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A Preliminary Report on Groundwater Contamination of Majha Belt of Punjab due to Heavy Metal Arsenic
Abstract: Punjab is facing a crisis situation due to high levels of heavy metals in underground water table of Punjab. ICAR has reported arsenic beyond safe limit in 13 districts of Punjab. According to PWSSD report, there are 2748 habitations out of 6884 surveyed in Punjab, which fall under quality affected (QA) category (40% nearly). Out of all QA habitations in Punjab, 60% fall in Majha belt of Punjab, namely, Amritsar, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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Importance of Small Scale Industries for the Development of Marginalized Sector in Purba Medinipore, West Bengal
Abstract: AbstractSmall scale industries play a very vital role in the national economy. They help in generating employment with minimum possible investment. Article 39 of the Indian Constitution mandates that state shall direct its policy forward securing (a)&(b) that the ownership and control of the national resources of the community are so distributed as best to sub-serve the common goods. Midnapore district as a whole is the largest district in West …
Published in E-Commerce for Future & Trends · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–2 Read article
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Land Use/Land Cover Assessment of Tamil Nadu Coast, India using Remote Sensing and GIS Techniques
Abstract: Land use/land cover (LULC) mapping and monitoring has a significant role for regional planning, environmental and resource management towards sustainable management. The present study has been carried out for assessment of land use/land cover change in coastal districts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry during last three decades. The study illustrated an integrated approach of remote sensing and GIS techniques to assess dynamic land use/cover in the coastal zone and estimate …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 25–37 Read article
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A Study on Employability Potential of Engineering Students Studying in Rural Engineering Colleges and Its Relation with their Vocabulary and Language Skills
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Students of the rural colleges including newly started self-financing engineering institutions in rural areas face a number of problems. English being the mode of language used for coaching is their second language and not their mother tongue and they are not used to learning it or using it in their day to day activities. Many students who do well in their …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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An Evaluation on Radha’s Beauty in Kishangarh Style (Rajasthan State)
Abstract: In Indian art, Indian painting has been coming for long time tradition in Indian history. Indian paintings were seem in the rock painting of pre-historic times and many paintings the petro glyphs as found in the places as Bhimbetka rock shelters. In some stone, the rock paintings were found among the Bhimbetka rock shelters in 35000 year old approximately. India's Buddhist literature is replete with examples of texts which describe …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Environmental Awareness among the Madrasa Students of Tangail, Bangladesh
Abstract: The purpose of the study was to know the environmental awareness of Madrasa students in Tangail District during January to June 2013. Three hundred and eighty six students were selected through the purposive sampling technique from nine Madrasa of Tangail District, Bangladesh. The selected students were male and all of them were Muslims. The students were asked questions to evaluate their knowledge regarding environmental issues, their activities with the environment, …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Understanding the Factors Responsible for Groundwater Contamination in Parts of Southwest Punjab, India
Abstract: Availability of fresh water in sufficient quantities is a major challenge as demand for groundwater resources has increased many folds for drinking, irrigation and industrial purposes in recent years. This study is significant as the groundwater resources are being exploited indiscriminately in Mansa district. This article presents the current scenario of groundwater quality and also emphasizes the factors and processes governing the geochemical nature of groundwater. Hydrochemical data suggests that …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 7–23 Read article
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Solid Waste Management Perceptions and Practices in Pujehun Town Southern Sierra Leone
Abstract: Solid waste management is one of the most visible environmental and social issues facing Sierra Leone and is having a worrisome dimension with the growing urbanization rate. The need for economic growth to accommodate aspirations for an improved standard of living tends to disproportionatelyescalate the rate of waste generation. Pujehun town does not have a clear waste management plan (WSMP) despite the rapid population increase, this compounding issue has strained …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 36–53 Read article
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RURAL ROAD PAVEMENT SUBGRADE AND SUBBASE IMPROVEMENT USING LIME, FLY ASH AND GEOSYNTHETICS IN SOUTH GUJARAT REGION
Abstract: South Gujarat region comprises of Narmada, Surat, Tapi, Navsari, Valsad and Dang districts. The majority of the region has soil type varying from clayey to clay loam type soil. Also, the average annual rainfall is more than 1500 mm in the region. Some parts of Surat, Navsari and Valsad districts are in coastal region and have soft and compressible clayey soil. Under this environmental scenario of soil, climate and increasing …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 62–71 Read article
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Coping Strategies of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Affected Small Poultry Farmers of Bangladesh
Abstract: AbstractA survey research was conducted in 2012 to assess the coping strategies of poultry in Gazipur district of Bangladesh. Using purposive and stratified random sampling technique a total of 100 poultry farmers comprising of 50 farmers from each upazilas of Sadar and Sripur of the same district were selected. Descriptive analytical method was done to find out the coping strategies of the selected farmers. A mixed coping response was found …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Cluster based large scale Demonstration of improved wheat varieties in Silte zone, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Cluster Based Large Scale Demonstration of wheat was conducted at Alicho district and Worabe administrative town of Silte zone to increase production and productivity among wheat producer farmers. Once more, kebeles were purposefully chosen from each district based on the potential of the crop for producing wheat. From selected kebales115farmers were benefited from this intervention on 80 hectares of land clustered on three sites in 2021/22 cropping season. Ogolecho and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 41–46 Read article
