Category Archives: Urban Studies

Satellite images to map Development of Lucknow

To ensure perfection in drafting the city’s development plan, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has decided to get satellite images of its development area. LDA plans to get aerial pictures of the city and land use-mapping of major urban/rural objects. … Continue reading →

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GPS/GIS enabled tree census for Indian cities

Mumbai, India: Dr. Ramesh Madav, Chairman, Enbitech and CEO of Terracon Ecotech Pvt Ltd, successfully tested the Tree Census Methods, using GPS and GIS. The testing was done in presence of various technocrats, Municipal Corporation and Government representatives.Having completed Tree … Continue reading →

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Create Urban Rainforests for a Sustainable Ecosystem

Most urban areas have undeveloped land that can be utilized productively. Follow these steps to create an oasis where people can meet, learn and develop new interests. Choose an appropriate site. Several underutilized, contiguous city blocks near public transportation is … Continue reading →

Posted in BIODIVERSITY, Environment, Global Warming, pollution, Urban Studies | 1 Comment

Caravanserai

A caravanserai (Persian: كاروانسرا kārvānsarā, Turkish kervansaray) was a roadside inn where travelers could rest and recover from the day’s journey. Caravanserais supported the flow of commerce, information, and people across the network of trade routes covering Asia, North Africa, … Continue reading →

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