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TTD Vision 2047 to strike balance between tradition and modernity

TIRUMALA: With the clarion call given by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, who emphasised the need to balance traditional aesthetics with modern functionality in Tirumala’s development, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam aims to transform the hill shrine into a role model pilgrim centre with its Vision 2047 Mission, said TTD Executive Officer J Syamala Rao. He explained that the TTD has invited …

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Vision 2047 to Change Tirumala Into Model Pilgrimage Centre

Deccan Chronicle

Tirupati: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has unveiled the ambitious “Vision 2047 Mission” to make Tirumala into a model pilgrimage centre, blending traditional values with modern infrastructure. Inspired by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s “Swarna Andhra Vision 2047”, the initiative seeks to address current and future requirements through sustainable development, heritage conservation, and advanced technology while preserving Tirumala’s spiritual significance. Addressing …

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A year when Bengaluru faced acute water crisis and took many remedial measures

The Hindu

After a failed monsoon the previous year, the summer of 2024 saw the city face one of the worst water crisis in recent times. Water conservation The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board mandated aerators and flow restrictors that can cut wastage by up to 75% for all public taps. Cauvery V Stage The year came to an end with …

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Tortoises on the way down are bouncing back thanks to a desert conservation effort

LA Times

Tortoise hatchlings are raised at the Tortoise Research and Captive Rearing Site. Then, starting a couple of years ago, Henen’s team began gathering, incubating and hatching eggs from the relocated adult tortoises to study whether they were breeding with their new neighbors. In desert tortoise head-starting programs, biologists use radio transmitters to monitor wild females and portable X-ray machines to …

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Minister Khandre Urges Wildlife Conservation in Mining Areas

Deccan Chronicle

Bellary: In an effort to mitigate the adverse environmental impacts in mining-affected areas, Forest, Biology, and Environment Minister Eshwar B Khandre has directed officials to draft a plan to establish a botanical garden in each taluk. During a progress review meeting at the Ballari Forest Department office, the minister instructed officials to utilize funds from the Karnataka Mining Environment Restoration …

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Minister Khandre Urges Wildlife Conservation in Mining Areas

Deccan Chronicle

Bellary: In an effort to mitigate the adverse environmental impacts in mining-affected areas, Forest, Biology, and Environment Minister Eshwar B Khandre has directed officials to draft a plan to establish a botanical garden in each taluk. During a progress review meeting at the Ballari Forest Department office, the minister instructed officials to utilize funds from the Karnataka Mining Environment Restoration …

Mining Forest Officials Minister Ballari Minister Khandre Khandre Urges

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Vandiyur tank should become absolutely pollution free in 18 months: HC

The Hindu

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Thursday directed that within 18 months Vandiyur tank in Madurai should become absolutely pollution-free. The court directed authorities to ensure that not a drop of untreated water flows into Vandiyur tank. Having clarified that the project can go on subject to the statutory restriction contained in Rule 4 of Wetlands Rules, …

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Tiruchi govt. museum offers certificate course for college students

The Hindu

Over 60 final year students from arts and science colleges in the city have done a certificate course on Museology at Tiruchi’s Government Museum since October to prepare for a career in the field. Recently, we conducted a workshop on palm leaf manuscript conservation,” P. Manimuthu, curator of the Government Museum in Tiruchi and Nagapattinam, told The Hindu on Friday. …

Certificate Course Tiruchi Museum Offers

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Activists sue federal government for images of dead orcas entangled by fishing boats

Associated Press

MIAMI — Activists sued the federal government Thursday to release images of dead orca whales, sea lions and other marine mammals entangled by commercial fishing boats off the U.S. West Coast. The complaints were filed after the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration failed to fulfill multiple Freedom of Information Act requests filed by Oceana, a Washington-based conservation group, as …

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Tirumala to have vision document in line with Chandrababu Naidu's Vision 2047

India Today

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams announced the launch of Tirumala Vision 2047, an initiative aimed at the sustainable development, environmental management, and heritage conservation of the town. This initiative aligns with the state government's Swarna Andhra Vision 2047, with an emphasis on transforming Tirumala into a globally recognised model of spiritual and sustainable growth. The initiative aims to blend traditional aesthetics with …

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TTD invites experts to draft Tirumala Vision 2047 document

Deccan Chronicle

The devasthanam has issued a Request for Proposal, inviting experienced agencies to contribute their expertise for planned development, heritage preservation and environmental sustainability of the sacred Tirumala hill town. Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has already emphasised the importance of preserving Tirumala’s cultural and religious heritage while incorporating sustainable and contemporary design principles to enhance pilgrims’ experience. His vision focuses …

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Reforms key to food security and high-quality rural development

China Daily

Farmers dry corn in the sun in Yangliuxue town, Binzhou, Shandong province, on Tuesday. CHU BAORUI/FOR CHINA DAILY Although China is not an agriculture-based economy anymore, as it was for most part of its long history, and more Chinese people live in cities and towns than villages today, agriculture and related rural work are still of vital importance to the …

China Reforms Key Strengthen Rural

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Indian scientists successfully tag Ganges river dolphin for first time in Assam

New Indian Express

In a first, India has tagged a healthy male Ganges river dolphin in Assam, which will help chalk out a long-term conservation plan for the endangered species. The tagging was made possible by advancements in technology – the lightweight tags emit signals compatible with Argos satellite systems even with limited surfacing time. The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change …

India Tag Ganges River Dolphin

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State Planning Commission suggests District Cooling System to promote energy efficiency and sustainability

The Hindu

To minimise the burden on electricity grids and promote energy conservation, a District Cooling System is being strongly considered as an alternative environment-friendly cooling solution, according to an analysis by the State Planning Commission. The panel’s report said DCS could help Tamil Nadu sustainably manage water through effective reuse, lowering heat island effects, providing sustainable cooling for all, and reducing …

