Freshwater lakes in the Western Himalayan region play a vital role in maintaining ecological
balance and providing crucial ecosystem services. However, these lakes are currently facing …

The quality of the environment and the health status of mankind are directly or indirectly
associated with one another. When we discuss about the quality of the environment (water …

Wetland degradation through a diverse spectrum of anthropogenic stressors worldwide has
taken a heavy toll on the health of wetlands. This study examined the health of a semi-urban …

Globally, urban wetlands are facing immense pressure from land use land cover changes
(LULCCs) and associated water quality degradation that is severely affecting the trophic …

Microplastic (MP) contamination in freshwater systems is a prevalent and persistent
environmental issue, yet their occurrence and distribution remain poorly constrained. The …

The pristine aquatic ecosystems in the Himalayas are facing an ever increasing threat from
various anthropogenic pressures which necessitate better understanding of the spatial and …

The knowledge on urban ecosystem dynamics is being increasingly felt due to
unprecedented symptoms arising out of urbanization. This study is aimed to assess land use …

This study examined the current trophic state based on integrated analysis of land use land
cover changes (LULCCs), morphometry, bathymetry, and water quality of a semi-urban …

Abstract The lakes of Kashmir Valley show multiple signs of deterioration. This study
integrated multiple datasets pertaining to the land system, lake bathymetry and water quality …

The study analyses the long-term biophysical and demographic changes in Dal lake,
located in the heart of Srinagar city, Kashmir India, using a repository of historical, remote …