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A Goa village that strives to protect the fast-vanishing 'Khazans'
03 Oct 2018
Paddy fields in khazans
Khazan ecosystems are reclaimed wetlands and mangrove areas, where tidal influence is regulated by the construction of embankments and sluice gates. 'Khazans' in Goa have always been nature's defence to its own excesses such as high tides, storms or floods. They are predominantly rice and fish fields.
Nagaland uninterrupted
12 Jul 2018
Civil society conservation groups receive special recognition at Government of India-UNDP India Biodiversity Awards 2018
A People’s Biodiversity Register of Village Ghukhuyi, Zünheboto, Nagaland
06 Mar 2018
With a forest cover of 171964 sq km, the north-eastern part of India harbours a significant portion of the country's floral and faunal bounty - nearly 13,500 plant, 430 mammal and 1277 bird species, many of which are endemic to the region.
Forests in India are net source of GHG emissions
03 Mar 2018
While forests begin to be seen as a tool for carbon sequestration, over 93% of GHG emissions in India continue to emanate from this same resource. This situation will remain unchanged if related policies and programmes are implemented at their current pace and commitment.
District Mineral Foundations: Sharing mining revenues with communities
03 Mar 2018
Five key things you should know about District Mineral Foundations, the local institutions established in mineral producing states to share mining revenues with affected communities.