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Government breached law by allowing water firms to discharge sewage, watchdog finds

The Independent

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Summary The Office for Environmental Protection ruled that the UK government and regulatory bodies …

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Rise of 'China-chic' wins fans around world

China Daily

Zhu Jiejing as the lead dancer in Soaring Wings. Shanghai Dance Theatre, recognizing the profound narrative woven into the ibis' resurgence, brought its tale to life through the dance drama Soaring Wings: Journey of the Crested Ibis. Premiering in 2014 with Zhu Jiejing as the lead, the production earned accolades as the Eastern counterpart to Swan Lake, masterfully blending the …

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Rise of 'China-chic' wins fans around world

China Daily

Zhu Jiejing as the lead dancer in Soaring Wings. Shanghai Dance Theatre, recognizing the profound narrative woven into the ibis' resurgence, brought its tale to life through the dance drama Soaring Wings: Journey of the Crested Ibis. Premiering in 2014 with Zhu Jiejing as the lead, the production earned accolades as the Eastern counterpart to Swan Lake, masterfully blending the …

Japan Yang Zhu World Stage Chinese Dance Ibis Crested

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Padma Shri awardee environmentalist Tulsi Gowda dies at 86 in Karnataka

India Today

Tulsi Gowda, the renowned environmentalist and Padma Shri awardee known as the "Vruksha Maate", passed away on Monday at her residence in Karnataka’s Honnali village, Ankola Taluk, Uttara Kannada district. Hailing from the Halakki tribal community, Tulsi Gowda dedicated over six decades of her life to environmental conservation, planting and nurturing thousands of trees in Ankola and its surroundings. In …

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Karnataka govt to take stock of lost water bodies

New Indian Express

BENGALURU: The state government agencies are currently reviewing base maps and preparing ground survey reports to determine the extent of lake land loss across Karnataka. For instance, Dharmambudhi lake was transformed into the Majestic Bus Stand, Shoolay Lake became an indoor stadium, and Domlur Lake was converted into a residential layout by the Bangalore Development Authority. However, according to government …

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Environmental Icon Tulsi Gowda, Padma Shri Awardee, Dies at 86

Deccan Chronicle

Mangaluru: Padma Shri awardee Tulsi Gowda, renowned as the "Encyclopedia of Forest," passed away on Monday evening at her residence in Honalli village, Ankola taluk, Uttara Kannada district. A member of the Halakki tribal community, Tulsi Gowda was celebrated for her vast knowledge of diverse plant and herb species, earning her the moniker "Encyclopedia of Forest." Her remarkable contributions to …

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A year of life-saving moments: How Apple Watch became a critical emergency tool in 2024

Live Mint

Over the past year, Apple Watch has proven to be more than a fitness tracker, emerging as a reliable tool in life-threatening emergencies. Cyclist Rescued After Fall in New York City In New York City, a 49-year-old cyclist named Eric Zollinger survived a serious accident, thanks to the Apple Watch’s fall detection feature. Heart Condition Alerts Prevent Fatal Outcomes In …

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Scientists artificially inseminate leopard sharks to boost diversity

Raw Story

A black-and-cream leopard shark enters a hypnotic-like state of relaxation as scientists at Sydney Aquarium carefully roll her onto her back in a small pool. The shark, named Zimba, is one of the first captive leopard sharks in the world to be artificially inseminated with the sperm of wild sharks in an attempt to build populations around the world. - …

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Nation making great strides in ecological conservation

China Daily

Jane Goodall talks with Guo Zhe, director of the China Science and Technology Museum about China's environmental protection spanning more than 20 years. During her visit to China this month, primatologist Jane Goodall marveled at the significant changes China has achieved in ecological conservation over the past two decades. Goodall mentioned that in China, the concept of ecological conservation has …

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Andhra Pradesh bags Energy Conservation Award

New Indian Express

VIJAYAWADA: Andhra Pradesh secured first prize in the State Energy Efficiency Performance Award category of the National Energy Conservation Awards-2024 for its consistent performance in promoting and implementing Energy Efficiency and conservation measures in buildings, industry municipal, agriculture and transport sectors. On the occasion of National Energy Conservation Day, Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy Shripad Naik presented …

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TTD Vision 2047 to strike balance between tradition and modernity

Vision 2047 to Change Tirumala Into Model Pilgrimage Centre

A year when Bengaluru faced acute water crisis and took many remedial measures

Tortoises on the way down are bouncing back thanks to a desert conservation effort

Minister Khandre Urges Wildlife Conservation in Mining Areas

Minister Khandre Urges Wildlife Conservation in Mining Areas

Vandiyur tank should become absolutely pollution free in 18 months: HC

Tiruchi govt. museum offers certificate course for college students

Activists sue federal government for images of dead orcas entangled by fishing boats

Tirumala to have vision document in line with Chandrababu Naidu's Vision 2047

TTD invites experts to draft Tirumala Vision 2047 document

Reforms key to food security and high-quality rural development

Indian scientists successfully tag Ganges river dolphin for first time in Assam

State Planning Commission suggests District Cooling System to promote energy efficiency and sustainability

Government breached law by allowing water firms to discharge sewage, watchdog finds

Rise of 'China-chic' wins fans around world

Rise of 'China-chic' wins fans around world

Padma Shri awardee environmentalist Tulsi Gowda dies at 86 in Karnataka

Karnataka govt to take stock of lost water bodies

Environmental Icon Tulsi Gowda, Padma Shri Awardee, Dies at 86

A year of life-saving moments: How Apple Watch became a critical emergency tool in 2024

Scientists artificially inseminate leopard sharks to boost diversity

Nation making great strides in ecological conservation

Andhra Pradesh bags Energy Conservation Award