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Recreating Mughal Garden in a Contemporary Park: Case study Sundar Nursery, New Delhi
Abstract: The research on Islamic gardens spans across a huge panorama of examples starting from the inception to the climax of designed gardens such as the famous gardens of the Alhambara in Spain and the Taj Mahal at Agra. Where most volumes of research address the architecture and the ‘paradise symbolism’. Addressing gardens of the Islamic world as ‘paradise gardens’ is a complete misnomer rather a narrow way of looking at …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 21–32 Read article
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The Man Who Redefined Indian Landscape Architecture: Dr. Ravindra Bhan
Abstract: Today in the buzzing world where people hardly get time for themselves and the world where the pollution level continuously rises it is a major need for having a tranquil environment for individuals, as the relationship between humans and nature is already very tumultuous, hence the necessity for a landscape architect increases even more. A landscape architect is the one who creates an environmentnaturally and socially, He is the one …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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“Air Pollution Abatement by Planning in Delhi”
Abstract: Air pollution is leading to chronic diseases in human beings, it is impacting from inside as well as outside environments simultaneously. In Delhi, several action plans failed because of the diverse sources and scales of air pollution. The air pollution problem in Delhi is because of not successful plans, policies, and acts at different levels. The purpose of this paper is to understand different action plans and planning situations in …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Challenges of vertical landscaping in Building Envelope
Abstract: The vertical gardens not only increase the amount of green space in cities, but they also serve other purposes including improving air quality, reducing heat islands, isolating sound and heat, producing more energy, and enhancing human psychology. Vertical gardens are designed for the aesthetic purposes and avoiding the spread of applications due to factors like constant maintenance challenges, high expense, lack of understanding, and consciousness. The purpose of this study …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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Water Balance Management in Urban Sector
Abstract: Abstract In India, there is a rapid population growth which is accompanied by migration of people from rural to urban areas. By 2025, one half of India’s population is expected to get shifted to urban centers. In future the population will increase and hence the demand of water will increase. Present water demand of the urban sector is being fulfilled through water intake from nearest River and supplemented by exploration …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 15–18 Read article
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Innovations in Designing Smart Cities as Living Labs
Abstract: Now-a-days cities are complex, networked and regularly changing social ecosystems, transformed and shaped through the interaction between different interests and ambitions. Ensuring employment, sustainable development, inclusion and quality of life are important concerns. Infrastructures of cities, addressing these concerns, comprise a diversity of services such as healthcare, energy, education, environmental management, transportation and mobility, public safety. Day by day these services are enabled by broadband infrastructures, wireless sensor networks, Internet-based …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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Approach to Residential Satisfaction Studies in Asian and African countries—A Review
Abstract: The aim of this paper is to analyse through literature review the approach adopted in Asian and African countries with regard to Residential Satisfaction studies. The home creates a significant impact on human beings. The challenges faced by the housing industry range from inadequacy in meeting the needs of the end users to unsatisfactory performance. Residential satisfaction is often used as an Adhoc tool in evaluating housing projects. Satisfaction studies …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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The Use of Traditional Materials and Natural Resources: A Case of Goan Houses in India
Abstract: Traditional architecture is a code of good manners and practices. It is much more than a style, that has no parallel in the urban world. Indian traditional architecture has remained a testimony to the ancient wisdom which we had had inherited from our ancestors. Traditional architecture has been referred as school of sustainability. The elements of environment like water, air, solar system, forest resources, etc. They are valuable and big …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Urban Housing and its Predicament: Slums - a Neglected Haven
Abstract: The rapid growth of slums in the developing world appears to have three root causes which,in addition to the underlying problems of poverty, must be addressed through appropriate policies: the ‘pull’ towards the city, the ‘push’ away from rural areas and the increase in population size. When combined with inadequate city infrastructure for coping with such an influx, including “the inability of the urban poor to access affordable land for …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Impact of ‘Make in India’ Program on Indian Economy
Abstract: Make in India” is an international tag plan, conceptualized by the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi on 25 September 2014 to entice investments from work around the world, and in the process, strengthen India’s manufacturing sector. The campaign has been concentrated to fulfill the purpose of job creation, enforcement to secondary and tertiary sector, boosting the national economy, converting India to a self-reliant country and to give the Indian …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 7–29 Read article
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Analysis of Spatial and Socio-Ecological Transformations around Chuka University Environs Using Remote Sensing and GIS
