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Meet of Mountain States, Indian Mountain Initiative, Central Himalayan Environment Association, New Delhi, March 19, 2013
Posted on 29 Jan, 2013 02:36 PM
Organizers
Understanding how to predict where the next landslide will happen in Sikkim - An analysis using the status report for initiating landslide studies by the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology
Posted on 29 Jan, 2013 01:57 PMThis report presents information about the status of landslides in Sikkim. It was commissioned by the Department of Science and Technology and authored by the Wadia Institute of Geology. It draws upon several archives including that of the Directorate of Geology and Mining, Government of Sikkim. The report also presents recommendations for preparing an action plan for undertaking landslide studies.
CPHEEO invites Expression of Interest from reputed consultancy organizations for preparation of manual on storm water drainage systems - Apply by February 20, 2013
Posted on 29 Jan, 2013 12:09 PM
The Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India, is in the process of preparation of Manual on Storm Water Drainage systems, so as to guide the public health engineers across the country in designing and operation and maintenance of Storm Water Drainage systems. To facilitate the process, Ministry intends to invite Expression of Interest (EoI) from resourceful agencies to provide support services to the Expert Committee in the preparation of manual.
Scope of work
The agency has to draft contents of Manual as advised by the Expert Committee and has also to edit, browse and download relevant contents of the various manuals across the globe in the field and incorporate useful material in the proposed manual after studying and analysing the same suiting to Indian conditions. Agency has also to conduct meetings, preparing agenda, editing and circulating the comments of the meetings, as well as comments received from Members, to all concerned and incorporating the comments in the manual, thus, leading to preparation of Manual complete in all respects.
The Global Development Network announces the Global Development Awards and Medals Competition, 2012 - Apply by March 11, 2013
Posted on 29 Jan, 2013 10:05 AM
About Global Development Network
Global Development Network (GDN) is an International Organization that supports research in economics and social sciences in developing countries, and connects researchers and development research institutes globally. Founded in 1999, GDN is headquartered in New Delhi, with offices in Cairo and Washington D.C.
The Global Development Awards and Medals Competition
The Global Development Awards and Medals Competition is an innovative award scheme launched by GDN with generous support from the Ministry of Finance, Government of Japan, and other donors. Since its inception in 2000, GDN has provided US$ 3.6 million in research and travel grants to finalists and winners. Winners are chosen by an eminent jury at 14th GDN’s Global Development Conference; an event attended by over 500 practitioners in the field of development to whom the finalists present their proposals/papers.
Competition categories
The competition accepts submissions in three categories:
Category 1: Japanese Award for Most Innovative Development Project (MIDP)
MIDP is a competitive grant program that provides development practitioners with the opportunity to compete for grants worth US$ 45,000 to help scale up their innovative project*. The grants are awarded to projects and/or non-governmental organizations that are supporting improved service delivery, in particular, innovative approaches and meet certain set criteria.
First Prize: US$ 30,000; Second Prize: US$ 10,000; Third Prize: US$ 5,000
Delhi’s draft water policy released - Roundup of the week’s news (January 21 -27, 2013)
Posted on 28 Jan, 2013 08:14 PMDelhi’s draft water policy
Delhi Sustainable Development Summit - The global challenge of resource efficient growth and development, New Delhi, January 31-February2, 2013
Posted on 28 Jan, 2013 03:17 PM
Venue
Taj Palace Hotel
Sardar Patel Marg
Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri
New Delhi 110 021, India
About DSDS
Assessment of exposure, intake and toxicity of fluoride from groundwater sources in Unnao district of Uttar Pradesh
Posted on 28 Jan, 2013 01:40 PMFluoride is one of the most commonly found elements in the earth’s crust. It is naturally found d in water and helps in healthy tooth development and cavity prevention. However its high concentration in water can be harmful to human health. The amount of Fluoride (F) occurring naturally in groundwater is governed principally by climate, composition of the host rock, and hydrogeology. As per the World Health Organization and Indian Council of Medical Research the permissible limit to fluoride in drinking water is 1.5mg/L. Anything more than this value can cause fluorosis (dental and skeletal), which can affect the bones and teeth. In the backdrop of this aspect of water quality, this paper in RASĀYAN Journal of Chemistry, tries to assess the exposure to fluoride through drinking water consumption and to elucidate fluoride endemic areas through mapping in Unnao district of Uttar Pradesh.
TISS and UNICEF, Maharashtra jointly offer Post-Graduate diploma in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) - Apply by February 28, 2013
Posted on 28 Jan, 2013 01:17 PM
Offered by
Tata Institute of Social Sciences and UNICEF, Maharashtra
About TISS
The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) was established in 1936, as Sir Dorabji Tata Graduate School of Social Work, a post-graduate school of social work of national stature to meet the emerging need for trained human service professionals.
Centre for Water Policy, Regulation, and Governance, School of Habitat Studies, and School of Rural Development, Tuljapur with UNICEF, Maharashtra jointly offer Post-Graduate Diploma in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)
Just how large is MGNREGA: Making sense of the numbers
Posted on 28 Jan, 2013 12:12 PMThe lyrically named MGNREGA is India's flagship programme and the worlds largest employment guarantee scheme. No doubt, other superlatives can also be added to it. But just how large is India's top flagship programme? This article tries to understand the numbers.
Wastewater management: A case study of Tiruchirapalli city in Tamil Nadu
Posted on 28 Jan, 2013 11:43 AMAny form of liquid waste discharged by domestic residents, industries, agriculture and commercial establishments into water is called a wastewater. This water contains different quantities of contaminants which pollutes water and makes it unfit for any productive or domestic use. Set against the backdrop of dire need for effective and efficient management of wastewater, this paper is a case study of Tiruchirapalli city in Tamil Nadu. The analysis provided in the paper is an outcome of the field work carried out in the city, which emphasises for developing a strategy for the management of wastewater.