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Sea Turtles Can Aid Scientists Map Under-Ocean Seagrass in an Attempt to Conserve Marine Ecology
A study in the Red Sea has shown that satellite-tagged green turtles can map seagrass meadows more accurately than conventional satellite imagery. By tracking 53 turtles, the researchers uncovered 34 new seagrass patches. This method not only overcomes the challenges of existing mapping technologies but also aids in conserving these vital ecosystem...
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Protests To Save Trees In Guwahati Bear Fruit, Assam To Explore Alternative
Protests to save trees - some of them over 200 years old - in an ecologically important area in Guwahati have borne fruit, with the Assam government stating that efforts will be made to protect them while constructing a flyover in the city.
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"Remote Sensing Not Enough...": Shashi Tharoor On Predicting Landslides
The landslides in Kerala's Wayanad - which have killed at least 150 people - underline the importance of developing technology to predict such ecological disasters and give authorities time to evacuate people, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor told NDTV.
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World Snake Day 2024: Date, Theme And Importance Of Snakes
World Snake Day is celebrated on July 16 every year to highlight the important role these reptiles play in maintaining the ecological balance.
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National Birds Day 2024: History, Theme, and Significance
Birds play a vital role in the Indian ecosystem; they help control insect populations, pollinate plants, and disperse seeds.
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Ladakh Innovator Sonam Wangchuk Ends 9-Day "Climatic Fast"
Engineer turned educational reformist Sonam Wangchuk, has ended in Leh his nine-day fast, that he had initiated to to draw the attention of the authorities to the importance of safeguarding Ladakh's fragile mountain ecology and indigenous people.
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India Does Not Believe In Conflict Between Ecology, Economy: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India did not believe in conflict between ecology and economy but gave importance to coexistence between the two.
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World Snake Day 2022: This Is How Snakes Act As Natural Pest Control
The day serves as an opportunity to sensitise people on the importance of snakes and the ecological service they offer.
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World Turtle Day 2022: All You Need To Know
Tortoises and turtles play an important role in the ecological design of Earth. These reptiles are known to survive and thrive across a range of diverse habitats around the globe.
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World's "Most Important" Organisms Are On The Move. Reason: Climate Change
The strange metal box hauled from the waves and onto the ship's deck looks like a spaceship fished from a child's imagination.
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Opinion: The Wilful Destruction Of The Himalaya Must Stop - by Ramachandra Guha
The Himalaya are India's most important natural asset. Without them, the country would not survive. These grand mountains are a barrier to invaders, the source of our greatest rivers, a rich reservoir of biodiversity, and home to our holiest shrines. Ecologically, economically,culturally,and strategically,the Himalaya are vital to the future of Ind...
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World Snake Day 2020: A Look At 5 Really Strange Snakes
World Snake Day is celebrated every year on July 16 to raise awareness about the different types of snake species and the important role they play in maintaining ecological balance.
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Celebrity Nutritionist Rujuta Tells The Importance Of Wild Foods In Our Diet
Wild and uncultivated fruits: Fruits which are most rich in nutrients are those which grow in the wild, and come in the category of wild and uncultivated fruits.
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Green Tribunal Asks States To Submit Complete List Of Wetlands
The National Green Tribunal has directed all state governments to submit a complete list of wetlands under their jurisdiction after a plea claimed that large areas which are ecologically important are being lost as these have not been notified as protected under law.
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Sea Turtles Can Aid Scientists Map Under-Ocean Seagrass in an Attempt to Conserve Marine Ecology
A study in the Red Sea has shown that satellite-tagged green turtles can map seagrass meadows more accurately than conventional satellite imagery. By tracking 53 turtles, the researchers uncovered 34 new seagrass patches. This method not only overcomes the challenges of existing mapping technologies but also aids in conserving these vital ecosystem...
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Protests To Save Trees In Guwahati Bear Fruit, Assam To Explore Alternative
Protests to save trees - some of them over 200 years old - in an ecologically important area in Guwahati have borne fruit, with the Assam government stating that efforts will be made to protect them while constructing a flyover in the city.
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"Remote Sensing Not Enough...": Shashi Tharoor On Predicting Landslides
The landslides in Kerala's Wayanad - which have killed at least 150 people - underline the importance of developing technology to predict such ecological disasters and give authorities time to evacuate people, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor told NDTV.
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World Snake Day 2024: Date, Theme And Importance Of Snakes
World Snake Day is celebrated on July 16 every year to highlight the important role these reptiles play in maintaining the ecological balance.
-
National Birds Day 2024: History, Theme, and Significance
Birds play a vital role in the Indian ecosystem; they help control insect populations, pollinate plants, and disperse seeds.
-
Ladakh Innovator Sonam Wangchuk Ends 9-Day "Climatic Fast"
Engineer turned educational reformist Sonam Wangchuk, has ended in Leh his nine-day fast, that he had initiated to to draw the attention of the authorities to the importance of safeguarding Ladakh's fragile mountain ecology and indigenous people.
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India Does Not Believe In Conflict Between Ecology, Economy: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India did not believe in conflict between ecology and economy but gave importance to coexistence between the two.
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World Snake Day 2022: This Is How Snakes Act As Natural Pest Control
The day serves as an opportunity to sensitise people on the importance of snakes and the ecological service they offer.
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World Turtle Day 2022: All You Need To Know
Tortoises and turtles play an important role in the ecological design of Earth. These reptiles are known to survive and thrive across a range of diverse habitats around the globe.
-
World's "Most Important" Organisms Are On The Move. Reason: Climate Change
The strange metal box hauled from the waves and onto the ship's deck looks like a spaceship fished from a child's imagination.
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Opinion: The Wilful Destruction Of The Himalaya Must Stop - by Ramachandra Guha
The Himalaya are India's most important natural asset. Without them, the country would not survive. These grand mountains are a barrier to invaders, the source of our greatest rivers, a rich reservoir of biodiversity, and home to our holiest shrines. Ecologically, economically,culturally,and strategically,the Himalaya are vital to the future of Ind...
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World Snake Day 2020: A Look At 5 Really Strange Snakes
World Snake Day is celebrated every year on July 16 to raise awareness about the different types of snake species and the important role they play in maintaining ecological balance.
-
Celebrity Nutritionist Rujuta Tells The Importance Of Wild Foods In Our Diet
Wild and uncultivated fruits: Fruits which are most rich in nutrients are those which grow in the wild, and come in the category of wild and uncultivated fruits.
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Green Tribunal Asks States To Submit Complete List Of Wetlands
The National Green Tribunal has directed all state governments to submit a complete list of wetlands under their jurisdiction after a plea claimed that large areas which are ecologically important are being lost as these have not been notified as protected under law.
