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Therapeutic Medicinal Plants: Traditional uses of the Himalayan Cherry Prinsepia utilis used by Traditional Healers of the North Western Himalayan Region
Abstract: The medicinal plants of the northwestern Himalayas are noted for their unparalleled biodiversity and important secondary metabolites that are peculiar to this dynamic geoclimatic zone. The scientific documentation of the richness, distribution, and conventional applications of medicinal flora in this Mountainous region can be crucial in the conservation and sustainable use of these valuable plant resources. These medicinal plants have been used for their therapeutic properties since ancient times. The …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Cross-Border Disaster Preparedness in the Himalayas by Indian Armed Forces
Abstract: The Himalayan region, known for its immense ecological and geopolitical significance, is also one of the most disaster-prone areas in the world. Its young and dynamic geological structure, coupled with increasing human activity, has amplified the frequency and severity of natural disasters such as landslides, floods, and earthquakes. Cross-border disaster preparedness in the Himalayas, particularly by the Indian Armed Forces, has emerged as a critical component of regional stability and …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Stibochiona nicea subsp. nicea (Gray, 1846) in Sikkim Himalaya
Abstract: The Sikkim Himalaya is the potential region having good populations of flora and fauna playing valuable roles in ecological aspects. These bioresources are utilized in different purposes and are available in the different altitudinal gradients, and some are endemic and unique. In such biodiversity, there are reports of sighting of new species in the region in several instances. This study contains the information of sighting of Stibochiona nicea (Gray, 1846) …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Glacier Volume Changes and Their Climatic Causes in Tirungkhad Basin Located in Western Himalaya
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-IN X-NONE X-NONE In the Himalaya, a significant number of glaciers are shrinking due to climatic variations. Monitoring of these glaciers is important to assess future availability of water resources. However, Himalayan glaciers are normally difficult to monitor due to the rugged, mountainous terrain. Therefore, in the present study, Survey of India (SOI) topographical maps (1966) and Landsat datasets as ETM+ (2000, 2006) and TM …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 35–46 Read article
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Seasonal Variations in the Limnochemical Characteristics of An Ox-bow Lake of Eastern Himalayan River of Assam, India
Abstract: The present study was carried out to assess the physicochemical properties of Kalpani beel an ox-bow lake formed by the River Manas, a tributary originated in Bhutan of Eastern Himalayan Biodiversity hotspot. The study was conducted at four selected sites namely i.e. Monakocha (Station-1), Goraimari (Station-2), Bishpani (Station-3) and Bedlangkhaiti (Station-4). Twelve parameters were monitored for a period of one year to assess the standard of water quality of this …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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On Trends in Snow Cover during the Winter Season Over The North – Eastern Himalayas (2000 – 2018)
Abstract: Snow and glaciers in the North-Eastern Himalayas are primary water resources for various rivers originating in the eastern side of the Himalayan range. Global warming and changes in the climate system are believed to play a pivotal role in the changes of snow cover over the North-Eastern Himalayas. The analysis of data from remote sensing sensors can provide useful inputs to studies related to snow cover monitoring and impact assessment. …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Study on the Ichthyofaunal Status of an Oxbow Lake of Eastern Himalayan River of Assam, India
Abstract: The status of fish fauna of Kalpani beel in the Chirang district of Assam was studied from June to December, 2016. It is an ecologically important oxbow lake. The beel is fed by flood of Manas River originating from Bhutan and an important tributary of the river Brahmaputra. A total of 55 fish species belonging to 38 genera and 21 families (under 7 order) has been recorded during the study …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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Migratory Birds and Resident Birds of Sikkim Himalaya
Abstract: The Sikkim Himalaya is the potential region for the fauna and flora which underpin the roles in economic, social, cultural and ecological aspects. The fauna of Sikkim is basically significant for the ecological network which are blended with the mountain ecology having the mountains' greatest value of the sources of major rivers, and many smaller ones. These play significant role for capturing moisture from air masses and the precipitation reflecting …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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“Tales from the Himalayas”- Straight from the heart of Priyanka Pradhan
Abstract: “Tales from the Himalayas” is a collection of seventeen short stories written by Priyanka Pradhan. She is the recipient of the “Ruskin Bond Promising Writer Award 2019” at the Dehradun Literature Festival. Each tale in the collection is an entertaining, heart-warming, and delightful read. Themes of family, friendship, belonging, and loss are prominent in the pages. The stories depict the rich cultural heritage that resides in the heart of the …
Published in International Journal of Behavioral Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Biodiversity of Gentiana sikkimensis C.B. Clarke in Sikkim Himalaya
Abstract: The mountain ecology is a fragile ecology where the species are ecologically linked and grow maintaining particular ecological niche. Several species of alpine forest are unique in their diversity. This result might be resulted due to the microclimatic conditions of mountain ecology. Since, this writing covers Gentiana sikkimensis Clarke and according to the report, the Himalayan region is bestowed with the different species of Gentiana upto ca. 71 species. Out …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 33–37 Read article
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Integrating Horticultural Techniques for the Propagation of Ethnomedicinal Pteridophytes in the Himalayan Region
