The International Order on Oceans

The Indian Himalayan region, a geologically dynamic and ecologically sensitive landscape, is currently undergoing a transformation marked by the intersection of tectonic strain, accelerated climate ch...
The Himalayan region, often termed the "Third Pole," is facing an unprecedented glacial crisis. Glaciers that have endured for millennia are now retreating at alarming rates, driven by accelerated cli...
India has emerged as a significant global destination for medical tourism, attracting more than two million international patients annually[1]. Offering services ranging from complex cardiac surgeries...
An Indian Perspective This article details the steps that have been taken by India to safeguard its oceanic territories as well the ocean resources as per the guidelines and specifications laid down...
Anoxia occurs when dissolved oxygen concentration in the water is zero, a level where most organisms cannot survive. The western Indian continental shelf which underlies the Arabian Sea becomes anoxic...
Nitrogen an essential macronutrient of the oceanic ecosystem, can limit the biological production if not available in a suitable form or concentration. This article looks at the role of nitrogen in th...
Different approaches have been put forward over the years to understand the pros and cons of geoengineering - to deliberately manipulate the earth’s climate in response to climate change. In the curre...
An Indian Perspective This article details the steps that have been taken by India to safeguard its oceanic territories as well the ocean resources as per the guidelines and specifications laid down by the International Seabed Authority (ISA) over the years.
Anoxia occurs when dissolved oxygen concentration in the water is zero, a level where most organisms cannot survive. The western Indian continental shelf which underlies the Arabian Sea becomes anoxic under certain conditions. This article delves into the phenomenon and the impact it has on the region.
Nitrogen an essential macronutrient of the oceanic ecosystem, can limit the biological production if not available in a suitable form or concentration. This article looks at the role of nitrogen in the waters of the Arabian Sea.