ID: 65860
Title: Artificial intelligence for crop yield prediction: a bibliometric analysis
Author: M. Lokeshwari, Girish Kumar Jha, K. V. Praveen and Anshu Bharadwaj
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (10) 1245-1253 25 May (2024)
Subject: Artificial intelligence for crop yield prediction: a bibliometric analysis
Keywords: Artificial intelligence, bibliometric analysis, crop yield prediction, deep learning, machine learning, remote sensing, VOSviewer.
Abstract: The synergy between artificial intelligence (AI) and
agricultural sciences has garnered substantial attention, especially in the realm of crop yield prediction.
The present bibliometric analysis examines the worldwide research trends about the application of AI in
predicting crop yields. The global literature on crop
yield prediction using AI published between 1997 and
2022 is searched in the Scopus database. Five hundred
and forty research articles were used to compile the analysis; they were located in the Scopus database and processed through the VOSviewer. Our research reveals a
significant surge in scholarly publications, particularly focusing on countries including China, the United States,
India and Canada. These research endeavours aim to
apply AI methodologies for forecasting agricultural
produce yields in tandem with developments in remote
sensing technologies that facilitate more accurate yield
predictions. These insights offer a valuable reference
for researchers and illuminate potential directions for
future investigations in the domain of AI-based crop
yield prediction
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2010, pp. 1–8.
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I. H., Applying machine learning to agricultural data. Comput.
Electron. Agric., 1995, 12, 275–293.
Literature cited 2: Xu, X. et al., Design of an integrated climatic assessment indicator
(ICAI) for wheat production: a case study in Jiangsu Province,
China. Ecol. Indic., 2019, 101, 943–953.
Filippi, P. et al., An approach to forecast grain crop yield using
multi-layered, multi-farm data sets and machine learning. Precis.
Agric., 2019, 20, 1015–1029.
ID: 65859
Title: Rock magnetism and preliminary archaeointensity results from Harappa potsherds, India
Author: E. Sai Krishna, M. Venkateshwarlu, M. R. Kapawar , P. D. Sabale , N. Ramesh Babu and V. S. Shinde
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (10) 1236-1244 25 May (2024)
Subject: Rock magnetism and preliminary archaeointensity results from Harappa potsherds, India
Keywords: Archaeointensity, IZZI protocol, potsherds, Rakhigarhi, rock magnetism.
Abstract: New archaeointensity results from the Indian archaeological excavation at the historical Harappa Rakhigarhi
site, India, dating from the third millennium BC, are
reported. Fifteen samples from nine potsherd fragments were collected and subjected to the IZZI Thellier
palaeointensity method. Detailed rock magnetic measurements were performed on representative potsherds.
Rock magnetic properties indicate that magnetite is the
dominant carrier of remanent magnetization. Archaeointensity values range from 23.65 ± 1.23 µT to 41.22 ±
1.82 µT (mean 32.64 ± 0.81 µT), while corresponding
virtual axial dipole movements range from 5.06 to
10.60 × 1022 Am2 (mean 8.11 × 1022 Am2
).
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Literature cited 1: Aitken, M. and Weaver, G., Magnetic dating: some archaeomagnetic
measurements in Britain. Archaeometry, 1962, 5, 4–18.
Tarduno, J. A. et al., Antiquity of the south Atlantic anomaly and
evidence for top-down control on the geodynamo. Nat. Commun.,
2015, 6, 7865; doi:10.1038/ncomms8865.
Literature cited 2: Davies, C. and Constable, C., Geomagnetic spikes on the core-mantle
boundary. Nat. Commun., 2017, 8, 15593; http://doi:10.1038/
ncomms15593.
Korte, M., Donadini, F. and Constable, C., Geomagnetic field for
0–3 ka: 2. A new series of time-varying global models. Geochem.
Geophys. Geosyst., 2009, 10, Q06008; http://doi:10.1029/2008GC002297.
