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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Literary corridor to become reality in Kozhikode in one year

A dream destination for literature enthusiasts is set to take shape in Kozhikode—a 200-metre-long literary corridor lined with bookshops, reading corners, and spaces for relaxation. Along with the literary corridor, the beautification plan includes developing a recreation centre on the banks of the Conolly Canal, enhancing the aesthetics of ponds at Bilathikulam and Thamarakkulam, and creating a Miyawaki Forest. The …

Project Kozhikode Literary Corridor

2 weeks, 3 days ago

Nagercoil Corporation begins restoration of key waterbodies

The Hindu

The Nagercoil Municipal Corporation has been restoring key waterbodies across the city to reinforce the bunds and to include essential amenities such as footpath and seating areas, said Mayor R. Mahesh here on Friday. Ramesh, councilor of Thengamputhoor said, “for the first time the pond has been selected for the restoration work, I am excited to see this happening after …

Water Restoration Corporation Pond

2 weeks, 4 days ago

Smallest flowering plant - Gardening Australia

ABC

SERIES 35 | Episode 37 What is a caudex? TAMMY: It’s the swollen, woody part of some plants that forms at soil level. They’re important adaptations of some plants, used to store water and nutrients in times of drought. What’s the smallest flowering plant on Earth? JERRY: It’s an aquatic plant called a Wolffia, a type of duckweed that floats …

Plants Plant Banksia Roses

3 weeks ago

Crocodile conservation centre

The Hindu

The Thanjavur Forest Division has submitted to its higher-ups a detailed project report for the establishment of the crocodile conservation centre at Anaikarai along the Kollidam in Thanjavur district. The report details various components, including human-crocodile conflict at Anaikarai and a slew of facilities planned at the centre besides giving insights on conservation and the research study to be carried …

Conflict Conservation Research Centre Study Crocodile Kollidam

3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: Floods Triggered By Cyclone Fengal Sweep Away Buses As Uthangarai Hit By Historic Rainfall — WATCH

ABP News

Cyclone Fengal has caused widespread disruption in Tamil Nadu, with severe flooding sweeping away parked buses in Uthangarai, Krishnagiri district. The Parasaneri Lake in Uthangarai overflowed following heavy rains, leading to floodwaters rushing onto the Tirupathur-Uthangarai road and washing away several parked vehicles. #CycloneFengal #Tamilnadu #Floods #Krishnagiri pic.twitter.com/K8Jla22VUc — Chennai Weatherman December 2, 2024 Cyclone Fengal: Floods In Krishnagiri's Uthangarai, …

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Once shunned, areas near Bhopal gas tragedy site now seeing real estate boom

Hindustan Times

Bhopal, Dec 1 Union Carbide factory, the site of the deadly gas leak 40 years ago which was once located on Bhopal's outskirts, is no longer ostracised with its neighbourhood now dotted with residential and commercial establishments. Once shunned, areas near Bhopal gas tragedy site now seeing real estate boom A prominent shopping mall-cum-entertainment centre is now located just 4 …

Development Gas Union Tragedy Estate Real Site

3 weeks, 2 days ago

Gang stealing electric motors from aqua tanks arrested; 34 motors recovered in Andhra Pradesh’s Krishna district

The Hindu

The Nandiwada police arrested a three-member gang involved in stealing electric motors fixed at aqua ponds in the villages of Gudivada division in Krishna district. “The arrested include, G. Sashi Kumar, D. Rambabu and G. Shyam Praveen Kumar and an iron scrap dealer Asmatullah Baih, who bought the stolen motors from the accused,” the CI said. “The accused stole the …

Motors

3 weeks, 4 days ago

Delhi zoo to introduce new technology to clean ponds housing crocodiles, gharials

Hindustan Times

New Delhi, The National Zoological Park in Delhi will soon implement ‘nano bubble technology’ for cleaning and purifying the water to improve aesthetics of the zoo and promote well-being of aquatic animals. Delhi zoo to introduce new technology to clean ponds housing crocodiles, gharials The nano bubble technology is being used for the first time, with a 15-day trial period …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Chennai Corporation to issue NOC for land transfers for ECR widening project

The Hindu

The Greater Chennai Corporation is planning to issue a No Objection Certificate for transferring land to the State Highways Department to facilitate the widening of East Coast Road. GCC officials said these included land pockets as well as unused areas, such as dry wells and tanks registered under the GCC and Collectorate records. The project also involves the demolishing small …

