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The Carnivorous Wonders of India: A Glimpse into the World of Insectivorous Plants The world of plants is often associated with photosynthesis, the process of converting sunlight into energy. However, a fascinating subset of the plant kingdom defies this norm, embracing a more sinister strategy for survival: carnivory. These are the insectivorous plants, also known … Read more
INFRASTRUCTURE and Services beyond their limits. Whilst tourism is not the only causal factor, development associated with tourism has certainly intensified environmental problems. The most significant affect of tourism is the increased pressure on the fragile Himalayan Ecosystems. Increased construction and transport has lead to large-scale deforestation and destabilisation of natural ecosystems; Despite laws and … Read more
Deforestation, clearance or clearing is the removal of a forest or stand of trees where the land is thereafter converted to a non-forest use. Examples of deforestation include conversion of forestland to farms, ranches, or urban use. Deforestation comes in many forms, including fires, clear-cutting for agriculture, ranching and development, unsustainable logging for timber, and … Read more
Post Harvest Technology And Value Addition in Food Processing While increased productivity is an essential component of a vibrant agricultural sector, improved post-harvest handling and processing is essential to ensure high-quality products reach the markets. Too often, even when the yields are high, producers lose income due to poor post-harvest practices. Effective post-harvest … Read more
Electromagnetic Waves within the radio frequency spectrum. This spectrum covers a wide range of frequencies, from 3 kHz to 300 GHz, each with its own characteristics and applications. How RCF Works RCF relies on the principle of electromagnetic radiation. When an electrical current flows through a conductor, it generates an electromagnetic field that propagates outwards … Read more
INFRASTRUCTURE projects both domestically and internationally. History and Evolution of KVB Post-World War II: KVB was established in 1948 to help rebuild Germany’s war-torn Economy. It provided loans and financial assistance to businesses and infrastructure projects, contributing significantly to Germany’s economic recovery. Expansion and Diversification: Over the years, KVB expanded its operations beyond domestic projects, … Read more
National Health Mission (NHM): Transforming India’s Healthcare Landscape Introduction India, with its vast population and diverse demographics, faces significant challenges in providing equitable and accessible healthcare to its citizens. The National Health Mission (NHM), launched in 2005, stands as a cornerstone of India’s efforts to address these challenges and transform its healthcare landscape. This article … Read more
IMPACT OF NEW ECONOMIC POLICY India’s post-independence development strategy showed all the signs of stagnation, but the economy started showing the sign of recovery in the early nineties when the government adopted the new economic model known as INFRASTRUCTURE, into a modern developed economy. New Economic Policy 1991 India opened up the economy in the … Read more