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Time of India
3 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
Nagaland University leads research to assess high-altitude lake stability in Sikkim, Arunachal
1 2 Guwahati: A research initiative led by Nagaland University (NU) is creating a detailed, near-accurate inventory and stability analysis of high-altitude lakes in the Sikkim and Arunachal Himalayas. NU on Monday said the study will evaluate Tenbawa Lake's potential for Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF) and Holocene Climate connections, which began roughly 11,700 years ago, in Sikkim, alongside two glacial lakes in Arunachal Pradesh. The researchers said drone mapping and bathymetry surveys of the glaciers and glacial lakes would help produce a near-accurate database for modelling possible related disasters. This is crucial for robust development along the reaches of the streams emanating from these glaciers and lakes, and the river downstream. An NU spokesperson said, "Palaeo-studies aim to infer the extent of climate change in the geological past, helping to understand the current debate between human-induced and natural climate variability. " The scientific team aims to locate 'Potentially Dangerous Glacial Lakes' using advanced data and study the geomorphology, permafrost conditions, and slope instability in Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang region and North Sikkim's Lachung basin through separate research endeavours. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The risk from sudden lake outbursts will be quantified through bathymetric surveys and 2D/3D flood modelling from select lakes in the Tawang region. Bathymetric surveys are specialised hydrographic surveys that map the depths and shapes of underwater terrain. The process provides detailed information about the underwater topography of a water body. The study aims to assess environmental risks, knowledge limitations, and ecosystem services associated with high-altitude lakes under current climate change conditions, while evaluating stored freshwater resources. "The results of this investigation/research will be shared with policymakers, planners, and developers for holistic development along the banks of the streams and rivers to mitigate the impact of devastation on account of a 'Glacial Lake Outburst Flood' event, thus saving the post-disaster haphazard rescues, insurances, and rebuilding of structures," said an NU spokesperson on Monday. The Union govt, through its ministry of earth sciences and ministry of environment, forest and climate change, has funded this initiative. Manasi Debnath from NU leads the project as principal investigator. Prof Jagadish K Patnaik, vice-chancellor of NU, said: "Nagaland University takes great pride in leading a critical research initiative aimed at developing a detailed and near-accurate inventory and stability assessment of high-altitude lakes in the Sikkim and Arunachal Himalayas. This multidisciplinary project focuses on understanding the Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) potential of Tenbawa Lake and its linkages to Holocene Climate variations. " He further added: "Such scientific efforts are vital in addressing the increasing environmental vulnerabilities in the eastern Himalayas, enhancing our preparedness for natural hazards, and deepening our understanding of past climate dynamics. This project is a testament to Nagaland University's commitment to advancing frontier research for societal and ecological resilience in the Northeast region and beyond. " Manasi Debnath explained that her team is working to create a precise inventory of glacial lakes in the Eastern Himalaya (North Sikkim and Arunachal Himalaya) and evaluate the dangerous lakes in terms of breach potential and volume of discharge. "These would be carried out using high spatial resolution satellite images, and necessary field validation and measurement for the potential lakes," said Debnath. She added: "We propose to assess the glacial lakes of Arunachal and Sikkim, which have not been studied in detail for breach characteristics and area being impacted due to inundation at the time of GLOF, the length and reaches affected. Since the assessment of the Arunachal glacial lakes is at the headwaters of the Brahmaputra, any lake breach can be devastating in terms of the length of reach. In Sikkim, the ecological impacts under such circumstances are also being studied at the Lachung sub-basin level. Palaeo-hazard analysis at the Lachung sub-basin in the Sikkim Himalaya aids in comparing past and present GLOF frequencies at the basin scale."
