ID: 65710
Title: Identification of bacterial endosymbionts in rice weevil, Sitophilus oryzae Linnaeus (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) populations of North India
Author: P. Kaundal , K.G. Padwal , S. Premkumari , S. Chakravarty and C.P. Srivastava
Editor: Dr. Sumati Gaumat
Year: 2024
Publisher: Triveni Enterprises, Lucknow, India
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Biology Vol 45 (1) Jan. 24 page 47-53 2024.
Subject: Identification of bacterial endosymbionts in rice weevil, Sitophilus oryzae Linnaeus (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) populations of North India
Keywords: 16S rRNA, Co-infection, Endosymbionts, Rice weevil, Sitophilus oryzae
Abstract: Reducing food loss and waste is recognized globally as
an opportunity to combat food and nutritional insecurity and
advance towards sustainable development. India, despite being
one of the largest producers of food grains in the world (Vignesh et
al., 2018), exhibits a relatively low ranking of 107 out of 121
countries on the Global Hunger Index for 2022. One of the primary
causes for the same is post-harvest losses of food grains, which
amount to 12 to 16 million metric tons each year in the country,
inflicting huge monetary losses of over Rs. 50,000 crores
(Chakraborty et al., 2021). Damage caused by stored grain insect
pests are one of the major factors for such losses. The genus
Sitophilus belonging to the order Coleoptera and family
Curculionidae, comprises a group of species that are
economically significant as stored grain pests all over the world.
The rice weevil, Sitophilus oryzae Linnaeus is one of the most
significant and damaging pest species of this genus. It is highly
polyphagous and has been known to damage several stored
cereals including rice, wheat, maize, sorghum, barley, and
products derived from them (Mehta and Kumar, 2020).
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Management of stored grain pests – novel strategies. J. Adv. Res.
Agri. Sci. Tech., 4, 25-32 (2021).
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of the related weevil species Sitophilus oryzae and S. zeamais in
Brazil. Insect Sci., 20, 763-770 (2013)
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and G.D. Hurst: The diversity of reproductive parasites among
arthropods: Wolbachia do not walk alone. BMC Biol., 6, 27(2008).
Fukatsu, T. and N. Nikoh: Endosymbiotic microbiota of the bamboo
pseudococcid Antonina crawii (Insecta, Homoptera). Appl.
Environ. Microbiol., 66, 643-650 (2000).
ID: 65709
Title: Comparative Analysis: Larvicidal efficacy of traditional Saudi Arabian herbs and boric acid against Aedes aegypti larvae, the Dengue fever vector
Author: S.E. Sharawi
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2024
Publisher: Triveni Enterprises, Lucknow, India
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Biology Vol 45 (1) Jan. 24 page 36-46 2024.
Subject: Comparative Analysis: Larvicidal efficacy of traditional Saudi Arabian herbs and boric acid against Aedes aegypti larvae, the Dengue fever vector
Keywords: Aedes aegypti, Biological control, Boric acid,Plant extract
Abstract: Mosquitoes (Culicidae family) distinguish themselves as
significant disease vectors within the order Diptera, affecting both
human and veterinary health (Guzman et al., 2010). Their close
proximity to humans makes them a significant public health
concern, particularly in the regions like Saudi Arabia, where
dengue fever, transmitted by Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, is
endemic (Aziz et al., 2014). Recently, Tangsathapornpong and
Thisyakorn (2023), have reported a rising prevalence of dengue
fever in the Middle East, with a considerable number of reported
cases, emphasizing the urgency for effective control strategies.
Ae. aegypti, a highly efficient vector, spreads various diseases,
including Dengue fever, Zika virus, Chikungunya and Yellow
fever, posing substantial global public health threats (Gubler,
2011). The spread of these diseases is influenced by factors like
climate, urbanization, international travel, and mosquitoes'
adaptability to diverse environments amplifies their role in rapid
disease transmission. In outbreaks, the use of organophosphates
and insect growth regulators has demonstrated short-term
effectiveness. Rahuman et al. (2008), however, raised concerns
about the implications of their application on the environment and
health. Moreover, mosquitoes, like other insects, develop
resistance to these insecticides after exposure, necessitating
exploration of alternative methods.
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extraction and fractionation procedures for experimental
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update on the incidence of Dengue gaining strength in Saudi
Arabia and current control approaches for its vector mosquito.
Paras. Vect., 7, 258 (2014).
