Arid forests are ecosystems characterised by low rainfall and sparse vegetation. They often feature drought-resistant trees and shrubs. These forests play a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity. They provide habitat for various wildlife species. Arid forests are found in regions with extreme climates. They face threats from deforestation and climate change. Conservation efforts are essential to protect these unique environments.
Nestled in the heart of the Indian subcontinent, the Eastern Ghats stand as a majestic testament to the geological wonders that shape our world. Often overshadowed by their...
India, with its diverse landscapes, harbors a geographical marvel known as the Deccan Plateau. Spanning across the southern part of the Indian subcontinent, this elevated region is a...
The Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert, stands as a captivating marvel in the landscape of the Indian subcontinent. Spanning across northwestern India and southeastern...
Land degradation and deforestation pose significant challenges to the environment, ecosystem health, and human well-being. Recognizing the urgency of these issues, India has embarked on a series of...
Ecosystems are broadly classified based on their habitat, climate, and the degree of human intervention. The two primary categories are Natural Ecosystems, which operate under natural conditions without...
This industry has made rapid progress aer independe nce. Indian Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Ltd (IDPL), incoporated on April 5,1961, has plants located at Rishikesh (Uttarakhand), Chennai (T.N.), Gurgaon...
Natural Vegetation is that part of plant life which grows in wild without direct or indirect help of man, and which easily adapts to the constraints of natural...
The recent clash between Van Gujjars and Uttarakhand forest officials in the Rajaji National Park has once again thrown the spotlight on the contentious relationship between forest-dwelling communities...
The Madhya Pradesh forest department has made a pioneering move by radio-tagging an Indian Pangolin for the first time. Radio-tagging, a technique that involves attaching a transmitter to...
The study of fossils excavated from Kutch in Gujarat has unveiled that the current hot and arid desert of Kutch was previously a humid subtropical forest. The fossil...