GMA Network
4 days ago
- Sport
- GMA Network
UP fends off NU to capture first-ever Filoil Preseason three-peat
For the first time in the history of the Filoil EcoOil Preseason Cup, a team seized three titles in a row. This, after powerhouse University of the Philippines dominated fellow UAAP team National University, 79-65, to reign supreme in the 2025 edition on Sunday, clinching a rare three-peat feat in the annual preseason showcase. The Fighting Maroons were comfortably holding a 22-point lead after big man Gani Stevens sank a pair of free throws that pushed UP's lead to 74-52 early in the fourth. But the Bulldogs staged a massive fightback after taking advantage of foul-plagued UP with Jake Figueroa, Steve Nash Enriquez, and Kinshin Padrones combined for seven straight freebies that trimmed their deficit to 13, 65-78, in the final 1:44. NU, though, missed their next shots as Harold Alarcon sealed the final shot with a split on the line as UP clinched what no team has ever done before. Francis Nnoruka led the charge with a double-double of 15 points and 12 rebounds to go with two assists and one block while Gerry Abadiano and Stevens each poured 13 markers. Stevens also grabbed nine boards, four dimes, and a steal. Figueroa and Padrones paced NU with 12 and 10 points apiece as NU finished as runner-up after a gallant run in the tournament, which saw them make the championship round despite being the fourth-ranked team after the elimination round. Scores: UP 79 - Figueroa 12, Padrones 10, Santiago 9, Palacielo 6, Manansala 6, Francisco 6, Enriquez 4, John 4, Jumamoy 3, Garcia 3, Dela Cruz 2, Solomon 0, Parks 0, Navarro 0. NU 65 - Nnoruka 15, Abadiano 13, Stevens 13, Remogat 8, Torres 7, Alarcon 7, Fortea 6, Alter 4, Yniguez 3, Belmonte 2, Bayla 1, Briones 0, Felicilda 0. Quarters: 27-21, 48-37, 70-49, 79-65. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Nagpur Universiy to offer dual degrees in tie-up with Australian universities
1 2 3 4 Nagpur: Nagpur University (NU) is set to offer dual degree programmes in collaboration with leading Australian universities, aiming to provide global academic exposure and enhance career-oriented learning. A delegation from the Australian Consulate, including trade commissioner Vik Singh and director trade and investment (skills) Shreya Singh, visited NU on Friday to explore opportunities for academic collaboration, student exchange, and skill-based training. The meeting was facilitated by nodal officer, Office of International Relations and Collaborations Vikas Jambhulkar, and attended by acting vice-chancellor Subhash Kondawar, registrar Raju Hiwase, and senior faculty. Vik highlighted Australia's interest in deepening educational ties with India and shared updates on Australian university campuses already functioning in New Mumbai and Gujarat, with more underway in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Bengaluru. Shreya spoke about the success of Australian industry-integrated courses in states like Gujarat, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, and expressed interest in replicating such models with NU. Deans of various faculties briefed the delegation on NU's academic ecosystem. They highlighted key courses in social sciences, commerce, interdisciplinary studies, and science and technology, along with the university's research infrastructure, innovation labs, and industry-linked programmes.
Time of India
24-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
e-Samarth: Gondwana & Nagpur Universities get 2nd and 3rd rank
Nagpur: Giving yet another moment of pride to Vidarbha, the Gondwana University (GU) and Nagpur University (NU) have emerged as two of the top three performers in implementation of e-Samarth portal in Maharashtra. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The Gondwana University and Nagpur University have secured the second and third positions, respectively, while Mumbai University leads the state. e-Samarth is a central govt initiative which aims at introducing use of digital technology in all functionalities of the university system across the country. The system brings uniformity, seamless functioning, and reduces reliance on third-party operators in online works. The interface is currently free of cost for public institutions. GU vice-chancellor Prashant Bokare praised his team's efforts despite having limited resources. "Without trained staff or sufficient infrastructure, we managed to implement 39 of the 42 modules," he said. "The finance department saved Rs72 lakh in a year by discontinuing outsourcing and switching to e-Samarth. Similarly, the exam section saved Rs50-60 lakh by holding post-graduate exams through e-Samarth," he said. GU now plans to implement e-Samarth for undergraduate exams next. To enhance efficiency of educational institutions nationwide, the central govt had introduced the Samarth system in 2022. Following directives from the central and state govts, the NU began implementing the e-Samarth system in a phased manner from 2022. At NU, 36 modules have been implemented via its IT cell, covering exams, finance, administration, and academics. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The platform has sped up administrative processes and enabled faster issuance of student certificates. Incidentally, Bokare was holding additional charge of NU when the university started implementing e-Samarth on a full-fledged scale. NU's implementation is overseen by acting VC Madhavi Khode Chaware (IAS), Pro-VC Subhash Kondawar, nodal officer Shweta Barhate, and coordinator Satish Shende, with the IT cell managing technical operations.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Over 550 apply for 110 part-time NU teaching positions
Nagpur: Nagpur University has received over five times the number of applications compared to the total posts advertised for the recruitment of part-time teachers for the current academic year. According to NU records, 566 candidates applied for the post of assistant professor in different NU departments and affiliated colleges. Around 490 were found eligible for interviews. A list of 76 rejected candidates has been uploaded on the university website. The rejected candidates did not possess the required qualifications and were weeded out during screening. The dates of interviews will be communicated to the candidates through the website. The university has decided to appoint 110 assistant professors on a contract basis for the new academic year 2025-26. NU has increased the monthly payout to Rs40,000 to attract qualified and experienced teaching professionals. The minimum qualification has also been scaled to NET/SET or a PhD degree. Several postgraduate departments have been without a full-time teacher for a long period, while other departments are working with deficient staff. NU has been unable to fill its vacancies due to several reasons. The previous recruitment drive for regular teaching positions, initiated a couple of years ago, met with technical hurdles and remains stalled to date. In the current drive, postgraduate teaching departments in the science and technology faculty have the highest vacancy. A total of 40 posts have been advertised in science subjects. This is followed by 24 positions in social sciences and 11 in languages, both under the faculty of humanities. The interdisciplinary studies faculty will recruit nine teachers, commerce and management six, and three in the centre for specialised studies. Another 17 will be recruited in the university college of education and law college. The appointment of teachers has become necessary as the university does not grant continuation of affiliation to colleges with deficiencies in teaching staff. Senate members have been raising concerns over the deficiency of teachers in the university.