Bhami, L.C. and S.S.M. Das: Boric acid ovicidal trap for the management
of Aedes species. J. Vec. Borne. Dis., 52, 147–152 (2015)
ID: 65708
Title: Decomposition and nutrient release pattern of three potential leguminous green manure crops of Mizoram
Author: J. Jopir, K. Upadhyaya and P. Lalremsang
Editor: Dr. Sumati Gaumat
Year: 2024
Publisher: Triveni Enterprises, Lucknow, India
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Biology Vol 45 (1) Jan. 24 page 8-15 2024.
Subject: Decomposition and nutrient release pattern of three potential leguminous green manure crops of Mizoram
Keywords: Decomposition, Decay rate, Green manure, Legume, Nutrient release
Abstract: Over 50% of net primary production in terrestrial
environments is recycled into the soil by decomposition (Wardle
et al., 2004). Decomposition is a process that returns nutrients
and organic matter from plant vegetative parts to the soil. It
includes physiochemical and biological processes where the
organic matter is transformed into increasingly fine forms that act
as a source the plants utilize for their growth (Hasanuzzaman and
Hossain, 2014). The primary elements governing the litter
decomposition are the local climate, the quality of plant litter, and
the type and amount of decomposing organisms (GarciaPalacios et al., 2016). Three major elements that govern the
process of decomposition and nutrient release from organic
residues applied to soil in agricultural and natural systems are the
physical-chemical conditions of the environment, which are
influenced by climate and soil properties; the type of vegetation
that determines the quality and degradability of organic
substances; and the nature of soil micro-organisms and soil fauna
(Mangaravite et al., 2023).
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Literature cited 1: Abay, A., D. Singh and W. Haile: Initial litter chemical indices as selection
criteria of organic nutrient resources for enhancement of soil
fertility for small holder farmers in Southern Ethiopia. J. Agricul.
Sci. Technol., 5, 101-108 (2015).
Ahirwal, J., P. Saha, A. Nath, S. Deb and U.K. Sahoo: Forests litter dynamics and environmental patterns in the Indian Himalayan
region. Forest Ecol. Manag., 499, 119612 (2021).
Literature cited 2: Bockheim, J.G., E.A. Jepsen and D.M. Heisey: Nutrient dynamics in
decomposing leaf litter of four tree species on sandy soil in
northwestern Wisconsin. Cana. J. For. Res., 21, 803-812 (1991).
Bocock, K.L. and O.J. Gilbert: The disappearance of leaf litter under
different woodland conditions. Plant Soil, 9, 179-185 (1957)
ID: 65707
Title: New distribution records of the endemic pitcher plant, Nepenthes khasiana Hook. f. and identification of threats in Meghalaya, India
Author: A. Bhattacharya, S.G. Momin and P. Sarkar
Editor: Dr. Sumati Gaumat
Year: 2024
Publisher: Triveni Enterprises, Lucknow, India
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Biology Vol 45 (1) Jan. 24 page 1-7 2024.
Subject: New distribution records of the endemic pitcher plant, Nepenthes khasiana Hook. f. and identification of threats in Meghalaya, India
Keywords: Carnivorous plants, Endemic, Meghalaya, Nepenthes khasiana, Pitcher plant
Abstract: The present work documented the distribution of
pitcher plants in some new areas of the Garo, Khasi, and Jaintia
Hills of Meghalaya. The population of the pitcher plant is sharply
declining in Meghalaya due to various threat factors. Hence, the
conservation of pitcher plant need urgent attention. Therefore,
an action plan is required to safeguard the pitcher plant in these
habitats. Besides public awareness, stakeholder participation is
the paramount need of the hour to protect and preserve the plants. Further, new areas also need to be explored for the distribution of pitcher plants in
other areas of the state including intensive studies in Garo, Khasi and Jaintia Hills.
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Literature cited 1: Choudhury, A.: Range extension of Nepenthes khasiana in the Jaintia
Hills, Meghalaya. J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc., 97, 166–167(2000).
Cole, D.N.: Assessing and monitoring backcountry trail conditions.
Research paper INT–303, US Dept of Agriculture, Forest Service,
Intermountain Forest and Range Experiment Station, Ogden, UT,
USA(1983).
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mountain areas of North-west England. Environ. Conserv., 4,
145–148 (1977).
Cross, A.T., T.A. Krueger, P.M. Gonella, A.S. Robinson and A.S.
Fleischmann: Conservation of carnivorous plants in the age of
extinction. Glob. Ecol. Conserv., 24, e01272 (2020).
