Tag: Monsoon
Western Ghats biodiversity is a significant source of moisture for monsoon
The new study points out that the evapotranspiration from the vegetation over the Western Ghats accounts for one quarter of the rainfall over peninsular India.............
How microscopic marine algae impact global climate & Indian monsoon
The phytoplankton are often early indicators of an impending change in temperature and can offer a potential to extend the lead time of climate predictions such as that of El Niño as well as the Indian monsoon, writes Prof Raghu Murtugudde................
Rural women have resilience to cope with climate risks: study
A new study says women, particularly in marginalized communities, possess the necessary knowledge to cope with climate risks........
New method developed to forecast dengue spread
Researchers say it is important to take into account the dynamic EIP estimates in different regions in assessing disease burden........
This monsoon, prepare well to combat hepatitis!!
Monsoon is not only about the enjoyment, it comes with the deadly viruses and one must take precautions on the basics, writes Dr Ravi Gaur, COO, Oncquest Laboratories..........
J P Nadda chairs high level meeting on control of vector...
The union health minister has asked the States for mounting aggressive IEC campaigns to enhance awareness on prevention and control of vectors in their surrounding areas and neighbourhoods........
Weekend Special: Monsoon Guide for Hygienic and Health Living!
Contributory article by Ms Kanchan Naikawadi, Preventive Healthcare Specialist, Indus Health Plus, to know about the do's and don'ts of healthcare...
12 lakh tons of flood tolerant seeds given to Indian farmers...
According to the union government, the eco-friendly flood tolerant seeds have been helpful in raising the plants of various crops....
Monsoon and Hepatitis: Far too deadly combo to ignore
The article based on the inputs from Dr Sunil Bhasin, a well known Pediatrician and Child Specialist, lists out ....
Govt reviews its preparedness on ‘Dengue’ during monsoon season
The union ministry of health has so far held eight review meetings including two video conferences to sensitize....