Climate Change

Climate Change projections are based on specific models which have assessed future climate. They show consistent rise in temperature. However, the projections of rainfall vary across models. Impact studies begin with an inventory of the effects on multiple criteria -typica… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on July 3, 2009 at 10:48am — No Comments

Signal of changes in physical and biological systems

Climate change is likely to threaten all life forms on earth including plants and animals. The sensitivity will vary from one species to the other. Changes in temperature and perceptions patterns will affect several weather sensitive sectors and areas like agriculture, forestry, water… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on July 3, 2009 at 10:42am — No Comments

Geographical Indications, gateway to farmers and artisans empowerment

India’s huge bio-diversity and variety of agro-climatic conditions sets the stage for variety of agricultural products as well as uniqueness on account of local resources and skill set, especially in rural sector. Indian farmers and rural artisans have diverse expertise to produce textile… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on July 3, 2009 at 10:36am — No Comments

Made in India labelled fake generic medicines seized: Nigerian Government

Nigerian Government Drug Regulatory Authority (NAFDAC) has reported about the detention of a large consignment of fake anti-malarial generic pharmaceuticals labelled “Made in India” but produced in China. After a laboratory analysis by NAFDAC, the drugs have been found to be fake and… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on June 12, 2009 at 10:27am — No Comments

Pollution, shrinking spell doom for Renuka lake

The largest natural lake of Himachal Sri Renuka ji needs immediate attention. Increased human activity and accumulating sediments leading to siltation are spelling doom for Nahan’s tourist attraction, the Renuka Lake Not only the water level of the lake was falling but the pollution was… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on June 12, 2009 at 10:24am — No Comments

Planet Needs You, Unite to Combat Climate Change

Climate change is the major, overriding environmental issue of our time and the single greatest challenge facing environmental regulators. It is a growing crisis with economic, health and safety, food production, security and other dimensions. Mexico city, the capital of Mexico… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on June 6, 2009 at 11:32am — No Comments

House Sparrow– Declining Population

Universally familiar in appearance, the widespread and o… Continue

Added by Vipin Sharma on June 3, 2009 at 11:25am — 1 Comment

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SOLAR ENERGY

Hi to all ECOFRIENDS
I want to know about SOLAR CAR.
What is prise of solar that car? So if possible ican buy it able to reduce th air polution
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Exhibit of wild animals in Advertisements

In India many advertisers use wild animals on national TV to enthuse the audience. Is it not a crime? The use of animal gives a wrong signal to the viewers who consider animals to be for the entertainment of the masses. Already we are seeing a uncontrollable perilous environmental degradation from all quarters. Is it not high time that the govt curb the usage of animals in advt.

my son's interest in environment

It is very heartening to see enthusiastic parents like you who want to imbibe love for nature in their child.
As a child I think Salman can learn about the flora and fauna ( avian ) in and around his environment and in out country.
Once he starts learning, he will start appreciating the beauty of nature. As he grows old he will understand the environmental degradation caused by the greed of humans. Hopefully he will guide other youngsters to appreciate the beauty of nature.

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