Explore why the "excellent" quality of Himalayan springs is misleading. Learn how shallow aquifers and unplanned land use are ...

A four-decade geospatial study reveals how the Ithai Barrage and settlement growth are causing a sharp decline in Loktak Lake’s phumdis, threatening the world’s only floating national park.

Beyond tree planting: learn how specific land-use choices in the Eastern Himalayas determine long-term carbon storage and soil health, and why forests remain our best defense against climate change.

In the hills, survival depends on understanding the land. When rainfall is intense and slopes are steep, soil and water can ...

Academic research has highlighted the broader social consequences of recurring floods in the region. A study published in the ...

Dr. Sunesh Sharma explores a cost-effective, automated disinfection system that reduces operational costs by 70% and could prevent over 136,000 annual deaths from waterborne diseases in India.

Explore the paradox of Meghalaya, where the world's wettest hills face water scarcity. Discover how changing monsoon patterns, deforestation, and human activity are reshaping the water landscape in ...

This is the other side of migration. Bihar has long sent its labour to wealthier states because work at home is scarce. Makhana cultivation creates local employment, but the industry remains limited.

We are looking for 3 student interns to work with the Veditum team across 2 of our projects – India Sand Watch (ISW) & Kolkata Change Makers (KCM). These are 2 month internships that have to be ...

Discover the deep cultural and social connections between people and water in India. Explore traditions, practices, and stories that highlight the role of water in shaping communities and livelihoods.

India’s water crisis is usually told as a story of scarcity. Dry wells, shrinking rivers, and desperate searches for new ...

When I began my India Water Portal Fellowship, I set out to look for stories about water, stories about supply systems, governance gaps, and everyday struggles in Shillong. I did not expect that one ...