ID: 65858
Title: Barren Island volcano: a multi-source analysis of two decades of volcanic activity
Author: Karishma Choudhary , Goutham Krishna Teja Gunda, Mijanur Ansary, Mamta Chauhan , Yateesh Ketholia and D. S. Manjula
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (10) 1225-1235 25 May (2024)
Subject: Barren Island volcano: a multi-source analysis of two decades of volcanic activity
Keywords: Andaman Sea, Barren Island volcano, FIRMS, SO2, satellite observations, volcanic radiative power.
Abstract: Barren Island volcano is the only active stratovolcano
within Indian territory. Following the 2004 Indian
Ocean earthquake, which had a magnitude of 9.3 Mw,
the volcano gained global attention due to its sudden
unrest and violent behaviour. It has been intermittently
active since then, between 2005 and 2022. Due to the
remote location and inaccessibility of the volcano, Earth
Observation technology is the only feasible approach
for regular monitoring. The present study utilizes satellite
images and their derived products, such as volcanic
radiative power, fire information for resource management system, and SO2 data, to understand various
volcanic features and assess the volcanic characteristics
and patterns during the active phases over the last two
decades. The results demonstrated the effectiveness of
the multi-source satellite datasets in monitoring India’s
lone active volcano.
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Literature cited 1: Peter, J., Remote sensing observations for volcano monitoring and
hazard mitigation. Int. Arch. Photogramm. Remote Sensing, 2000,
XXXIII (Part B7), 905–910.
Coppola, D. et al., Thermal remote sensing for global volcano
monitoring: experiences from the MIROVA system. Front. Earth
Sci., 2020, 7, 362.
Literature cited 2: Gunda, G. K. T., Chauhan, M., Ansary, M., Chauhan, P., Goud, S.,
Batham, A. and Sankaran, B., Volcanic ash modelling of Barren Island Volcano, India, using satellite data. J. Indian Soc. Remote
Sensing, 2023, 1–17.
Gunda, G. K. T. et al., Modelling of volcanic ash with HYSPLIT
and satellite observations: a case study of the 2018 Barren Island
volcano eruption event, Andaman territory, India. Curr. Sci., 2021,
121(4), 529–538
ID: 65857
Title: Sustainable fodder production in South Asia through silvopastoral systems
Author: Sumit Sow , Shivani Ranjan, Navnit Kumar , Nilanjaya , Harun Gitari , Parmeswar Dayal and Sanjay Kumar
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (10) 1217-1224 25 May (2024)
Subject: Sustainable fodder production in South Asia through silvopastoral systems
Keywords: Climate change, environmental sustainability, fodder, livestock, silvopastoral system.
Abstract: Silvopasture is a farming practice involving the integration of tree and livestock grazing operations on the
same land. Intensive management of these systems enables them to generate short and long-term economic returns from forest products and forage. Silvopastoral
systems have been considered to increase efficiency
while reducing the environmental burden and extreme
ranching/animal husbandry systems. Over the past few
years, there has been a rapid accumulation of scientific
evidence supporting the role of silvopasture in meeting
the fundamental needs of not only humans but also the
animal population in the era of climate change. In
South Asian countries like India, the silvopastoral system
can be a viable option to provide balanced food as well
as shelter for the livestock. This review aims to provide
a critical and systematic evaluation of the scientific literature about the effect of different silvopasture systems
on the fodder production, environment and performance
of livestock, especially in the context of South Asia. We
conducted a search using PubMed, Scopus, Science Direct, Web of Science and Google Scholar to identify the
key literature on the theme. A total of 98 manuscripts
underwent a four-step PRISMA appraisal process, resulting in the final selection. This process resulted in a final
sample of 56 articles, which were used to explore the
potential for long-term improvement in fodder quality
through expanding the silvopastoral system. One of the
key conclusions is that by improving the social acceptability of these silvopastoral systems and also addressing the challenges, their economic and environmental
sustainability can be further enhanced.
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Literature cited 1: GoI, Economic Survey, Government of India, 2021–2022. 2021, p.
250; https://www.indiabudget.gov (accessed on 14 August 2023).
Naik, P. K., Swain, B. K. and Singh, N. P., Production and utilisation of hydroponics fodder. Indian J. Anim. Nu
Literature cited 2: Sangameswaran, R. and Ramesh, K., Exploring the strategies for
climate smart livestock production in India: opportunities and challenges. Climate Change Environ. Sustain., 2021, 9(1), 101–106.