Abstract: The Doon Valley, including the regions of Dehradun, Mussoorie, and Chakrata in Uttarakhand, India, is rich in ecological and medicinal plant diversity. This study focuses on the geographical distribution, habitats, and medicinal applications of 28 pteridophyte species found in these regions. Detailed field observations and data collection from various scientific journals, databases, and publications have contributed to understanding the traditional and pharmacological uses of these plants. The results show that …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Horticulture · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–19 Read article
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A Study on the Impact of Tourism on the Himalayas
Abstract: The Himalayan mountain range in India is one of the most striking geological wonders in the world. At the same time, it is one of the most vulnerable mountain range being projected to all the types of exploitation by mankind. The beautiful snow-capped mountains of the Himalayas are now threatened from the same community who admire its magnificence. These mountain ranges nurture an endless opportunity for exploration giving rise to …
Published in E-Commerce for Future & Trends · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 27–35 Read article
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Conservation Prioritization using Multi-criteria Decision Model: A Case Study in Part of Western Himalayan Ecoregion
Abstract: Vegetation and land use map was prepared using the satellite image of IRS-1D LISS III sensor. Four vegetation types were mapped, viz., temperate broadleaf forest, temperate conifer forest, pine forest and degraded forest. Different forest types were characterized for conservation prioritization based on parameters obtained through field sampling and landscape analysis. These parameters were (i) species diversity, (ii) mosaic diversity, (iii) total plant value, and (iv) contagion. The areas of …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 16–26 Read article
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On the link of global warming and cloudiness in mid hills of Himachal Himalayas, India
Abstract: The present study investigated the monthly, seasonal, and annual cloud cover variability over two stations in the mid hills sub-temperate subhumid zone of Himachal Pradesh, by using Pearson’s correlation coefficient, Mann-Kendall (MK), and Sen’s slope estimator test. Daily data on cloud cover, sunshine hours, maximum and minimum temperature, morning and evening relative humidity, evaporation and rainfall for the period of 22 years (2001–2022) were used in the investigation. In the …
Published in International Journal of Climate Conditions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 39–49 Read article
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Q Anisotropy in the Region of Garhwal Himalaya
Abstract: Abstract Empirical relations have been found out to describe the decay in amplitude with distance of s-waves in the region of Garhwal Himalaya. These functions results from the analysis of spectral amplitudes of three component digital records from 19 local earthquakes obtained from 12-station seismological network deployed in the Garhwal lesser Himalaya. The events lie in a magnitude range from ML 2 to ML 4.5, epicentral distance 5 to 120 …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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Reproductive Allocation in Euphorbia wallichii Hook. f. in Natural Populations of Kashmir Himalaya
Abstract: AbstractEuphorbia wallichii is an important medicinal plant of Kashmir Himalaya. The study on resource allocation reveals that species allocates maximum resources towards the growth and development of the below ground part followed by aerial part. High altitude populations have more reproductive effort than low altitude populations. Partitioning of resources is not uniform, it varies in different parts of the plant species with different altitudes. The total resource budget per plant …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 20–22 Read article
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Exploring the Bioactive Potential of Himalayan Lichens: Phytochemical and Antimicrobial Profiling of Xanthoparmelia tinctina and Pyxine subcinerea Extracts
Abstract: The symbiotic association that develops between cyanobacteria, algae, and fungi results in the composite organism known as lichens, which has traits similar to those of plants but differs in its separate parent organisms. Lichens can have a variety of morphological characteristics, including foliose structures that resemble flat leaves, crustose structures that resemble flake crystals, fruticose branches that have short, leafless branches, and leprose-powder-like appearances. Due to their therapeutic potential, lichens …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Anthropogenic Land Use Change Detection in a Kashmir Himalayan Watershed – A Remote Sensing and GIS Approach
Abstract: Watersheds are ubiquitous units that can be seen as the physical foundation of the nation. They have long been recognized as desirable units for planning and implementing developmental programs. Human impact on the watersheds is increasing day by day. The alteration of land use pattern in the Himalayan watersheds is increasing the vulnerability of these inherently fragile ecosystems. The present study is conducted in a Himalayan watershed of Lidder catchment …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Landscape Characterization in a Watershed of Western Himalayan Ecoregion
Abstract: The study was carried out in Kalsa watershed of Western Himalayan Ecoregion to quantify the landscape structure with special reference to different forest ecosystems. Vegetation and land use map generated using satellite remote sensing data was taken as an input for quantification of landscape structure, which was quantified based on different patch attributes (number, area, shape complexity) and landscape indices viz., Euclidean nearest neighbor distance and contagion. Temperate broadleaf forest …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Geospatial Analysis of Biomass Distribution in Relation to Topography, Disturbance and Biological Richness in Forests of Kumaun Himalaya
Abstract: Biomass in forests of Kumaun Himalaya has been estimated using field sampling and remote sensing technique. Spatial distribution of biomass has been mapped and analyzed with reference to the topography, disturbance and biodiversity regimes. Biomass obtained in Kumaun Himalaya has been categorized in different classes from low to high biomass values. High biomass class (> 400 t ha-1) and moderate biomass class (300-400 t ha-1) showed 72% and 67% area, …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 46–57 Read article