Abstract: Universities typify pockets of complex man-land interaction especially in developing countries where these results to localised population growths, urbanisation and economic development. Establishment of university colleges in towns and peri-urban areas across Kenya is driving spatial, social and ecological transformations. The objective of this study was to analyse implications of Land Use and Land Cover (LULC) changes on built and non-built environment around Chuka University’s Main campus located at Ndagani …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 18–29 Read article
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Evaluation of the Influence of Political Economy on the Physical Planning Mechanism and the Governance of Urban Planning System in Bangladesh
Abstract: Political economy most regularly alludes to interdisciplinary examinations drawing upon financial matters, political theory, law, history, humanism and different teaches in clarifying the critical job of political factors in deciding financial results. The points of view of political economy empower us to examine the nation and division situations, for chances to use existing positive drivers of progress to make sensible estimations of the dangers and difficulties included. This suggests taking …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Sustainable Resilience: A Case for Vaastu Principles in Urban Planning
Abstract: In recent years, an increasing number of local governments are recognizing the impact of climate change on different urban sectors. This has led many to pursue climate adaptation planning, seeking to achieve preparedness through reducing vulnerability and enhancing the resilience of the population, assets, and municipal operations. Different planning approaches have been undertaken by many cities sharing the above mentioned common goal. In this paper, we examine urban ecology, Vaastu …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 43–51 Read article
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Metaverse architects making virtual tourism a reality
Abstract: The metaverse is a digital domain that encompasses artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) with a focus on social inclusion. Online spaces arise as the metaverse expands, thus proposing intricate user designs than current technology allows. Metaverse is a new business platform for digitalizing businesses related to tourism & recreational activities.Inside this virtual space, designers create several interconnected design sections explaining how the primary parts of …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 36–43 Read article
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Ecological threat to Bacopa monnieri: An Assessment
Abstract: Now –a- days the anthropogenic activities are so aggressive that they become serious threat to the plants especially the herbs which has even the immense medicinal property but they totally dependent on the upper sol surface not only the direct influence but the indirect influence of the human activities like increase in the temperature of the earth crust, water deficit due to decrease water level of the earth, directly influence …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Effective Utilization of Agriculture Waste
Abstract: Agricultural substances are produced on the earth with the change of seasons. Basically these substances are produced in the nature and are very important for the survival of consumers such as animals and human beings. These substances are widely available on earth, can be a good source of energy or can be converted into useful products. The wastes generated from the crops have a good potential to get converted to …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Review on: Marker Assisted Selection in Common Bean Breeding for Disease Resistance
Abstract: Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L) is the most important food legume consumed worldwide and an important source of human dietary protein, calories, vitamins and minerals necessary for a healthy community. Marker-assisted selection is one of the breeding methods, which involves selection of plants carrying genomic regions that are involved in the expression of traits of interest through molecular markers. The method (MAS) becomes possible for traits governed by major genes …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 23–34 Read article
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A Study on Establishment of Phytochemical Analysis of Ethanolic Extract of Silybum Marianum (L.) Gaertn. (Milk Thistle) Seed Extract
Abstract: The fluorescence characteristics of seed powdered extracts were determined under UV radiation of long and short wavelengths and ordinary visible light. When the small-grained drug and extracts were treated with totally different reagents and determined below ultraviolet illumination UV actinic radiation normal light, they emitted various color radiations. The colour modification for the seed powder and individual extract were distinctive and consistent revealing the solvent properties to the phytoconstituents and …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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In- vitro Effect of Control Measures on Alternaria Tenuissima isolated from Lathyrus sativus L
Abstract: Lathyrus sativus L. is a plant having good nutritional values and medicinal importance. They have high protein content and play a significant role in human nutrition. It has been used for various medicinal purposes in Ayuredic and Unani systems of medicine. In Chattisgarh it is popularly known as “Teora” and consumed as a leafy vegetable crop by the local masses. A periodical survey was conducted during November 2012 to March …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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TO INCREASE THE EFFICIENCY OF INDOOR PLANTS TO REMOVE VOC'S/HCHO IN INDOOR ENVIRONMENT
Abstract: Indoor Air Pollution is the term used to describe the number of contaminants in the air inside a building from sources such as cigarette smoking, fuel combustion for heating or cooking, certain wallboards, carpets, or insulation as well as the geology of the area (radon in soil or rocks beneath the structure).With the onset of the energy crisis, changes in the building's design owing to energy-efficient strategy, a confined space …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 95–109 Read article