In this issue

The available water resources in the hills should not be taken for granted and the urgency of caution with regard to the exploitation of water – a critical resource – must not be underplayed. It is about time to reflect on these words of WC Fields, “You can’t trust water. Even a straight stick turns crooked in it,” and understand their true meaning in a broader connotation, writes Rajshekhar Pant in this timely and relevant article on water management in the Central Himalayan region.

How Plant And Animal Species Could Be Gone In 50 Years

One in three species of plants and animals may face extinction from climate change by 2070. Projections of species loss depend on how much climate will warm in the future, reveals a new study.

3 mins

21st Century The Age of Deforestation?

The year 2019 witnessed depletion of forests to an unprecedented extent. Wildfires, deforestation, illegal logging, mining and other such factors, for which man is responsible, reduced the green cover. World Wide Fund came up with a list to forewarn the world about the regions that are already seeing extreme forest loss and could spiral out of control by 2030 if not addressed at the earliest. On this International Day of Forests, celebrated on March 21, Namrata Gulati Sapra sheds light on these forests that are bearing the brunt of selfish human deeds, demanding urgent attention.

6 mins

Responsible Farming and Reliable Food Security Choosing Agrochemicals

India’s agrochemical market is dependent on various factors that include the country’s growing population and demand for foodgrains, reducing per capita availability of arable lands, and production of fertilizers. In an exclusive email conversation with TerraGreen, Rajesh Aggarwal, Managing Director, Insecticides (India) Ltd, discusses the future of agrochemical industry in India.

6 mins

For How Long Can the Water Be Trusted? Understanding Water Management in the Hills

The available water resources in the hills should not be taken for granted and the urgency of caution with regard to the exploitation of water – a critical resource – must not be underplayed. It is about time to reflect on these words of WC Fields, “You can’t trust water. Even a straight stick turns crooked in it,” and understand their true meaning in a broader connotation, writes Rajshekhar Pant in this timely and relevant article on water management in the Central Himalayan region.

8 mins

Faithful Fathers and Crooked Cannibals

Considering that we humans are overly protective of our offspring and most of the care is given by both parents, with differing roles, this article discusses a paper by Dr K.S. Seshadri and Professor David Bickford on a bush frog Raorchestes chalazodes found in the Western Ghats. Dr Marianne Furtado de Nazareth discusses the paper and was surprised to learn that parental care is given by the males alone which is quite widespread among amphibians and fish.

7 mins

Conserving Scarce Water Resources Dealing with Water Crisis in India

As most of India grapples with drought-like conditions, the situation of water scarcity in the country is predicted to turn worse with an increase in the overall population by 2050. In this article, Dharmesh Kumar Singh and Sonia Grover discuss the short-term and long-term implementation-oriented and evidence-based solutions that must be prioritized in our current water management practices.

6 mins

Defying Change, Arambol Stays All Natural!

Goa, whose skyline was once legendary for its pristine beaches, churches in the countryside and coconut trees lining every stretch visible, has now been reduced to a parody. Tourism and its dizzying after-effects are having a deep impact on customs and traditions in India’s smallest state. In this article, Gajanan Khergamker talks about how Arambol has succeeded in resisting development and retained its vibrant culture and traditions

3 mins

Turning the Tide on Plastic Pollution India's Youth Lead the Way

We are living in an age of plastics. Even though they have the advantage of being lightweight, relatively cheaper, and long-lasting, they cannot degrade, thereby polluting our planet. The present scenario is – remnants of plastic bags get consumed by animals, microplastics enter our food chain, and the city streets are littered with plastics. This article discusses the growing menace of plastic pollution and suggests various ways of adopting sustainable lifestyle choices for a greener future.

3 mins

Anchoring Dreams with a Sustainable School Empowering Young India

Going to school remains an unfulfilled dream for many children in rural India. In this article, Surmai Kaushik focuses on the dismal quality of education in rural schools of our country and suggests ways of empowering the young minds towards sustainability.

6 mins

The Curious Case of the Indian Painted Frog On India's Amphibian Fauna

Many people consider frogs as a nuisance. Little do we know, they are also potential indicators of environmental health. In this article, Amar Kumar Nayak discusses the Indian Painted Frog, which has tree-climbing qualities similar to monkeys and squirrels. The bright red to dull pink-coloured amphibian can be distinguished from other Indian frogs by its short head, fingertips, and colouration.

4 mins

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