Lerner, A. M., Zuluaga, A. F., Chará, J., Etter, A. and Searchinger,
T., Sustainable cattle ranching in practice: moving from theory to
planning in Colombia’s livestock sector. Environ. Manage., 2017,
60, 176–184; doi:10.1007/s00267-017-0902-8.
ID: 65856
Title: Revolutionizing agriculture: role of agricultural mechanization and global trends in farming technology
Author: Neeru Bhooshan, M. S. Raman, Sakshi Gupta, Geetika Suyal, Amarjeet Singh and Akriti Sharma
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (10) 1209-1216 25 May (2024)
Subject: Revolutionizing agriculture: role of agricultural mechanization and global trends in farming technology
Keywords: Farm mechanization, IPC technologies, patents, prominent assignor, XLPAT database
Abstract: Agricultural mechanization plays a pivotal role in transforming the farming sector across the globe.
The number of patents granted in the field of agricultural mechanization hold significance as they
encourage innovation, protect intellectual property and drive technological advancements. The present study examined patents data collected from XLPAT database, wherein 500,000 records out of
which 479,010 patent grants/applications were considered. Trajectory of patents during COVID
pandemic showed there was an apparent downturn in both the quantity of patent applications submitted and the number of patents officially granted. Developed countries have exhibited varying
trends in agricultural mechanization and patent activities. China, the United States and India stand
as examples. China has rapidly adopted mechanization in its agriculture, contributing to higher
yields and efficiency. The United States has a long history of mechanized farming, and its advancements in this field have greatly impacted global agriculture. The standardization of reaping and
threshing offer better agricultural equipments by agricultural startups. Expansion of patents in farm
mechanization has led to increased productivity, resource efficiency, equity for small and marginal
holders, affordability, eco-consciousness and food security.
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Literature cited 1: Afridi, F., Bishnu, M. and Mahajan, K., Gender and mechanization:
evidence from Indian agriculture. Am. J. Agric. Econ., 2023, 105,
52–75; https://doi.org/10.1111/ajae.12315.
Jha, S. N., Singh, K., Mehta, C., Kotwaliwale, N., Saxena, S.,
Shakyawar, D. and Sharma, K., Achievements in agricultural engineering in independent India. Indian Agriculture after Independence, Indian Council Agricultural Research, New Delhi, India,
2022, 1st edn, pp. 282–310.
Literature cited 2: Banerjee, S. and Punekar, R. M., A sustainability-oriented design
approach for agricultural machinery and its associated service ecosystem development. J. Clean Prod., 2020, 264, 121642; https://
doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2020.121642.
Mehta, C. R., Chandel, N. S. and Rajwade, Y. A., Smart farm
mechanization for sustainable Indian agriculture. Ama Agric. Mech
Asia Af., 2020, 51, 99–105; https://www.researchgate.net/publication/348234345.
ID: 65855
Title: Unveiling the importance of small-scale and seasonal wetlands: policy imperatives for groundwater sustainability in India
Author: Priyanka Sarkar Robert Luetkemeier
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (10) 1206-1208 25 May (2024)
Subject: Unveiling the importance of small-scale and seasonal wetlands: policy imperatives for groundwater sustainability in India
Keywords: None
Abstract: Groundwater (GW) – the largest distributed
storage of freshwater worldwide (although
not uniformly) – accounts for approximately
99% of all the freshwater on Earth1
. In
addition to the crucial ecological and hydrological significance, GW is central to
various aspects of human development including a source of water for drinking and
other domestic uses, food production, thus
contributing to overall human well-being2
.
Globally, at least 1.7 billion people live in
areas experiencing over-exploitation of GW
and an unknown number are experiencing
problems related to lowering of the water
table, GW pollution, land surface subsidence, saltwater intrusion in coastal regions,
decoupling of GW-dependent ecosystems
and long-distance telecoupling effects3–5
.