ID: 65706
Title: Metamorphosis of human health risk assessment with artificial intelligence (AI) - a new paradigm in pharmaco-toxicological sciences
Author: Professor Em. S. V. S. Rana
Editor: Dr. Sumati Gaumat
Year: 2024
Publisher: Triveni Enterprises, Lucknow, India
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Biology Vol 45 (1) Jan. 24 page vii-viii 2024.
Subject: Metamorphosis of human health risk assessment with artificial intelligence (AI) - a new paradigm in pharmaco-toxicological sciences
Keywords: None
Abstract: Toxicological Science, especially in the last five decades, has witnessed rapid evolution of different tools and techniques
developed to address diverse issues related to studies dealing with adverse health effects of a variety of poisons, drugs, chemicals, ever growing list of xenobiotics and human diseases. Traditionally these studies are performed using suitable animal (in vivo) models. There
was a time when toxicologists/pharmacologists were searching models alternate to animal toxicity testing (Doke and Dhawale, 2015).
Improved cell culture techniques, knowledge on stem cells and other microbiological systems led to the development of in vitro toxicology.
It was soon followed by DNA chips, micro fluidics, in silico toxicology, toxicogenomic and computational toxicology. Several platforms
are now discussing machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) together as future tools of computational toxicology. For
decades, quantitative structure-activity relationship (QSAR) methods have been employed to study the effects of drugs/chemicals (Cai
et al., 2022). However, AI methods for toxicity assessment ranging from ADMEtox to AI TOX provide evidence to the immense potential 4
of AI. Intriguingly, a few problems between theoretical developments and practice of AI by end users have been recognized.
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Parkinsons' disease symptoms: protocol for a systemic review. JMIR Res Protec., 12, e 46581 (2023).
Cabral, B.P., L.A.M. Braga, S.Syed-Abdul and F. B. Motaet: Future of artificial intelligence applications in cancer care: Aglobal cross sectional survey of
researchers. Curr. Oncol., 30, 3432-3446 (2023).
Literature cited 2: Cai, Z., M. Zafferani, O.M. Akande and A. E. Hargrove: Quantitative structure –activity relationship (QSAR) study predicts small –molecule binding to
RNAstructure. J. Med. Chem., 65, 7262-7277 (2022).
Chen, X., Y. A. Leung and J. Shen: Artificial intelligence and its application for cardiovascular diseases in Chinese medicine. Digital Chinese Med., 5,
367-376 (2022)
ID: 65705
Title: Biological invasion, biodiversity and people
Author: Surendra Singh Bargali
Editor: Dr. Sumati Gaumat
Year: 2024
Publisher: Triveni Enterprises, Lucknow, India
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Biology Vol 45 (1) Jan. 24 page iii-vi 2024.
Subject: Biological invasion, biodiversity and people
Keywords: None
Abstract: All the species on earth are interrelated. Till date approximately 1.75 million different species have been identified. This
includes 270,000 plants species, 950,000 insect species, 9,000 species of birds, 19,000 species of fish, and 4,000 mammal species. And
it is believed that, this is only a small fraction of the total biodiversity present on earth. There are millions more species which are yet to be
discovered. Ecosystems with rich biodiversity are considered to be healthy, strong and highly resistant (Bargali et al., 1993; Sharma et al.,
2005; Khatri, 2023). However, the current world is facing a suite of vital challenges including climate change, biodiversity loss,
environmental pollution, food scarcity etc. The nature is vanishing at an unprecedented rate due to climate change as nature and climate
are intertwined (Poudel et al., 2019). With the present climate change scenario, a number of other menaces have also emerged which are
threatening the biodiversity and deteriorating the environmental health (Bargali, 1996). Biological invasion is one among the major forces
of change, influencing many dimensions of life on earth (Pathak et al., 2019; Khatri et al., 2022a). Invasion results when species cut off
from existing populations and inhabit novel geographical areas via outcompeting the native flora and fauna (Khatri et al., 2022b). Humans
are solely responsible for the rapid spread of invasive species all over the world as globalization and intercontinental transportation have
dramatically altered invasion dynamics (Rai and Singh, 2021; Khatri et al., 2023a). There are compelling evidences that invasive species
pose remarkable harm to native biodiversity all over the world (Negi et al., 2023a). The magnitude of these threats is increasing day by day
as the other factors which are also responsible for biodiversity loss including global warming, habitat loss, environmental pollution etc. are
promoting biological invasion (Khatri et al., 2023b). It is believed that climate warming could exacerbate the invasion risks as invasive
species are reported to perform better and adapt to the rising temperature conditions as compared to native species (Khatri et al., 2023c).
