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Nandi, Sandeep
- Goodbye Plastic Bags
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1 Eastern Regional Office, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change. A/3, Chandrashekharpur, Bhubaneswar, Khordha, Odisha–751023, IN
1 Eastern Regional Office, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change. A/3, Chandrashekharpur, Bhubaneswar, Khordha, Odisha–751023, IN
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Indian Science Cruiser, Vol 33, No 4 (2019), Pagination: 44-50Abstract
A menace that stares darkly at the eyes of we Indians is the plastic waste comprising carry bags for groceries and vegetables, drinking water bottles and pouches, shampoo sachets, packets for biscuits and snacks. Not amenable to biodegradation and difficult to get rid off unless recycled, this ubiquitous dreadful waste is smothering growth of vegetation, preventing rainwater recharge and killing hungry cattle which roam around the streets. Plastics have also entered the food chain. Its high time that the public bids goodbye to plastic bags.Keywords
Biodegradation, Recycle, Food Chain, Climate Change, Government Laws.
- The Fight Against Water Scarcity
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1 Scientist-‘B’, Integrated Regional Office, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, A/3, Chandrashekharpur, Bhubaneswar, Khordha, Odisha–751023, IN
1 Scientist-‘B’, Integrated Regional Office, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, A/3, Chandrashekharpur, Bhubaneswar, Khordha, Odisha–751023, IN
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Indian Science Cruiser, Vol 35, No 4 (2021), Pagination: 22-27Abstract
Water crisis is affecting India. There is acute drinking water scarcity in several parts of the country. Though, India has plethora of rules and regulations, but due to poor management, water scarcity has occurred. But, people and the Govt. have now become aware and vigilant, and water conservation measures are being practiced in almost every field, be it agriculture, construction, mining, industry etc. It is hoped that India will soon overcome its water scarcity.Keywords
Water Crisis, Water Scarcity, Rules, Management, Water Conservation.References
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- PM is in the Air
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1 Scientist-‘B’, Integrated Regional Office, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, A/3, Chandrashekharpur, Bhubaneswar, Khordha, Odisha–751023, IN
1 Scientist-‘B’, Integrated Regional Office, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, A/3, Chandrashekharpur, Bhubaneswar, Khordha, Odisha–751023, IN
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Indian Science Cruiser, Vol 36, No 6 (2022), Pagination: 42-50Abstract
Particulate Matter (PM) pollution in air is rampant and widespread. It leads to respiratory diseases. Sources of PM in air are aplenty; industries, automobiles, construction activities, fossil fuels, road dust, etc. and even pollen grains from flowers, and novel coronavirus, COVID-19. Methods to control PM emissions in air are simple, ingenuous, and have been successfully adopted by govt. and industries. Govt.’s sincerity in eradicating PM pollution is notable, and visible in its policies.Keywords
Particulate Matter, Pollen, COVID-19, Respiratory Diseases, Source of PM, Control of PM, Govt. Policy on PM.References
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