The 2022 UN World Water Development
Report has identified intensive abstraction
as the leading cause of long-term depletion
of GW, with the Asia-Pacific region as the
largest GW abstractor worldwide
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Literature cited 1: United Nations, The United Nations World
Water Development Report 2022 –
Groundwater: making the invisible visible.
UNESCO, Paris, 2022; https://www.unwater.org/publications/un-world-water-development-report-2022.
Velis, M., Conti, K. I. and Biermann, F.,
Sustain. Sci., 2017, 12, 1007–1017; https://
doi.org/10.1007/s11625-017-0490-9.
Literature cited 2: Gleeson, T., Wada, Y., Bierkens, M. F. P.,
and Van Beek, L. P. H., Nature, 2012, 488,
197–200; https://doi.org/10.1038/nature11295.
Lall, U., Josset, L. and Russo, T., Annu.
Rev. Environ. Resour., 2020, 45, 171–194;
https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-environ102017-025800.
ID: 65854
Title: Quantum technology for transforming healthcare in India
Author: Deepika Verma, Ravneet Kaur, Naveen and Kashmir Singh
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (10) 1201-1203 25 May (2024)
Subject: Quantum technology for transforming healthcare in India
Keywords: None
Abstract: Globally quantum-based labs are actively engaged in biomedical research. Although Indian healthcare industry
is a major economic sector that has dedicated government budgets, Indian quantum healthcare initiative lags
compared to global efforts. To reap the benefits of quantum technology (QT) in healthcare, India needs a policy
framework. The key policy recommendations include allocating funds for QT based research projects, encouraging collaborations among researchers and healthcare professionals, investing in infrastructure set up, promoting public–private partnerships, developing international collaborations, efficient policies for intellectual
property protection and establishing Centers of Excellence dedicated to QT focused on healthcare. The implementation of such policies can fast-track the integration of QT into India’s healthcare system, addressing challenges and promoting innovation.
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Literature cited 1: Schleich, W. P. et al., Appl. Phys. B, 2016,
122, 1–31.
Biancone, P., Secinaro, S., Marseglia, R.
and Calandra, D., Technovation, 2023,
120, 102406
Literature cited 2: Drago, C., Gatto, A., and Ruggeri, M.,
Technovation, 2023, 120, 102417.
Bison, G. et al., Appl. Phys. Lett., 2009,
95, 173701.
ID: 65853
Title: Public policy: a key factor for national prosperity and sustainability
Author: Vedpal S. Malik
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (10) 1199-1200
25 May (2024)
Subject: Public policy: a key factor for national prosperity and sustainability
Keywords: None
Abstract: Science plays a crucial role in industrial and economic growth of the country, yet some countries have ineffective policies that impede their scientific progress. A country’s success hinges on its ability to cultivate education, science, technology and innovation. For instance, updating the educational curriculum to emphasize
mathematics, calculus and statistics could facilitate the advancement of artificial intelligence, a new revolution
in the making. China’s government has adopted capitalism and modernization, resulting in remarkable development. However, science also presents new challenges for legal and scientific institutions, particularly in the
fields of biology and information technology. Science does not always yield facts that everyone concurs on,
which can engender problems for the law. Therefore, law and science should collaborate to find common
ground, without generating conflicts. This can assist the public, lawmakers, judges and the policymakers in
making better decisions
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ID: 65852
Title: Neem (Azadirachta indica A. Juss.) die-back disease – a report
Author: V. Kavi Sidharthan A. Muthu Kumar
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (10) 1193-1194 25 May (2024)
Subject: Neem (Azadirachta indica A. Juss.) die-back disease – a report
Keywords: None
Abstract: Neem (Azadirachta indica A. Juss.), commonly known as ‘Indian lilac’ is an indigenous eco-friendly tree species that grows
in a wide range of climatic and edaphic
conditions and is regarded as one of the
valuable genetic resources of India1
.
Though valued for its antimicrobial properties and resistance to pathogen attack,
neem is prone to several fungal and bacterial diseases. Phomopsis azadirachtae is
the causal agent of neem die-back disease,
which was first reported by Bhat et al.
