Predicting Earthquakes
Published: Sep 30, 2006
Photo courtesy: MoES
Abstract: The newly constituted Ministry of Earth Sciences is poised to march ahead in its relentless search for bringing new technology and solutions for the millions that live in India. The editor in conversation with Dr. P. S. Goel, Secretary, MOES, was indeed awed with his vision, drive, dynamism and deep-rooted patriotism among other qualities that makes him what he is today.
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