Bioreactors

What is a Bioreactor? A bioreactor is a vessel in which a biological reaction takes place. The reaction can be aerobic or anaerobic, and it can be used to produce a variety of products, including pharmaceuticals, biofuels, and chemicals. Bioreactors are used in a variety of industries, including the pharmaceutical, chemical, and food industries. They … Read more

Urbanization- problems and remedies

 Demographically it’s the increase in Population of cities and towns ,while sociologically it’s the spread of urban way of life to the country side . Urbanization in India has occurred more slowly than in other developing countries and the proportion of the population in urban areas has been only 28 per cent based on the … Read more

Water Resources Management

 Water Resources Management Water Resources in India India accounts for about 2.45 per cent of world’s surface area, 4 per cent of the world’s water resources and about 16 per cent of world’s Population. The total water available from Precipitation in the country in a year is about 4,000 cubic km. The availability … Read more

Sanitation and Water Disposal

Sanitation and Water Disposal The seriousness of the challenges associated with urban Water supply and sanitation in India have been recognised in recent times. After decades of neglect, the first national effort to invest in the urban water and sanitation sector commenced in the 1970s, but was accorded considerable priority in the subsequent two decades … Read more

Water quality and water purification

  Safe drinking water is the birthright of all humankind – as much a birthright as clean air. The majority of the world’s Population, however, does not have access to safe drinking water. This is certainly true in most parts of Africa and Asia. Even in relatively advanced countries such as India, safe drinking water … Read more

Water Resources and Management

  Water Resources in India India accounts for about 2.45 per cent of world’s surface area, 4 per cent of the world’s Water Resources and about 16 per cent of world’s Population. The total water available from Precipitation in the country in a year is about 4,000 cubic km. The availability from surface water and … Read more

Drainage Systems

The Foundation of a Healthy Environment: A Comprehensive Guide to Drainage Systems Drainage systems are the unsung heroes of our built environment, silently working behind the scenes to ensure the smooth flow of water and prevent its detrimental effects. From the intricate network of pipes beneath our streets to the sophisticated drainage solutions in our … Read more

Inter-State Water Disputes Tribunals

Navigating the Waters of Conflict: A Deep Dive into Inter-State Water Disputes Tribunals in India India, a land of diverse landscapes and rich water resources, faces a complex challenge: managing these resources amidst growing populations and competing demands. This challenge is further amplified by the intricate web of inter-state water disputes, where states vie for … Read more

Water Pollution

  Addition of certain substances to the water such as organic, inorganic, biological, radiological, heat, which degrades the quality of water so that it becomes unfit for use. Putrescibility is the process of decomposition of organic matter present in water by Microorganisms using Oxygen. Water having DO (dissolved oxygen)  content below 8.0 mg/L may be … Read more

Irrigation and water

Water Resources Rainfall: With an Average annual rainfall of 1,170 mm, India is one of the wettest countries in the world. At one extreme are areas like Cherrapunji, in the northeast, which is drenched each year with 11,000 mm of rainfall, and at the other extreme are places like Jaisalmer, in the west, which receives … Read more

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