2 in
1998 in southern part of India from the
state of Karnataka. The disease is characterized by downward drying of branches
starting from the terminal region and progressive tree dying results in tree death.
Management methods were worked out
and reported; however, association of P.
azadirachtae (die-back pathogen) with tea
mosquito bug and other fungi in disease
causation remains unexplored.
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Literature cited 1: Uchegbu, M., Okoli, I., Esonu, B. and Iloeje,
M., Res. J. Med. Plant, 2011, 5(3), 230–245.
Bhat, S. S. et al., Curr. Sci., 1998, 74(1),
17–19.
Literature cited 2: Fathima, S, K., Bhat, S. S. and Girish, K.,
Indian Phytopath., 2004, 57(1), 30–33.
Islas, J. F., Acosta, E., Buentello, Z. G.,
Gallegos, J. L. D., Trevino, M. G. N., Escalante, B. and Cuevas, J. E. M., J. Funct.
Foods, 2020, 74, 104171; https://doi.org/
10.1016/j.jff.2020.104171
ID: 65851
Title: Georesources and geohazards in the Himalaya: a way forward for economy and ecology
Author: Kalachand Sain
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (10) 1191-1192 25 May (2024)
Subject: Georesources and geohazards in the Himalaya: a way forward for economy and ecology
Keywords: None
Abstract: There are a variety of resources available in the Himalaya:
snow and glaciers; springs and river systems; precious
minerals and ores; abundant renewable energy resources –
geothermal, wind and sunshine; hydrocarbons in thrustfold belts; medicinal plants and herbs; scenic beauty and
tourist attractions, which can be harnessed for socio-economy and agricultural advancement. Glaciers, snow and
mighty rivers are lifelines for tens of millions of people
for irrigation, drinking water, hydro-power, domestic usage
and industrial requirements. Thus, there are excellent opportunities for investment and development in terms of
constructing roads, bridges, tunnels and ropeways; building hydro-power projects and geothermal or hybrid energy
plants; developing agriculture and livestock farms; and
expanding micro-scale industries using available local resources.
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ID: 65850
Title: Soil organic carbon stock and erodibility indices under different land uses of Nagaland, India
Author: Gaurav Mishra , Abhishek Jangir and Benukantha Dash
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (9) 1166-1171 10 May (2024)
Subject: Soil organic carbon stock and erodibility indices under different land uses of Nagaland, India
Keywords: Forest, shifting cultivation, soil erosion, soil organic carbon, tea garden
Abstract: Soil erosion is one of the major environmental concerns, causing a reduction in soil carbon stock and soil
fertility. It is generally difficult to estimate soil erosion
in hilly terrains. To overcome this, different types of
erodibility indices are developed and used to describe
the intensity of soil erosion. The present study was
conducted in Nagaland state of northeast India, where
clay ratio (CR), modified clay ratio (MCR), critical
level of organic matter (CLOM) and erodibility factor
(K) were used to assess the severity of soil erosion under
different land uses. To study these, soil samples from
forest, jhum, fallow jhum and tea gardens were collected from 0 to 30 cm soil depth. The results showed
that sand and clay content were significantly different
under different land uses, while soil organic carbon
(SOC) and stocks followed the same trend, with maximum and minimum values under tea (60.55 t C ha–1
)
and jhum lands (40.74 t C ha–1
) respectively. Among the
different erodibility indices, only CR and MCR values
were found to be significantly different from each other.
Higher values of CR and MCR under jhum and fallow
jhum lands indicate that these land uses are more
prone to erosion. The present study provides a picture
of severity of soil erosion under different land uses in
Nagaland and recommends that CR and MCR can be
used to evaluate soil erosion in hilly terrain areas.
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Literature cited 1: Borrelli, P. et al., An assessment of the global impact of 21st century land use change on soil erosion. Nat. Commun., 2017, 8(1),
2013; https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-017-02142-7.
Ebabu, K. et al., Effects of land use and sustainable land management practices on runoff and soil loss in the Upper Blue Nile basin,
Ethiopia. Sci. Total Environ., 2019, 648, 1462–1475; https://doi.
org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2018.08.273.
