Monthly Archives: June 2008

PROJECTIONS

A spherical co-ordinate system (like latitude and longitude) works well only if one is using a globe but not if one has to display the data on a flat surface like a map. Thus arises the need for projections. Projection is … Continue reading

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THE NEED FOR GIS

Any organization, government private is in some way or another strongly linked to the geography in which it operates. A GIS that has been designed in a proper manner has the capability of providing quick and easy access to large … Continue reading

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GIS and Cartography

Maps have been an integral part of the human story for a long time. From cave/wall paintings, ancient maps of Babylon and Greek philosophers, through the Age of Exploration, and on into the 21st century, people have created and used … Continue reading

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Weather channel on cards for India

India – The Indian Meteorology Department has plans to launch a dedicated weather TV channel through public-private partnership, said director-general of meteorology Air Vice-Marshal Ajit Tyagi. Briefing the reporters here about IMD’s modernisation plans, Tyagi said the proposed weather channel … Continue reading

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