Land Noc Gcc Ecr

4 weeks ago

Rio Tinto-backed lithium tech startup set to raise second round of funds

Live Mint

By Melanie Burton MELBOURNE -A lithium technology startup backed by Rio Tinto expects to finalise a funding round in the next week to raise A$29 million, even as the global lithium market struggles, its Melbourne-based CEO told Reuters. ElectraLith is developing a filtration technology that can extract lithium from brine deposits without using water or chemicals, which would be key …

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backed lithium tech startup set to raise second round of funds

Live Mint

By Melanie Burton MELBOURNE, Nov 25 - A lithium technology startup backed by Rio Tinto expects to finalise a funding round in the next week to raise A$29 million, even as the global lithium market struggles, its Melbourne-based CEO told Reuters. ElectraLith is developing a filtration technology that can extract lithium from brine deposits without using water or chemicals, which …

Water Reuters Rio Tinto Dle Electralith Mcgill Told Lithium Market

1 month ago

Chennai braces for rain, pond restoration stuck

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: As Chennai gets ready for another round of intense rain, the Greater Chennai Corporation’s initiative to restore 14 ponds to save the city from floods seems to have made little headway. The civic body awarded contracts for the restoration work in six packages in 2023 and January 2024 at a total cost of Rs 20.47 crore under Singara Chennai …

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1 month ago

Archaeologists discover 4,000-year-old canals used to fish by predecessors of ancient Maya

LA Times

Researchers excavate sediment that will be sequenced to help them date the evidence of a large-scale pre-Columbian fish-trapping facility in Belize. “The aerial imagery was crucial to identify this really distinctive pattern of zigzag linear canals” running for several miles through wetlands, said study co-author Eleanor Harrison-Buck of the University of New Hampshire. “Barbed spear points” found nearby may have …

Fish Maya Belize Yucatan Canals

1 month ago

Archaeologists discover 4,000-year-old canals used to fish by predecessors of ancient Maya

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Long before the ancient Maya built temples, their predecessors were already altering the landscape of Central America’s Yucatan peninsula. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print This 2019 photo provided by the Belize River East Archaeology project shows investigations of wetland canal features in the CTWS by the research team in Belize. …

Archaeology Fish Project Share East Maya River

1 month, 1 week ago

One of L.A’s best birding hot spots is on a military base in the desert

LA Times

Last week, I drove out to Rosamond to visit a paradoxical place: the largest freshwater wetlands in the desert of northern L.A. County. Piute Ponds sits on 9,080 acres in the high desert and features man-made ponds and channels where you can listen to water lapping and ducks quacking among Joshua trees. When water flows from the nearby ranges, it’s …

Water Trump Work Los Angeles Desert Ponds

1 month, 1 week ago

Lucknow Diary | Varanasi to be decked up with 17L diyas on Nov 15

New Indian Express

Varanasi will celebrate ‘Dev Deepawali’ on November 15 when over 17 lakh diyas will illuminate the ghats, ponds and Kashi Vishwanath Dham. The celebrations will also feature a laser light-and-sound show at Chet Singh Ghat, a green firecracker show in front of KV Dham and a cultural programme at Namo Ghat. Deoband lifts ban on entry of women Asia’s biggest …

Women Ban Dham Lucknow Diary Mahamandaleshwar

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Casual ethnic wear for men: Trendy sherwani sets from Kisah, Manyavar, and SOJANYA

Hindustan Times

"But bro, won't I look overdressed?" Explore the best casual ethnic wear for men with stylish sherwani sets from top brands like Kisah, Manyavar, and SOJANYA. This casual ethnic wear for men features a rich gold fabric navy sherwani accompanied by golden woven designs, adding a majestic appeal to the festive wardrobe. This sophisticated casual ethnic wear for men features …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Telangana: Patancheru ponds to turn into tourist spots

New Indian Express

SANGAREDDY: Plans are on to transform several ponds in Patancheru constituency into tourist destinations. Under Phase-I, officials aim to develop four ponds as tourist centres with the cooperation of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation. Following instructions from Patancheru MLA Gudem Mahipal Reddy, estimates have been prepared to carry out the necessary works, and tenders will be invited soon. Plans for …

Ponds Patancheru

1 month, 2 weeks ago

My £25,000 koi carp have been murdered by a local poison killer - I think know who did it and won't rest until they are caught