Literature cited 2: Bhattacharyya, R. et al., Soil conservation issues in India. Sustainability, 2016, 8(6), 565; https://doi.org/10.3390/su8060565.
Kumar, K., Tripathi, S. K. and Bhatia, K. S. Erodibility characteristics of Rendhar watershed soils of Bundelkhand. Indian J. Soil Conserv., 1995, 23, 200–204.
ID: 65849
Title: Evaluation of the influence of land-use and land-cover changes on ecosystem services in Deepor Beel Ramsar Site using high resolution remote sensing
Author: Sameer Mandal, Kasturi Chakraborty and Biman Kr. Dutta
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (9) 1159-1165 10 May (2024)
Subject: Evaluation of the influence of land-use and land-cover changes on ecosystem services in Deepor Beel Ramsar Site using high resolution remote sensing
Keywords: Land-use/land-cover change, remote sensing, image segmentation, wetland ecosystem service value.
Abstract: It is important to assess the rapid land-use/land-cover
change (LULCC) and its impact on ecosystem service
value (ESV), affecting the socio-economic and climatic
stabilization of wetlands. In this study, a multi-resolution
image segmentation and k-nearest neighbours algorithm were used for the thematic classification of satellite
images of 2003 and 2018 in the Deepor Beel wetland, a
lake of international significance. A notable increase in
built-up areas was observed from 9.07 to 32.19 sq. km
during this period. Proximity analysis in the 500 m
buffer from the Deepor Beel boundary revealed an
increasing built-up areas in close proximity. The ESV
evaluation estimated a net decrease in the monetary
value of 4.85 × 104 USD of the wetland for the respective
years. The study recommends strict demarcation of
zones of influence on the ground and regular monitoring
of LULCC to protect important wetlands and preserve
their ecosystem services
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Literature cited 1: Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, Global Wetland Outlook: State of
the World’s Wetlands and their Services to People, Ramsar Convention Secretariat, Gland, Switzerland, 2018.
Xu, T. et al., Wetlands of International Importance: status, threats,
and future protection. Int. J. Environ. Res. Publ. Health, 2019,
16(10), 1818.
Literature cited 2: Kingsford, R. T. et al., Ramsar wetlands of international importance –
improving conservation outcomes. Front. Environ. Sci., 2021, 9,
643367.
Ramsar Convention Secretariat, The Fourth Ramsar Strategic Plan
2016–2024, Ramsar handbooks for the Wise Use of Wetlands,
Ramsar Convention Secretariat, Gland, Switzerland, 2016, vol. 2,
5th edn, p. 54
ID: 65848
Title: Decoding the copulation and courtship patterns of an invasive pest, Spodoptera frugiperda (J. E. Smith, 1797) from India
Author: N. Ramya , Vinod K. Padala, D. Sagar, J. S. Rupali , Hemant Kumar , R. Reshma , Priya Yadav and S. Subramanian
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (9) 1152-1158 10 May (2024)
Subject: Decoding the copulation and courtship patterns of an invasive pest, Spodoptera frugiperda (J. E. Smith, 1797) from India
Keywords: Calling behaviour, copulation, fall armyworm, mating frequency, scotophase.
Abstract: Experiments were conducted to study and document the
copulation duration and effect of mating on the female
calling behaviour of the Indian population of an invasive pest, Spodoptera frugiperda (J.E. Smith). Results
showed that 58.39% of the females exhibited calling in
the absence of males and 88.18% of females in the
presence of males on the first scotophase. The onset
time of calling was early in females when males were
present. Calling length and calling bouts varied significantly with an increase in the age of virgin females,
while in multiple-mated females, the trend was different. The copulation duration of S. frugiperda varied
between 78.00 ± 7.35 min and 197.14 ± 11.06 min. The
copulation duration and percentage of females mated
were maximum in the second scotophase. The fecundity of multiple-mated females ranged between 841 and
1849 with a mean of 1176 ± 113 eggs per female, while
in single-mated females, it ranged between 476 and
1368 with a mean of 878 ± 175 eggs per female. Our
results indicated that the calling and mating took place
in the first scotophase and were at a peak in the second
scotophase. This information can be used in formulating biorational molecules, which can modulate calling
behaviour and improve mating disruption in S. frugiperda for its management.
