InIntroduction Research and development of cleaner and more efficient vehicle technologies has been ongoing for the past few decades. Much of this research started in response to the oil shocks of the 1970s, which triggered concerns about rising fuel costs and growing dependence on imported fuel. The urgency of those concerns was lost as fuel … Read more
Introduction Locust swarms are infamous for voraciously feeding on agricultural crops, trees, and other plants. In fact, this feeding can devastate crops and grasses grown for people and livestock. This can cause famine and starvation in communities that depend on their crops for survival. Hence, According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, the destructive power … Read more
World Environment Day, hosted by Colombia this 2020, in partnership with Germany is the most renowned day for environmental action. Since 1974, it has been celebrated every year on 5 June. The day engages governments, businesses, celebrities and citizens to focus their efforts on a pressing environmental issue. The foods we eat, the air we … Read more
Van Mahotsav, literally stands for ‘Forest’ (van) and ‘Festival’ (Mahotsav). It is a Hindi Word which means ‘Tree Festival’. It is celebrated every year in the country in a bid to raise awareness about the importance of trees. Usually held from July 1 to 7, the festival finds mass participation of people, including government agencies, civic bodies … Read more