A village in Himachal Pradesh got the status of ideal village

On dated 20 Jan, 2025 , a significant milestone was achieved in the quest for sustainable development in Himachal Pradesh with the laying of the foundation stone for a Model Resilient Village in Sil/Sunani. This initiative, aimed at bolstering community resilience against environmental challenges, marks a pivotal moment in the state’s commitment to integrating modernity with ecological sustainability. The project reflects a comprehensive approach to rural development, focusing on enhancing resilience to natural calamities, improving infrastructure, and promoting sustainable livelihoods. Through the use of innovative building techniques and materials, the…

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Digitisation of Historical Archives at the Colaba Research Centre of the Indian Institute of Geomagnetism

The Colaba Research Centre, a prominent establishment of the Indian Institute of Geomagnetism (IIG), is on the threshold of a significant advancement in the field of geophysical research. With the announcement of its initiative to digitise archived data sets from the more than 180-year-old geomagnetic observatory, the Centre is not only preserving a rich repository of scientific knowledge but also enhancing accessibility for contemporary and future research endeavors. The Colaba Observatory, established in the 19th century, has been a crucial site for geomagnetic studies, contributing invaluable data to the scientific…

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