Monthly Archives: June 2008

Cutting-edge technology to track Indian fishermen on the high seas

Posted on June 3, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

India – Gandhinagar, Rs 153-crore new security system will prevent vessels from crossing into Pakistani waters Detention of Gujarat fishermen and their boats by Pakistan may soon become a thing of the past. The state government is all set to … Continue reading →

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Malaysia takes steps to claim 100 isles, reefs

Posted on June 2, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

Malaysia – Government agencies are working feverishly to gather information on islands and marine features which could be eyed by neighbouring countries. This comes in the wake of the International Court of Justice’s decision to award Pedra Branca to Singapore. … Continue reading →

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Volcanic Gases and the Origin of the Earth’s Atmosphere

Posted on June 1, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

Gas plume as lava enters the Pacific Ocean at Kilauea volcano, Hawaii. Photo copyrighted by Paul J. Buklarewicz. Two models are most favored for the origin of the atmosphere: outgassing or accretion. Outgassing is related to the differentiation of the … Continue reading →