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Talcher Angul: The Price of Power in the Air We Breathe
Talcher Angul is one of Odisha's most important centres of coal mining, power generation and heavy industry, but its economic importance has come with a significant environmental burden. Pollution from mining, thermal power, industrial activity, transportation and dust affects not only air quality but also water resources and the health of…
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How Air Pollution Travels Across State Boundaries
Air pollution does not respect state borders. Smoke from crop fields, emissions from industries, vehicles and dust…
When the Rains Turn Roads into Dumping Grounds
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When the monsoon arrives, roadside garbage becomes more than an eyesore. Rainwater spreads plastic,…
Biodiversity
Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary: Where Forest, Water and Wildlife Meet
Nestled beside the vast waters of the Hirakud Reservoir, Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary is one of Odisha’s remarkable landscapes where forests, wetlands and wildlife exist in close connection. Spread across a rich dry deciduous ecosystem, the…
Do Quantum Effects Matter Inside Living Cells?
Quantum biology examines how specific quantum phenomena contribute to biological processes. Electron tunnelling is an established part of molecular electron-transfer reactions, while quantum mechanical effects are fundamental to…
The Science of Animal Magnetoreception
Magnetoreception is the ability of animals to detect and use Earth's magnetic field as a source of directional information. It has been documented in birds, sea turtles, insects, fish and other animals, but the precise biological mechanism…
Why Vultures Matter More Than We Think
Vultures are more than scavengers feeding on animal carcasses; they are important components of healthy ecosystems. By rapidly removing dead animals, they contribute to nutrient cycling and influence the availability of carrion to other…
The Hidden Biodiversity of Animal Dung
Animal dung is far more than biological waste. Once deposited, it becomes a temporary ecosystem supporting dung beetles, flies, mites, nematodes, fungi and diverse microorganisms. These organisms break down organic matter, recycle…
