Forest & environment

Delayed monsoons, sudden cloudbursts, and prolonged dry spells are becoming increasingly common across India. Scientists point to a combination of global warming and natural climate phenomena such as El Niño as key reasons behind these…

Groundwater is one of nature's most valuable resources, supplying drinking water, supporting agriculture, and sustaining ecosystems across India. Yet beneath the surface, an invisible threat is growing. Pollution from chemicals, industrial…

Wildlife conservation is often associated with iconic animals like tigers and elephants, but biodiversity extends far beyond these familiar faces. Every day, bees pollinate crops, earthworms enrich the soil, frogs control insect…

Bhubaneswar has long been known as one of India's greener and cleaner cities, but recent winters have revealed signs of a growing environmental challenge. Rising vehicle numbers, construction activity, road dust, and rapid urbanisation are…

Monsoon is often celebrated as a season of renewal, but in Odisha's mining districts, heavy rainfall can reveal environmental challenges hidden during the dry months. As rainwater flows across disturbed landscapes, concerns emerge over soil…

Smartphones, laptops, televisions, and countless electronic devices have become essential parts of modern life. But as technology advances and consumers upgrade faster than ever, a new environmental challenge is quietly growing in the…

Electric vehicles are widely seen as a key solution to climate change, but the batteries that power them depend on a mineral that is rapidly reshaping landscapes across the world—lithium. As global demand for clean transportation grows, so…

Recent elephant sightings near Bhubaneswar have sparked concern among residents, but the larger question extends beyond public safety: why are elephants increasingly appearing on the city's outskirts? As urban development continues to…

Prof. Surendranath Pasupalak Introduction and Objectives Weak or stalled monsoon phases are often attributed to inadequate atmospheric moisture or to large-scale climatic drivers such as El Niño. However, rainfall efficiency…

Invasive species are among the world's leading drivers of biodiversity loss, yet they rarely receive the attention given to pollution, climate change, or deforestation. From wetlands to forests, these "unseen invaders" can quietly alter…