We cannot ignore the climate crisis anymore! The India Climate Justice collective notes with deep anguish the evastating loss of life, livelihoods, and homes in Uttarakhand and beyond. The death toll is likely in the thousands, way beyond current official figures. We extend our deep condolences to the families and friends of those killed, and … Read more
The Van Gujjars from Jim Corbett and Rajaji Natonal Parkswill soon be rehabilitated in Haridwar district.
Historically business houses in India have had religious and charitable trusts, to undertake various kinds of philanthropic work across the country. In the west also, various corporate houses have trust and Foundations, viz. the Rockefellers and Ford Foundations. The new company act in India has now made it compulsory for business enterprises to have the … Read more
The problem of Monkeys destroying vegetables and fruits is not just in Hill villages of Uttarakhand but also in cities and towns. The vegetables and fruits in Kitchen garden are also under attack………
The annual chai Gramutsav is held at the time of Ganga Dashara. This year it was held from 16 to 18 June. Due to heavy rains and related flash floods and land slides in the area and in the state, many activities planned were curtailed and cancelled. The Bandara on 18 June 2013 Madhu Ganga/ … Read more
Uttarakhand state is now gearing up to tackle the issue of solid waste through its Urban Local Bodies, i.e. the Municipalities. The increasing migration from villages and the growth of urban populations has resulted in a corresponding growth of solid wastes in cities and towns across the state. The Urban Local bodies-Municipalities are finding it … Read more
The land slides in the villages surrounding the town of Ukhimath in Mandakini valley of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, show the ugly face of the beautiful valley
Green leafy fodder being hung for goats….Probably by this methods the fodder is not wasted. Need to ask the local for any other reasons…
One realizes the passage of times only after being told by our old friends and colleagues about how big and grown up our children have become and now when my daughter Srishti is giving her class tenth ICSE board exams, I am also realizing how old I have become! Her environmental education paper is next … Read more