Roopak Goswami

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Poisoned produce: Research shows excess use of pesticides in Assam

Jan 17, 2025 | eastmojo.com | Roopak Goswami

Farmers in Darrang spraying pesticides in tomato fields Guwahati: In the verdant landscapes of Assam, where the mighty Brahmaputra River carves through fertile plains, lies a complex story of pesticide use in vegetable farming. A comprehensive study has explored the patterns and consequences of pesticide overuse among farmers in the state, offering critical insights into this pressing issue.
Assam: HUL factory recognised by WEF as 4IR Lighthouse Site

Jan 16, 2025 | eastmojo.com | Roopak Goswami

HUL CEO & MD Rohit Jawa and Yogesh Mishra, Executive Director, Supply Chain, take a tour of HUL's Doom Dooma factory, which has been awarded the prestigious WEF E2E Value Chain Lighthouse Award. Guwahati: Hindustan Unilever Limited’s (HUL) Doom Dooma factory in Tinsukia, Assam, has earned global acclaim for its innovation and excellence.
After TB, now fungal disease threatens hundreds of tea garden workers

Jan 13, 2025 | eastmojo.com | Roopak Goswami

Representational Image Guwahati: The tea gardens of Assam, renowned for producing over half of India’s tea, have emerged as the backdrop for a significant public health challenge. For decades, tuberculosis (TB) has plagued Assam’s tea garden workers, exacerbated by poverty, poor nutrition, and challenging living conditions.
Centre clears oil & gas exploratory drilling in Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary

Jan 12, 2025 | eastmojo.com | Roopak Goswami

The Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary is India's sole protected area named after a primate species. Guwahati: The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) has approved oil and gas exploratory drilling in the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of Hollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam.
Elephant numbers rising in Assam, but it may not be a good thing: Here's why

Jan 8, 2025 | eastmojo.com | Roopak Goswami

Guwahati: In the lush, biodiverse landscapes of Assam, the majestic Asian elephant roams as a symbol of ecological balance and cultural heritage. With the latest census revealing a thriving population of 5,828 elephants, the state celebrates a conservation milestone. Yet, beneath this achievement lies a pressing question: Can Assam sustain this population amid escalating human-elephant conflicts? ... Don't miss out on in-depth & unbiased stories from Northeast India.
Nature’s clean-up crew: How bacteria can save our soil and crops

Jan 2, 2025 | eastmojo.com | Roopak Goswami

Guwahati: Picture this: tiny, invisible helpers working tirelessly underground to clean up pollution, boost plant growth, and fight crop diseases—all without leaving behind harmful side effects. Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) are turning this vision into reality, using bacteria to tackle some of the toughest challenges facing agriculture today. ...
'Forever chemicals' revealed in Assam's groundwater, tea samples

Dec 31, 2024 | eastmojo.com | Roopak Goswami

Guwahati: PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) are a group of synthetic chemicals widely used in industrial and consumer products since the 1940s. Known as “forever chemicals,” PFAS are highly resistant to degradation, making them persistent in the environment and the human body.
Diatoms of Charaideo's tea gardens

Dec 31, 2024 | eastmojo.com | Roopak Goswami

Guwahati: Amid the verdant tea estates of Assam’s Charaideo district, a ground-breaking study has shed light on an unseen microcosm flourishing within its water bodies. Researchers S.C. Kashyap and J. Barukial from D.R. College, Golaghat, have unveiled an astounding diversity of diatoms—microscopic algae vital to life on Earth. This research marks the first comprehensive study of diatom species in Assam’s tea gardens, blending ecological science with the region’s cherished tea heritage. ...
Chief Ministers in India earn seven times more than the average citizen

Dec 30, 2024 | eastmojo.com | Roopak Goswami

Guwahati: Did you know that the average annual income of Chief Ministers is significantly higher than the national average income?
Guwahati: Study shows that Nilachal Hills have remarkable biodiversity

Dec 29, 2024 | eastmojo.com | Roopak Goswami

Guwahati: Nestled in the bustling heart of Guwahati lies Nilachal Hill—a sanctuary of remarkable biodiversity that stands resilient amidst rapid urbanisation. Spanning a modest 2.6 square kilometers, this area, with its dense forest patches, rocky terrains, and meandering streams, has emerged as a haven for diverse snake species.