However, invasion by exotic species is the most challenging conservation riddle of our time. Invasive species have the potential to rapidly
proliferate and spread in the novel environmental conditions of the recipient areas. These species expand and grow explosively and alter
ecological characteristics such as fire regimes, nutrient cycling, hydrology, energy budgets, and evolutionary trajectory in a native
ecosystem, making places less habitable for native species. These species can also change the species composition and structure of the
community, break the ecosystem balance and pose a considerable threat to conservation and economy. Biological invasion is the primary
cause of more than 20% of the total species extinctions globally and is considered the major driver of species extermination and
biodiversity loss. The recent increase of invasive species in mountains is of particular concern due to the ecosystem services these
regions provide, and the role they play in preserving the biodiversity
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28 (1993).
Bargali, S.S.: Weight loss and nitrogen release in decomposing wood litter in an age series of eucalypt plantation. Soil Biol. Biochem., 28, 699-702
(1996).
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biological invasions worldwide, Nature, 592, 571–576 (2021).
Diagne, C., B. Leroy, R.E. Gozlan, A.C. Vaissiere, C. Assailly, L. Nuninger, D. Roiz, F. Jourdain, I. Jaric and F. Courchamp: InvaCost, a public database of
the economic costs of biological invasions worldwide. Sci. Data, 7, 1–12 (2020).
ID: 65704
Title: Message from the Executive Editor Cigarette smoking and urinary bladder cancer: The danger alarm is screaming! JEB
Author: Dr. Divakar Dalela
Editor: Dr. Sumati Gaumat
Year: 2024
Publisher: Triveni Enterprises, Lucknow, India
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Biology Vol 45 (1) Jan. 24 page i-ii 2024
Subject: Message from the Executive Editor Cigarette smoking and urinary bladder cancer: The danger alarm is screaming! JEB
Keywords: None
Abstract: The cancer of urinary bladder is a very common cause of cancer related mortality all over the
world and approximately more than half patients suffering from bladder cancer had been smokers. In
addition to this, in such patients the cancer is more intense, higher in grade and stage and does not
respond well to chemotherapy (Jin et al., 2017).Cigarette smoking is a major risk factor for respiratory and extra respiratory cancers in human
body. While the oral and lung cancer result on account of direct contact with the tobacco products, the
urinary bladder mucus membrane is exposed to a number of metabolites of tobacco products and if this
exposure is sustained for a longer duration, a deadly cancer results (Omare et al., 2022).
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Literature cited 1: Fuller, T.W., A.P. Acharya, T. Meyyappan, M. Yu, G. Bhaskar, S.R. Little and T.V. Tarin: Comparison of bladder carcinogens in the urine of
E-cigarette users versus non-E-cigarette using controls. Sci. Rep., 8, 507 (2018).
doi: 10.1038/s41598-017-19030-1
Jin, F., J. Thaiparambil, S.R. Donepudi, V. Vantaku, D.W.B. Piyarathna, S. Maity, R. Krishnapuram, V. Putluri, F. Gu, P. Purwaha, S.K.
Bhowmik, C.R. Ambati, F.C. von Rundstedt, F. Roghmann, S. Berg, J. Noldus, K. Rajapakshe, D. Gödde, S. Roth, S. Störkel, S.
Degener, G. Michailidis, B.A. Kaipparettu, B. Karanam, M.K. Terris, S.M. Kavuri, S.P. Lerner, F. Kheradmand, C. Coarfa, A.
Sreekumar, Y. Lotan, R. El-Zein and N. Putluri: Tobacco-specific carcinogens induce hypermethylation, DNA adducts and DNA
damage in bladder cancer. Cancer Prev. Res. (Phila.)., 10, 588-597 (2017
Literature cited 2: Omare, M.O., J.K. Kibet, J.K. Cherutoi and F.O. Kengara: Areview of tobacco abuse and its epidemiological consequences. J. Pub. Hlth:
From Theory to Practice, 30, 1485-1500 (2022).
Stephen, S.H. and D.K. Hatsukami: Smokeless tobacco and cigarette smoking: chemical mechanisms and cancer prevention. Nat. Rev.
Cancer., 22, 143-155 (2022).