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Literature cited 1: Silva, A. G. A., Goncalves, C. R. and Galvao, D. M., Quarto
Catálogo dos Insetos que Vivem nas Plantas do Brasil: Seus Parasitos e Predadores, Parte II, tomo 1o, Insetos, hospedeiros e inimigos
naturais. Ministério da Agricultura, Rio de Janeiro, Brasil, 1968.
Ferguson, D. C., Hilburn, D. J. and Wright, B., The Lepidoptera of
Bermuda: their food plants, biogeography, and means of dispersal.
Mem. Ent. Soc., 1991, 123, 158.
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(Lepidoptera: Noctuidae). Philadelphia: Ann. Entomol. Soc Am.,
2002, 43, 1–202.
Murua, M. G., Vera, M. T. and Abraham, S., Fitness and mating
compatibility of Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae)
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ID: 65847
Title: Energy use pattern and greenhouse gas emission of winter vegetables: insights from Chotanagpur Plateau region, India
Author: Bikash Sarkar , S. S. Mali , Pawan Jeet , P. K. Sundaram , A. P. Anurag , Ujjwal Kumar , Anil Kumar Singh , A. Upadhyaya , Anirban Mukherjee , Pinaki Roy and B. P. Bhatt
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (9) 1143-1151 10 May (2024)
Subject: Energy use pattern and greenhouse gas emission of winter vegetables: insights from Chotanagpur Plateau region, India
Keywords: Chotanagpur Plateau, energy pattern, energy use efficiency, GHG emissions, vegetable production
Abstract: The study investigated energy use efficiency (EUE) and
greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for winter vegetable
production in India’s Chotanagpur Plateau region, focusing on garden peas and potatoes. Data from vegetable
growers revealed garden peas required 6564.29 MJ/ha,
primarily from human energy (25.56%), farmyard
manure (21.33%), seed (20.15%) and diesel (12.22%). For
potatoes, the energy requirement was 40,282.29 MJ/ha,
with fertilizer (42.30%), chemicals (24.43%), and seed
(16.98%) major contributors. EUE was 9.80 for garden
peas and 1.11 for potatoes. GHG emissions were 718.32
and 369.69 kg CO2 eq./ha for garden peas and potatoes
respectively. Promoting small farm machinery and
optimizing resource management could enhance energy
efficiency and reduce GHG emissions. Sustainable
farming practices are crucial for mitigating energy use
and GHG emissions in the region’s vegetable production,
urging further research for effective strategies
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
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ID: 65846
Title: Effective utilization of RISAT-1A multi-mode satellite data for near real time flood mapping and monitoring: case study and implementation at the national level
Author: A. V. Suresh Babu, Y. V. Sai Bhageerath, K. H. V. Durga Rao, K. Sreenivas and Prakash Chauhan
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 126 (9) 1134-1142 10 May (2024)
Subject: Effective utilization of RISAT-1A multi-mode satellite data for near real time flood mapping and monitoring: case study and implementation at the national level
Keywords: Flood damage assessment, flood disaster, flood mapping, RISAT-1A, synthetic aperture radar data.
Abstract: Flooding is a recurring issue in India, affecting 10–15
states annually during monsoon season and coastal regions due to cyclones. Microwave satellite data from
SAR sensors like RISAT-1A, launched in February 2022,
offers near real-time flood mapping crucial for relief
efforts. Various acquisition modes, including medium
resolution ScanSAR (MRS) mode, coarse resolution
ScanSAR (CRS) mode and fine resolution Strimap
(FRS) mode, provide suitable resolutions for flood
mapping. Case studies demonstrate the behaviour of
the backscatter coefficient in flood pixels, essential for
flood map preparation. Validation against optical datasets shows a high accuracy of 91% in CRS, 94% in
MRS and 94% in FRS, which is acceptable for near
real-time mapping. The 67 and 91 flood maps were
generated in 2022 and 2023 respectively, aiding state
and central disaster management
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
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