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Large Scale Demonstration and Farmers Perception on Improved Maize Variety in Worabe Town Administration, Silte Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Large scale demonstration of improved maize (BH661) was carried out in Worabe Town Administration in Southern Ethiopia in 2022 main cropping season with the objectives of demonstrating improved maize technologies in wider scale. On the basis of the crop's technology gap, two potential kebeles from the district were chosen. On 30 hectares of clustered land from selected kebales, this technology helped 85 farmers. Farmers Research Group trained 115 members (102 …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 30–38 Read article
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Enhancement of Religious Tourism in Jharkhand with Special Reference to the Anjan Dham and Ramrekha Dham, Jharkhand
Abstract: Jharkhand State has the potential to enhance the sites under religious tourism of national and international importance in addition to Baba Baidyanath Dham, Deoghar, Parasnath Hill, Giridih, and Maa Chhinnmastika Temple, Ramgarh. The increment in the number of tourists will provide employment to the local people and will establish Jharkhand on the tourist map of India. The present paper suggests the inclusion of two sites viz., Anjan Dham, Gumla district …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Assessment of Capacity, Success, and Challenges of Farmers Training Center in Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract: FTCs are established to provide extension including capacity development on use of improved farming technologies, market-oriented information, communication and advisory services. The main aim of this study is to assess capacity, success, and challenges of farmers training center for the better of farmers and the effectiveness of extension service provision in Kaffa and Bench-sheko zones. The study were undertaken in Gimbo and Chena district of Kaffa zone and Semen bench …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Thottea sasidharaiana Robi (Aristolochiaceae): A Rare and Little Known Endemic Plant from Ambayathode Forests of Kottiyoor Wild Life Sanctuary, Kannur, Western Ghats, Kerala, India
Abstract: AbstractThottea sasidharaiana Robi, a newly described rare and little known endemic plant belonging to the family Aristolochiaceae is reported only from the type locality of Malabar Wild Life Sanctuary, Kakkayam, Kozhikode, Kerala. Present collection from Ambayathode forest, Kottiyoor Wild Life Sanctuary (Western Ghats), Kannur district of Kerala state is another locality from where it is reported after type collection. This species is phenotypically close to the Indian species Thotteadinghoui, but …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 17–19 Read article
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Prevalence of Low Birth Weight and Associated Factors among HIV Exposed and Non-exposed Newborns in Kalomo, Zambia
Abstract: Human Immune Virus (HIV) does not have a direct effect on the progression of pregnancy. However, it influences various pregnancy outcomes such as low birth weight (LBW), a major contributing factor to under five and neonatal morbidity and mortality. Aim: To determine the prevalence of LBW among HIV exposed and nonexposed newborns at Kalomo District Hospital from 2015 to 2018. Method: An institutional-based cross-sectional study conducted at Kalomo District Hospital …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 12, Issue 03, 2022 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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Medicinal Plants for the Treatment of Malaria used by Various Tribes of Bankura, West Bengal, India
Abstract: AbstractMalaria is one of the most common major health problems all over the world. With the increasing levels of malaria parasite drug resistance, the herbal knowledge of indigenous communities for malaria treatment can play an important role in identification of any new anti-malarial drug that is yet to be discovered. The present paper documented 22 ethno-medicinal plants of Bankura district, West Bengal, India, belonging to 15 families which were used …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 33–36 Read article
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Adaptation and evaluation of Improved Cassava (Manihot Esculentacrantz) Varieties In Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract: Cassava, scientifically known as Manihot esculenta Crantz, plays a crucial role as a primary food source for over 800 million individuals in numerous tropical countries. It serves as a vital dietary staple crop in these regions.. Nutritionally, cassava has a great potential to provide economical sources of dietary energy in the form of carbohydrates and cassava has huge a potential crop to address general food insecurity due to recurring droughts …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Assessment of Capacity, Success, and Challenges of Farmers Training Center in Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract: FTCs are established to provide extension including capacity development on use of improved farming technologies, market-oriented information, communication and advisory services. The main aim of this study is to assess capacity, success, and challenges of farmers training center for the better of farmers and the effectiveness of extension service provision in Kaffa and Bench-sheko zones. The study were undertaken in Gimbo and Chena district of Kaffa zone and Semen bench …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Assessment on farmers’ enset bacterial wilt management practices in South Omo zone, Ethiopia
Abstract: Bacterial wilt caused by xanthomonas campestris pv. musacearum is the most serious enset disease in Sout Omo zone. There were no documented reports on the farmers’ enset bacterial wilt management practices in South Omo zone. Therefore, the objective of the survey was to assess the farmers’ enset bacterial wilt management practices in the study area. The survey was carried out during 2017/2018. South Ari and North Ari districts were purposely …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 26–32 Read article