The principal indicator of coastal environmental quality and management is a “clean” beach. However, India’s coastal region is particularly vulnerable to litter build-up. The presence of such waste degrades not just the aesthetic appeal of beaches, but also significantly diminishes their recreational (commercial) value. In order to achieve the “Sustainable Development” of India’s coastal regions,…
Sadananda Gowda falls sick after participating in BJP core committee meeting, hospitalized
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January 3, 2021
Chitradurga, Jan 3: Union Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers D V Sadananda Gowda has been admitted to Basaveshwara teaching hospital in Chitradurga after he fell sick.
While he was returning to Bengaluru after participating in BJP core committee meeting held in Shivamogga on January 2 night, Gowda fell sick soon after he got down from his car at Hotel Naveen Regency to have lunch. He was taken to the hospital immediately.
BJP legislators and leaders have rushed to the hospital.
Udupi: Shobha Kharandlje hoists Blue Flag at Padubidri Beach
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December 29, 2020
Udupi, Dec 29: BJP Lok Sabha member Shobha Kharandlje hoisted the international Blue Flag at the Padubidri Beach in the district.
The Beach secured the International Blue Flag Certification on October 6, 2020, when an International Jury comprising member organizations UNEP, UNWTO, UNESCO, IUCN, ILS, FEE etc. announced it at Copenhagen, Denmark.
The Blue Flag certification is a globally recognized eco-label accorded by the “Foundation for Environment Education in Denmark” based on 33 stringent criteria.
Addressing the gathering on Monday evening she said, “It is a matter of pride that two beaches in Karnataka including the one in Kasargod in Uttara Kannada District and this one are among the eight beaches in India to get the Blue Flag Certification.