This Is The Time

  Pests, ranging from tiny insects to larger rodents, are an ever-present threat in various spheres of human life. These unwelcome invaders can wreak havoc on agriculture by destroying crops, contaminate food supplies, and spread diseases, leading to severe health implications. In residential areas, they can cause structural damage, leading to costly repairs. In the industrial and commercial sectors, pests can tarnish reputations and result in significant financial losses. The impact of pests is profound and far-reaching, necessitating effective control measures. Throughout history, humans have waged a continuous battle against pests. From early agricultural societies that relied on manual methods to the development of chemical pesticides in the 20th century, our strategies have evolved significantly. Traditional methods included crop rotation, the use of natural predators, and botanical repellents. These methods were often effective and sustainable but required extensive knowled...

Kakileru - My maternal grand parent's village Kakileru is a small village near Penugonda of West Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh. Here are some scenes shot in an early winter morning.  కాకిలేరు పశ్చిమ గోదావరి జిల్లా లో పెనుగొండ దగ్గర వున్న చిన్న గ్రామం. మా అమ్మ పుట్టింటి వారి వూరు.ఈ చలి కా లం లో ఓ ఉదయం ఆ వూరి లో తీసిన పొటోలు మిమ్మల్ని అలరిస్తాయని ఆశిస్తున్నాను. Chill in the air. Smoky horizon looms around Distant coconut trees draped in mist Fog drifting away slowly It is time to wake up folks! Winged friends from far off places Cranes are about to start their day Sleepy road leading to Kakileru Solitary trees appear to be shivering Lone flower blooms as if to welcome another day Water ways that surround our villages Lone mushroom springs up A serene pond dug to store water for cultivation These photos are taken by Master Abhyas, Son of my co-son-in-law.  నా తోడల్లుడి గారబ్బాయి అభ్యాస్ ఈ ఫోటోలని తీసాడు...

This is taken from: The Better India. The site is very special because it gives positive news. I suggest readers to visit the site and know what is happening positive around us. You can access the original article at http://www.thebetterindia.com/3926/friends-of-snakes/ Friends of Snakes: Dispelling myths and reaffirming that snakes are not bad! An NGO based out of Hyderabad, “Friends of Snakes” is reinforcing the ancient Indian ethos of respect for all form of life, irrespective of whether it is human or animal. How often have you seen the mayhem which follows after a snake is sighted? Most often, after a frenzy of shouting, yelling and chasing, the snake ends up being smashed to death. Unless, of course, it is lucky enough to slither away to safety. Consider this: Of the 275 snake species that are found in India, approximately 70% of them are non-venomous. These non-venomous snakes help maintain the biodiversity balance by devouring on rodents...