ID: 65703
Title: Quantitative Analysis of Groundwater in Kaviti Mandal –A Renal Failure Zone of Srikakulam, A.P., India
Author: Kalyana Kiran Kumar,Gandi Ramarao, Chongala Prasad and Ramamohan H
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (12) Dec. 22 page 1528-1536 2022.
Subject: Quantitative Analysis of Groundwater in Kaviti Mandal –A Renal Failure Zone of Srikakulam, A.P., India
Keywords: Renal failure, Contaminated groundwater, Physico-chemical parameters, Trace elements, Seasonal variation, In-situ analysis
Abstract: Chronic renal failure problem is the current fearful situation in Uddanam, a northeastern coastal region in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, Srikakulam district. These pathetic situations have touched the hearts of many researchers to explore the various factors related to chronic kidney disease (CKD). This paper describes the main cause of chronic kidney disease in this region. Majority of the people are using groundwater as their potable source. Survey reports collected from experienced local people and medical experts articulated that drinking water is the primary factor for renal failure. This study mainly focused on groundwater quality to diagnose contaminated elements in the water used for drinking purposes and its effect on residents of this belt. The in-situ and ex-situ analysis of water concentrated on physico-chemical parameters and trace elements and the results are discussed in detail.
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Literature cited 1: Gadde, H., et al. 2017. Uddanam nephropathy in India : A challenge for epidemiologists. Bull. World Health Organ., 95(12):848-849. DOI:10.2471/BLT.17.196758.
Reddy, D.V. and A. Gunasekar. 2013. Chronic kidney disease in two coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh, India: Role of drinking water. Env. Geo-chem. Health. 35:439-454. DOI:10.1007/s10653-012-9506-7.
Literature cited 2: Jha, V. and G. Modi. 2017. Uncovering the rising kidney failure deaths in India. Lancet Global Health. 5(1):E14-E15. DOI: 10.1016/S2214-109x(66)302. 99-6.
Dare, A.J., et al. 2017. Renal failure deaths and their risk factors in India 2001-13 : Nationally representative estimates from the million death. Lancet Global Health. 5(1):E89-E95. DOI: 10.1016/S2214-109x(16)30308-4.
ID: 65702
Title: Structural and Physiological Shift in Selected Roadway Flora Exposed to Air Pollution
Author: K. Lekha
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (12) Dec. 22 page 1522-1527 2022.
Subject: Structural and Physiological Shift in Selected Roadway Flora Exposed to Air Pollution
Keywords: Air pollution, Anatomy, Abutilon indica, Cassia auriculata, Morinda tinctoria, Saravanampatti
Abstract: Air pollution has become a major environmental problem facing the world today due to rapid increase in industrialization and anthropogenic activity. Vast plant species are facing threats due to specific single pollutants or mixtures of pollutants. The present study recorded the structural and physiological parameters in roadside plants, such as Abutilon indica, Cassia auriculata and Morinda tinctoria selected from polluted and control sites. Results of anatomical study in plants (samples 1, 3 and 5) revealed an increase in the layers of epidermis, hypodermis, cortex and endodermis when compared to the plants collected from control site (samples 2, 4 and 6). The total chlorophyll content in the leaves (samples 1, 3 and 5) was found to be lower when compared to samples 2, 4 and 6. The relative water content was high in samples 2, 4 and 6. The highest pH value was recorded in sample 4 and the lowest pH value was observed in sample 1.
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Literature cited 1: Nikolaoua, K., H. Tsarsitalidisb and N. Papadakisc. 2009. Traffic and air pollution temporal evolution in the city of Serres, Greece. J. Env. Prot. Eco., 10(2): 320.
Mashhood, A.K. and M.G. Arsalan. 2011. Environmental pollution: its effects on life and its remedies. Res. World: J. Arts Sci. Comme.,2(2): 276-285.
Literature cited 2: elvakumar, M. and T. Meenambal. 2010. Monitoring of particulate air pollution due to vehicular emission in Coimbatore city using GIS. Nature Env. Poll. Tec.,9(1): 43-48.
Daisy, P. and F.G. Jeeva Kani. 2013.
Hypolipidemic and hepatoprotective effects of Cassia auriculata Linn bark extracts on streptozotocin induced diabetics in male Wister Albino rats. Asian J. Pharmace. Cli. Res.,6(2): 43-48.
