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Anthropogenic Methane Hotspots in India
The above map has been prepared using data from an article in the Times of India highlighting a significant share of methane in greenhouse gas emissions in India. Methane constitutes about 14% of India’s greenhouse gas emissions. A significant amount of these emissions can be traced to point sources – related to activities like sewage…
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Jawahar Kala Kendra: Contemporary Jaipur’s Art and Culture Stage
In context of contemporary Jaipur, Jawahar Kala Kendra (JKK) serves as its most prominent art and culture node. Situated on Jawahar Lal Nehru (JLN) Marg in Jhalana Doongri area of the modern extensions of Jaipur, this multi-cultural art centre was established in 1993 to promote art, culture and traditions of state of Rajasthan. Interestingly, this…
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Modern-Vernacular Fusion: A Case of Wada Architecture in Pune
The city of Pune is widely known for its cultural and institutional diversity. It is the second-largest city in Maharashtra state, after Mumbai, and eighth-most populous city of the country. The city offers variants of architecture styles co-existing efficiently and one of these is Wada architecture. This article highlights the importance of traditional Wada culture…