Shimla: As urbanization and infrastructure development continue to expand, excessive hill cutting has emerged as a pressing environmental concern. This practice, often done to accommodate the increasing demands of transportation and connectivity, has far-reaching effects on ecosystems, climate, and communities. To address these issues, policymakers and developers need to adopt more sustainable approaches, such as ...
Nahan: Shri Renuka ji lake is a beautiful natural freshwater lake located in the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh. It is considered the largest natural lake in Himachal and holds great religious/environmental significance for the people of the region. Renuka Ji Lake lush greenery The surrounding area of Renuka Lake is lush with greenery but ...
Himachal Pradesh, a remarkable state nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, is known for its breathtaking landscapes, lush green valleys, and snow-capped mountains. However, this enchanting region is not devoid of challenges, as it grapples with the recurrent threat of landslides. The state’s hilly terrain, combined with heavy monsoon rains and human activities, often ...
Mankind is evident in multiple dimensions. Firstly, the establishment of protected areas and national parks provides opportunities for ecotourism, promoting sustainable economic growth while preserving delicate environments. As tourists immerse themselves in the beauty of these natural wonders, they cultivate a deep appreciation for the importance of conservation and the need to safeguard our planet ...
28 th July is celebrated as World Nature Conservation day. Conservation of Nature signifies the sustainable use of natural resources while ensuring their availability for the future generation. It is not like that we are doing something exclusively for Nature rather in a way helping ourselves with adequate food security, water security, livelihood security, health ...
Shimla: A State Cabinet meeting was held here today under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, which decided to launch ‘Mukhya Mantri Van Vistaar Yojna’. The scheme aims to include barren areas of hills or mountains across the State with an objective of expanding green cover, preventing soil erosion and excessive run ...
Guwahati: Patriotic People’s Front Assam (PPFA) supports the initiative to dispose of wildlife parts including therhinoceros-horns, kept in State treasuries for decades, but it demands full transparency in the process. The forum of nationalist citizens urged State chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to ensure that only the certified genuine horns are burnt in presence of ...
Shimla: Two days regional workshop on disaster mitigation, challenges of disaster risk reduction in North-Western Himalayas concluded on Wednesday evening. The discussions were held on disaster mitigation and preparedness and improving disaster response and recovery for the Himalayan States on the concluding day. Director-cum-Special Secretary (Revenue and Disaster Management) D.C Rana said that based on ...