ID: 65701
Title: Effect of acidic Environment on Concrete
Author: Murali Monangi, N.S.C. Chaitanya, P. Raja Naveen and Rugada Vaikunta Rao
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (12) Dec. 22 page 1517-1521 2022.
Subject: Effect of acidic Environment on Concrete
Keywords: Acid assault, Acidic environment, Reuse of copper slag
Abstract: Due to the alkaline composition of concrete, it is vulnerable to acid assault. Globally, the socio-economic costs associated with infrastructure degradation as a result of acid assault reach billions of dollars. A controlled experiment was conducted to determine the most effective acid for immersion. Batch tests were performed to determine the effect of 2% H2SO4, 2% HNO3 and 2% HCl in acid immersion. It was observed that H2SO4 immersion resulted in the greatest loss of compressive strength in concrete and that HCl immersion resulted in the least loss of compressive strength. In batch tests, sand was substituted with 20%, 40% and 60% copper slag to determine the effect of copper slag on the strength of concrete in an acidic environment. It is found that copper slag concrete mixes exhibit a much lower percentage loss of compressive strength than standard concrete mixes throughout all durations of acid exposure. It was observed that the mass of compressive strength lost by conventional concrete is almost twice that of copper slag concrete after H2SO4 acid immersion. The findings indicated that copper slag concrete is acid resistant in terms of mass loss and compressive strength loss.
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Literature cited 1: Kejin, W., E.N. Daniel and A.N. Wilfrid. 2006. Damaging effects of deicing chemicals on concrete materials. Cement Concrete Composites. 28(2): 173-178.
Gorninsi, J.P., M.D.C. Dal and C.S. Kaznierczak. 2007. Strength degradation of polymer concrete in acidic environments. Cement Concrete Composites. 29(8):637-645.
Literature cited 2: Adnan, C., C. Turgay and E.B. Ahmet. 2009. Effects of environmental factors on the adhesion and durability characteristics of epoxy bonded concrete prisms. Construction Building Mater., 23(2):758-767.
Fikret, T., et al. 1997. Effects of magnesium sulphate concentration on the sulphate resistance of mortars with and without silica fume. Cement Concrete Res., 27(2):205-214.
ID: 65700
Title: Comparative Study of RUSLE and USLE Soil Erosion Models using Remote Sensing and GIS for the Ganga River Basin in Fatehpur District, Uttar Pradesh, India
Author: Mannu Yadav and R. C. Vaishya
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (12) Dec. 22 page 1509-1516 2022.
Subject: Comparative Study of RUSLE and USLE Soil Erosion Models using Remote Sensing and GIS for the Ganga River Basin in Fatehpur District, Uttar Pradesh, India
Keywords: Remote sensing, Soil erosion, RUSLE/USLE, Ganga river, GIS
Abstract: Soil erosion is a major problem for agricultural land in different parts of the world which is mainly affecting the top layer of the soil. Hence, the main aim of this research was to evaluate the average annual soil loss using geospatial tools and techniques with different models for the Ganga River basin in Fatehpur region, Uttar Pradesh, India. In present research work, a comparative study of revised universal soil loss erosion (RUSLE) model and universal soil loss erosion (USLE) model has been done to estimate the annual soil erosion loss in tonne/ha/year. In this study, various datasets have been acquired from different authentic sources for the study area and a conceptual methodology has been applied to calculate the annual average soil loss factor (A). These datasets were processed in ESRI ArcGIS 10.5 and ERDAS imagine software with key informant interview (KII) to prepare the digital thematic layer of input parameters, such as rainfall erosivity factor (R), cover and management factor (C), supporting conservation practice factor (P), slope length and steepness factor (LS) and soil erodibility factor (K). Furthermore, the raster layer of annual soil loss factor (A) has been classified into four categories, such as no erosion, low erosion, moderate erosion and high erosion. As a result, polynomial relationship, using trend analysis, between these two models was analysed as y=0.0119x2+0.362x+2.97 with R2 value to be 0.998. This study would be beneficial for administration for mitigation of soil erosion in the river basin as well as socio-economic activities for the local people.
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Literature cited 1: Bangesh, R.F., et al. 2013. Ecosystem services in Mediterranean river basin: Climate change impact on water provisioning and erosion control. Sci. Total Env., 458-460:246-255.
Belayneh, M., et al. 2022. Potential soil erosion estimation and area prioritization for better conservation planning in Gumara watershed using RUSLE and GIS techniques. Env. Systems Res. 8(1):1-17.