Daily Mail

A grandmother has been left in a state of shock after finding 28 of her beloved fish floating lifeless in her garden pond, in what she believes to be a 'deliberate poisoning' by a neighbour she had rowed with. 28 of Christine Whiteley's pet fish were killed when detergent was poured into the grandmother's garden pond Christine Whitely has expressed …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Tiruppur administration ascertains water adequacy in local bodies, advises full-fledged harnessing during rainfall

The Hindu

The Tiruppur administration has ascertained the adequacy of water availability in the rural parts, through eliciting feedback from the 13 panchayat unions in its jurisdiction. The Tiruppur Corporation is looking forward to deriving the utmost utility of the new fourth drinking water scheme during the summer months. The third scheme, operated and maintained by the New Tirupur Area Development Corporation …

Water Dam Thirumoorthy Tiruppur Bodies Advises

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Captivating autumn scenery of Laoshan Mountain

China Daily

Nestled in the eastern part of Qingdao, Laoshan Mountain unveils its enchanting beauty as autumn descends upon its slopes. The tranquil atmosphere and natural splendor of Laoshan Mountain in autumn offer a peaceful retreat from everyday life. In every part of Laoshan Mountain, nature's artistry is on full display, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of …

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2 months ago

Water Conservation: A Collective Effort for a Sustainable Future

Deccan Chronicle

President Droupadi Murmu emphasizes the critical role of collective responsibility in preserving water resources. She highlights the alarming depletion and pollution of groundwater, warning that without conservation, society cannot progress. Murmu stresses the need for immediate and collective efforts to safeguard water supplies, urging citizens to adopt simple measures such as turning off taps and implementing rainwater harvesting at home. …

Environment Law Public Health Water Resources New Delhi

2 months ago

GCC to improve roads linking MRTS stations at Velachery, Perungudi

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: The Greater Chennai Corporation has decided to improve the road linking Velachery and Perungudi MRTS stations following approval from the Southern Railways for maintenance work. GCC Commissioner J Kumaragurubaran announced on Sunday that the corporation will enhance the road surface, install additional street lights, set up walking paths and benches, and beautify the stretch. Though the debris was partially …

Road Gcc Velachery Perungudi

2 months, 1 week ago

Xinjiang's Saline-Alkaline Farm Booms, Expanding Aquaculture Potential

China Daily

Xinjiang's infrastructure development has boosted aquaculture growth, with over 500 mu of ponds entering the harvest season for Pacific white shrimp. The region's complex terrain has allowed for the expansion of land-based seafood farming, with the construction of new distribution transformers and power lines.

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Literary corridor to become reality in Kozhikode in one year

Nagercoil Corporation begins restoration of key waterbodies

Smallest flowering plant - Gardening Australia

Crocodile conservation centre

Tamil Nadu: Floods Triggered By Cyclone Fengal Sweep Away Buses As Uthangarai Hit By Historic Rainfall — WATCH

Once shunned, areas near Bhopal gas tragedy site now seeing real estate boom

Gang stealing electric motors from aqua tanks arrested; 34 motors recovered in Andhra Pradesh’s Krishna district

Delhi zoo to introduce new technology to clean ponds housing crocodiles, gharials

Chennai Corporation to issue NOC for land transfers for ECR widening project

Rio Tinto-backed lithium tech startup set to raise second round of funds

backed lithium tech startup set to raise second round of funds

Chennai braces for rain, pond restoration stuck

Archaeologists discover 4,000-year-old canals used to fish by predecessors of ancient Maya

Archaeologists discover 4,000-year-old canals used to fish by predecessors of ancient Maya

One of L.A’s best birding hot spots is on a military base in the desert

Lucknow Diary | Varanasi to be decked up with 17L diyas on Nov 15

Casual ethnic wear for men: Trendy sherwani sets from Kisah, Manyavar, and SOJANYA

Telangana: Patancheru ponds to turn into tourist spots

My £25,000 koi carp have been murdered by a local poison killer - I think know who did it and won't rest until they are caught

Tiruppur administration ascertains water adequacy in local bodies, advises full-fledged harnessing during rainfall

Captivating autumn scenery of Laoshan Mountain

Water Conservation: A Collective Effort for a Sustainable Future

GCC to improve roads linking MRTS stations at Velachery, Perungudi

Xinjiang's Saline-Alkaline Farm Booms, Expanding Aquaculture Potential