“We have done our best…”: Remembering Dr Kasturirangan, architect of NEP
We have received permission from Governance Now to publish it as a blog on our website
Today marks the fifth anniversary of NEP 2020. Leena Wadia, Professor and Dean (Education & Outreach) of TDU, has written a personal tribute to Dr. Rangan, which was featured in Governance Now
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Acting Locally for Global Impact: Reimagining PBRs by Integrating Ecosystem Services
The theme of the International Day for Biological Diversity 2026—“Acting locally for global impact”—is a powerful reminder that global ecological security relies fundamentally on local ecosystems.
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International Day of Forests 2026
Forests are not just natural assets - they are economic lifelines and knowledge systems. Nurturing them is essential for a sustainable and prosperous future for people and planet
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World Wildlife Day 2026
The University of Transdisciplinary Health Sciences and Technology (TDU) Calls for Action to Conserve Medicinal and Aromatic Plants for Health, Heritage and Livelihoods
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Wetlands, Traditional Knowledge and Health : A TDU - FRLHT Perspective
Wetlands are dynamic ecosystems where water meets land, creating rich habitats that support biodiversity, water security, climate resilience and cultural heritage. Observed annually on 2 February, World Wetlands Day commemorates the adoption of the Ramsar Convention (1971) and underscores the essential role wetlands play for both nature and people worldwide.
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International Environmental Education Day (January 26)
On International Environmental Education Day (January 26), we are reminded of a powerful truth: The future of our planet depends on what and how we teach today.
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TDU VC Darshan Shankar pays tribute to Prof. Madhav Gadgil
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