Literature cited 2: Chakraborty, R., et al. 2020. The use of RUSLE and GCMs to predict potential soil erosion associated with climate change in a monsoon-dominated region of eastern India. Arabian J. Geosci., 13(20).
Chiew, F.H.S., et al. 1995. Simulation of the impacts of climate change of runoff and soil moisture in Australian catchments. J. Hydrol., 167(1-4):121-147.
ID: 65699
Title: Enhancement in California Bearing Ratio values of expansive soil sub-grades using Bagasse ash and Geosynthetics
Author: A. N. Swaminathen, C. Rajakumar and C. Vivekkumar
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (12) Dec. 22 page 1501-1508 2022.
Subject: Enhancement in California Bearing Ratio values of expansive soil sub-grades using Bagasse ash and Geosynthetics
Keywords: Expansive soil, Bagasse ash, Geotextile, California bearing ratio, Multiple linear regression analysis, Artificial neural network
Abstract: The pavement structure retort depends on the sub-grade characteristics, which provide the support base. Problems allied with the construction of pavement become far more critical, particularly in regions where the sub-grade consists of expansive soils. For the design of pavements, the California bearing ratio (CBR) value is a required parameter that decides the strength of the sub-grade soil. An attempt has been made in the present study to estimate the soaked CBR of highly compressible clayey (CH) soil stabilized with bagasse ash and reinforced with geotextiles. The soil is treated with sugarcane bagasse ash (BA) in varying percentages and geotextile reinforcement in varying layers. The CBR test on the stabilized and reinforced soil specimen is conducted to assess the strength of the soil specimen. The impartial of this paper is to predict the CBR value by correlating the optimum moisture content, maximum dry density, plasticity index, percentage of BA and the number of geotextile layers. The linear relationships between the above-mentioned properties and CBR value using multiple linear regression analysis resulted in a strong correlation between the parameters.
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Literature cited 1: IRC 37. 2001. Guideline for design of flexible pavement (2rd revision). Indian Roads Congress, New Delhi.
IRC 37. 2012. Guideline for design of flexible pavement (3rd revision). Indian Roads Congress, New Delhi.
Literature cited 2: Yadav, A.K., et al. 2017. Stabilization of alluvial soil for sub-grade using husk ash, sugarcane bagasse ash and cow dung ash for rural roads. Int. J. Pavement Res. Tech., 10:254-261.
Hasan, H., et al. 2016. Remediation of expansive soils using agricultural waste bagasse ash. Procedia Eng. Adv. Transportation Geotechnics. 143:1368-1375.
ID: 65698
Title: Noise Pollution, its Causes and Health Consequences in Bangladesh
Author: Kudrat-E-Khuda Babu and Md. Raisul Islam
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (12) Dec. 22 page 1495-1500 2022.
Subject: Noise Pollution, its Causes and Health Consequences in Bangladesh
Keywords: Bangladesh, Dhaka, Noise pollution, Human health, Urban life
Abstract: Noise pollution is, in addition to water and air problems, one of the emerging hazards that affect the quality of life in Bangladesh, especially in its capital city Dhaka, badly. The level of noise pollution in most parts of the metropolitan region exceeds stipulated standard limits by upto 20 dB. Even in the morning hours, it does not fall below 55 dB in the so-called silent zones. The World Health Organization (WHO) reported a number of adverse effects of long exposure to moderate level noise or sudden exposure to excessive noise. The majority of Dhaka (the capital city of Bangladesh) residents are reportedly unaware of the negative impacts of noise pollution. Even they do not think of noise as a pollutant and treat it as a part of their daily life. However, people nowadays start realizing the adverse impact of noise pollution and the importance of noise pollution control. But, people are not properly aware of the issue. Therefore, there is still much work to be done to educate the people in this regard. The concerned authorities’ actions in this regard are not adequate enough to address this burning issue properly. Moreover, the existing environmental regulations in Bangladesh are also not satisfactory to deal with this invisible enemy. The existing paper aims to determine the causes of noise pollution and its impacts on urban life; scrutinize the prevailing related laws and policies and conclude with recommendations to stop noise pollution.
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Literature cited 1: Shams, S., et al. 2017. Sustainable waste management policy in Bangladesh for reduction of greenhouse gases. Sustain. Cities Soc., 33(1):18-26.
Faruque, A.A. 2017. International environmental law: Global and Bangladesh context. New Warsi Book Corporation, Dhaka.
