Devastation in Chennai: Result of Unusual Weather and Unplanned Infrastructure
Introduction: The Chennai floods, which have been wreaking havoc since the past one week, do not seem to retreat, as the weather forecast has predicted heavy rains in the coming days. Due to the floods, around 450 people have died, several have been displaced, there have been huge losses of property …
Powerful Action to Prevent Further Sales of Firecrackers in Delhi
Introduction As reported in The Times of India, “Delhi’s air pollution levels are among the worst in the world”. Indeed, a government agency recently detected a high concentration of ultrafine particulate matter (an extremely dangerous class of pollutants) in the atmosphere of Delhi, even in the cleaner, less populous regions …
“Twelve Hundred Hours And Not a Brow, And Yet Clouds Hang On.”
For the past several weeks, the South Indian states of India had been waging a war with the Gods of rain. Among the flood-hit areas were Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Cuddalore and other surrounding areas. The worst hit perhaps, was the capital city of Tamil Nadu, Chennai. How It …
“Twelve Hundred Hours And Not a Brow, And Yet Clouds Hang On.”
For the past several weeks, the South Indian states of India had been waging a war with the Gods of rain. Among the flood-hit areas were Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Cuddalore and other surrounding areas. The worst hit perhaps, was the capital city of Tamil Nadu, Chennai. How It …
Ecofriendly and Festive: Ganesh Chaturthi’s Environmental Impact
As written in an article of The Hindu, “once a fairly quiet, mostly private practice, Ganesh Chaturthi now involves large, public festivals in many parts of the country”. Ganesh Chaturthi is undoubtedly one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India, which brings joy and imbibes a festive spirit among …
Ecofriendly and Festive: Ganesh Chaturthi’s Environmental Impact
As written in an article of The Hindu, “once a fairly quiet, mostly private practice, Ganesh Chaturthi now involves large, public festivals in many parts of the country”. Ganesh Chaturthi is undoubtedly one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India, which brings joy and imbibes a festive spirit among …
A Verdant Campaign to Save the Sahyadris
Introduction The Western Ghats, also known as the Sahyadris, are some of the most picturesque locations in the whole of India. Naturally, such beauty will attract tourists from across the country, who are enticed by the panoramic sights and the promise of nature. However, this region is also extremely eco-sensitive—so …
A Verdant Campaign to Save the Sahyadris
Introduction The Western Ghats, also known as the Sahyadris, are some of the most picturesque locations in the whole of India. Naturally, such beauty will attract tourists from across the country, who are enticed by the panoramic sights and the promise of nature. However, this region is also extremely eco-sensitive—so …
The Chimes of Change: Initiated by Deccan Herald
Introduction Being one of the most urbanised and developed cities in India, it is only natural that Bangalore should bear the brunt of severe overpopulation, as well as the subsequent repercussions that impact almost every citizen; the sheer number of complaints received from the residents, relating to sanitation, road safety …
The Chimes of Change: Initiated by Deccan Herald
Introduction Being one of the most urbanised and developed cities in India, it is only natural that Bangalore should bear the brunt of severe overpopulation, as well as the subsequent repercussions that impact almost every citizen; the sheer number of complaints received from the residents, relating to sanitation, road safety …