Karnataka’s Urban Forestry Mission has initiated the “Smart Green Corridor” project, planting urban native trees along major city roads in Bengaluru. Each planting zone includes monitored moisture sensors, automated drip irrigation, and solar-powered street lights. The project aims to shade pedestrians, reduce urban heat islands, and improve…
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Gujarat Begins Organic Salt Farming Project in Little Rann
Gujarat’s Khavda region, part of the Little Rann of Kutch, is seeing a new model of organic salt farming using solar concentrators and saline-resistant seeds. Traditional Agariyas are being trained in low-impact harvesting techniques that preserve local flamingo habitats. The project includes micro-credits, health insurance, and fair trade certi…
Arunachal Pradesh Develops Solar-Powered Wildlife Camera Traps
To track elusive wildlife like clouded leopards and red pandas, Arunachal Pradesh’s Forest Department has installed solar-powered camera traps in Namdapha and Pakke sanctuaries. These camera traps, developed by IIT Guwahati, can operate for months without human intervention. The images are AI-tagged to identify species and detect poachers. Local…
India Opens Real-Time Oceanic Earthquake Alert System
The Ministry of Earth Sciences has operationalized the Real-Time Oceanic Earthquake Alert System that covers the Indian Ocean region. It uses 30 seabed sensors and 11 satellites to detect deep-sea seismic activity and relay tsunami warnings within seconds. The alerts reach 18 coastal states and island territories. It is expected to save thousands …
India Launches First Underwater Archaeology Ship
India’s Ministry of Culture and Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has launched a dedicated ship for underwater archaeology research. Named Samudra Ratna, the ship is equipped with submersibles, sonar, and 3D-mapping tools. Its first mission will explore submerged Harappan port sites off Gujarat’s coast. Marine archaeologists hope to find ar…
Maharashtra Installs AI Cameras to Track Leopard Movement Near Villages
To reduce man-animal conflict, Maharashtra’s Forest Department has begun installing AI-enabled cameras in leopard-prone zones of Nashik and Pune. These motion-sensor cameras identify leopards and send real-time alerts to forest officials and local residents via SMS and WhatsApp groups. The AI system also records behavioral patterns—tracking tr…
Uttar Pradesh Tests Biodegradable Sanitary Pads in Government Schools
Uttar Pradesh’s Education and Health Departments have started a pilot distribution of biodegradable sanitary pads made from banana fibre in government schools across Kanpur and Varanasi. Produced by a women’s SHG, these pads decompose within six months and contain no plastic. Schools have also been equipped with incinerators powered by solar p…
Rajasthan Pilots Saltwater Desalination for Thar Villages
In an effort to tackle extreme water scarcity in the Thar region, the Rajasthan government has launched solar desalination plants in remote desert villages near Jaisalmer. These modular units use reverse osmosis powered entirely by solar energy to convert brackish groundwater into drinking water. Each plant serves 500–700 residents daily. Commun…
Odisha Converts Cyclone Shelters into Smart Emergency Hubs
The Odisha State Disaster Management Authority has begun retrofitting existing cyclone shelters into smart emergency hubs. These centers now feature solar backup, satellite internet, community radio systems, and inflatable tents for overflow accommodation. Each center can host up to 500 evacuees and function independently for up to 5 days post-dis…
Himachal Pradesh Launches Cold Chain for Apple Farmers
In a major relief for apple growers, Himachal Pradesh has inaugurated a decentralized cold chain system in Shimla and Kinnaur. The system includes solar-powered cold rooms at farm clusters, refrigerated trucks for transport, and a digital inventory platform. Farmers can now store produce for 30+ days, avoiding distress sales. Refrigerated vans con…