Literature cited 2: Riyad, A.S.M., et al. 2014. E-waste recycling practices in Bangladesh. Int. J. Renew. Energy Env. Eng., 2(3):193-200.
Kudrat, K. 2021. The effects and causes of sound pollution in the capital city of Bangladesh. UITS J. Env. Studies., 12(2):113-121.
ID: 65697
Title: Spatial Distribution of Hydrogeochemical Parameters of Groundwater for the Suitability of Drinking and Agricultural Utility by Different Water Quality Indices
Author: T.S.R. Umamageswari
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (12) Dec. 22 page 1486-1494 2022.
Subject: Spatial Distribution of Hydrogeochemical Parameters of Groundwater for the Suitability of Drinking and Agricultural Utility by Different Water Quality Indices
Keywords: Groundwater, Water quality index, Theni district, irrigation, Corrosion
Abstract: Groundwater quality and availability are essential for human consumption, domestic and irrigation purposes. Since water quality has a significant impact on human health, it demands compulsory continuous monitoring to ensure water quality. The water quality of Theni district, Tamil Nadu was studied by a field survey for a period of three years (2018-2020). Various water quality indices were calculated and analyzed for the purpose of drinking, domestic, irrigation and corrosivity nature. The analysis of spatial distribution map of domestic water quality index and corrosivity index revealed that north-west part of the area has good water quality. Based on the analysis of spatial distribution map of irrigation water quality indices, south-west part of the study area was excellent for irrigation. The spatial distribution of all calculated water quality indices reported that south-east part of the study area needs special attention in terms of monitoring and sustainable management.
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Literature cited 1: Al-Ahmadi, M.E. 2013. Groundwater quality assessment in Wadi Fayd, western Saudi Arabia. Arab J. Geosci., 6: 247–258.
Hammouri, N and A. El-Naqa. 2008. GIS based hydrogeological vulnerability mapping of groundwater resources in Jerash area, Jordan. Geofisica Int., 47:85–97.
Literature cited 2: Ayers, R.S. and D.W. Westcot. 1985. Water quality for agriculture. FAO Irrigation and Drainage paper no. 29, Rev. 1. U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization, Rome.
Anku, Y.S., et al. 2009. Water quality analysis of groundwater in crystalline basement rocks, northern Ghana. Env. Geol., 58:989–997.
ID: 65696
Title: Development of a Composite Material for the Adsorption of Heavy Metals from Aqueous Solution
Author: Mritunjay and A.R. Quaff
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (12) Dec. 22 page 1481-1485 2022.
Subject: Development of a Composite Material for the Adsorption of Heavy Metals from Aqueous Solution
Keywords: Adsorption, Composite adsorbent, Heavy metals, Fly-ash
Abstract: A new composite adsorbent was developed in this study to remove the heavy metals from the aqueous solution. Flyash, activated carbon (regenerated from the water filter system installed at homes) and iron oxide were mixed in 2:1:1 and then followed several treatment processes to form composite adsorbent. Batch study was performed to investigate the effect of adsorption parameters (pH, contact period and adsorbent dose) on the removal efficiency. The adsorption process was found to be much more dependent on pH and dose of adsorbent while contact period did not play a significant role. The pH between 7 and 9 was most favourable for adsorption in this study for all the selected heavy metals. At a minimum contact period of 15 min, there was a removal efficiency of around 70-80% while the equilibrium period was in the range of 60-120 min. The adsorption capacities for the selected heavy metals were in decreasing order of Fe (12.04 mg/g) > Zn (11.425 mg/g) > Pb (11.206 mg/g) > Cu (0.69 mg/g). On the observation of the result of this study, the prepared adsorbent has the potential to remove heavy metals from aqueous solution.
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Literature cited 1: Chakraborty, S., et al. 2013. Ailing bones and failing kidneys: A case of chronic cadmium toxicity. Annals Clinical Biochem. Int. J. Laboratory Medicine. 50(5): 492-495.
Chowdhury, S., et al. 2016. Science of the total environment heavy metals in drinking water: Occurrences, implications and future needs in developing countries. Sci. Total Env., 569-570: 476-488.
Literature cited 2: Li, J., et al. 2018. Ecotoxicology and environmental safety antimony contamination, consequences and removal techniques: A review. Ecotoxicol. Env. Saf., 156(March): 125-134.
Agarwal, M., K. Singh and Renu. 2017. Heavy metal removal from wastewater using various adsorbents: A review. J. Water Reuse Desalination. 7(4): 387-419.