Dams, Climate Change A Threat To Snow Trout Fish In Himalayan Rivers
byDharamshala: Scientists from Indian Wildlife Institute, WII, have expressed their apprehension that the effects of global warming are being noticed in cold water fishes…
Environment
Himalayan States At Uttarakhand Conclave Demand Funds For Development, Environment, Forests and Water Conservation
byMussoorie: Bearing the brunt of global warming because of climate change, the fragile ecology of Indian Himalayan Region that supports large river systems and…
How air pollution is affecting chronic airway diseases/COPD in India?
byIndia is reeling under the devastating effects of air pollution. According to a 2018 report published by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR),…
Hidden Costs Of Hydropower – Himdhara
byThe large hydropower projects of Parbati II, Karccham Wangtoo, Kashang and Bajoli Holi illustrate how landslides, drying up of springs, damages to houses, farms and forests have made difficult the lives and livelihoods of the people in the project area
What Will It Take For The Himachal Forest Dept. To Wake Up ?
byThe explosion of trekking in forest areas and fragile mountains is getting completely out of hand and in the days to come shall pose the biggest danger to the natural environment, including its flora and fauna.
Safety Norms At Himalayan Hydro Projects, An Invitation For Disasters
byThis Lok Sabha elections both major national parties, the BJP and Congress in their manifestos speak of “Protecting the Himalayas”. However both parties and…
Trout Worth Rs 30 Lakh Found Dead At Manali Fish Farm
byManali: Thousands of freshwater trout was found dead at a fish farm here. The loss is being put at Rs 30 lakh. Owner of…
Melting Snow Contains A Toxic Cocktail Of Pollutants
byManali: With spring breaking out here and warmer temperatures just around the corner, snow will slowly melt away, releasing us from the clutches of…
A Snow Bounty Attracts Tourists To Manali
byManali: If, you love dreamy winter lands and of course snowfall, Manali, at this time of the year, has a lot to offer. Over the…
Kullu To Ring New Year With Maha Aarti Of River Beas
byKullu: To sensitise the people about the importance of rivers in advancing civilization and supporting all forms of life, especially humans, the Kullu administration…