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The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), formerly known as the Department of Ocean Development (DOD), was established in 1981 with the mandate to create a deeper understanding of the oceanic regime of the northern and central Indian ocean and also develop technology and technological aids for harnessing resources and understanding of various physical, chemical and biological processing in the icy realms of Arctic and Antarctica in 2006. The MoES aims at looking at the planet in the holistic way in as much as understanding of the interplay of earth dynamics and system phenomena.
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Norway with its extensive scientific and technical capabilities has always been ahead when it comes to polar research in the global arena. Norwegian Polar researchers have been publishing world class research papers on the myriad changes taking place in the Arctic. Svalbard, a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole plays an important role as a research platform. The areas where Norway spearheads research includes climate system, ecosystem and biogeochemical environment. It also focuses on the glacier and ice-sheet dynamics and marine ecosystems in Antarctica.
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NCPOR, erstwhile National Centre for Antarctica and Ocean Research, is an Autonomous body under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Govt. of India, situated in Goa. The mandate of the centre is to plan, promote, coordinate and implement scientific research in the polar regions and the surrounding realms. The Centre is also designated as the nodal organisation for the co- ordination and implementation of the Indian Antarctic Programme, including the maintenance of India’s permanent station in Antarctica. Besides organising expeditions, NCPOR also maintains the Indian research bases in Antarctica (Maitri and Bharati), Arctic (Himadri) and Himalayas (Himansh).
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IITM is an autonomous organisation under MoES. IITM strives towards development of outstanding research talent capable of understanding and exploring enlightened and effective Atmospheric sciences, along with furthering the advancement of Research in Ocean-Atmosphere by undertaking relevant scientific programmes and collaborate with other similar research institutions, in the development and application of climate study.
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Samhitha Marine, a professional business support services organisation focused on marine & oceanography, underwater systems, deep sea technology etc. is working in the Indian market, as technical associates for world leading companies of repute – helping them establish business and sustaining in-country operational support. Samhitha Marine is evolving new approaches, and defining strategic alignment to provide turnkey solutions.
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Our Group is committed to provide the best End to End solutions in the field of Deep Sea Exploration & Mining, Oil & Gas, Geophysical, Marine & Oceanography, Environmental Sciences and Research, New Age Design & Construction of Research Station, Logistic support & Aviation operations for Polar Regions, and Nuclear Energy Applications for the past 30 years. Our Group has been instrumental in bringing new technologies into India.
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Established in 1942, Norinco is a multi-faceted organization committed to providing holistic solutions to partners, customers and stakeholders. Established in 1942, Norinco has grown to service a range of business verticals such as Marine Equipment, Oceanographic Research & Equipment, Steel and Hydrogen. The only company in India certified exclusively for Annual Maintenance Contract for Marine Scientific Research Equipment under ISO 9001-2015.
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Finland is one of the eight Arctic States and a permanent member of the Arctic Council. Finland underlines the role of the Arctic Council as a pre-eminent format for circumpolar Arctic cooperation. Finland’s Arctic Policy Strategy was published in June 2021. The aim of the strategy is to promote sustainable activities in four priority areas: climate change, inhabitants, expertise, infrastructure and logistics. All activities in the Arctic must be based on nature’s carrying capacity, climate protection and the principles of sustainable development and respect for the rights of indigenous peoples.
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The Embassy of Iceland in New Delhi was formally opened in 2006. The Embassy's mission is to strengthen and promote political, economic and cultural relations between Iceland and India. The Embassy promotes Icelandic arts and culture, participates in and supports initiatives by artists, institutions, festivals and others. Through its presence in New Delhi, the Embassy also aims at building up solid knowledge of the current status and future prospects of different sectors of the Indian economy; monitor the development of the legal framework for bilateral trade and investment.
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The Climate Change Programme(CCP)- SPLICE division of the Department of Science & Technology, Ministry of Science & Technology is entrusted with the responsibility of coordinating two out of the eight national missions on climate change. These are- National Mission for Sustaining Himalayan Ecosystem (NMSHE) and National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change (NMSKCC). Both of these missions - NMSHE & NMSKCC - focus on building national S&T capacities in the area of climate change. The department has achieved significant milestones in the two missions.
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The National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR) an attached office of Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), undertakes multi-disciplinary research on Marine and Coastal Pollution, Coastal Processes and Hazards, Coastal Habitats and Ecosystems and provides scientific and technical support for the sustainable management of the coastal areas. NCCR is envisaged to develop and improve the country's capabilities in addressing the challenging problems prevailing in the coastal zone, which have societal, economical and environmental implications.
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NIOT is an autonomous organisation under MoES, Govt. of India. It has been playing a pivotal role in developing reliable indigenous technologies with applications focussed on the sustainable utilisation of oceanic resources, especially in the context of the Deep Ocean Mission. Its technologies in the domain of deep sea, energy and freshwater, ocean observations, coastal environmental engineering and marine biotechnology have been outstanding.
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National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) is one of the primary centres of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space (DOS). NRSC has the mandate for establishment of ground stations for receiving satellite data, generation of data products, dissemination to the users, development of techniques for remote sensing applications including disaster management support, geospatial services for good governance and capacity building for professionals, faculty and students.
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National Center for Seismology (NCS) is the nodal agency of the Government of India for monitoring earthquake activity in the country. NCS maintains the National Seismological Network of more than 150 stations each having state of art equipment and spreading all across the country. NCS monitors earthquake activity all across the country through its 24x7 around-the-clock monitoring center. NCS also monitors earthquake swarm and aftershock by deploying a temporary observatory close to the affected region.
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India Meteorological Department was established in 1875. It is the National Meteorological Service of the country and the principal government agency in all matters relating to meteorology and allied subjects. It is entrusted to take meteorological observations and to provide current and forecast meteorological information for optimum operation of weather-sensitive activities like agriculture, irrigation, shipping, aviation, offshore oil explorations, etc.
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ESSO-INCOIS was established as an autonomous body in 1999 under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and is a unit of the Earth System Science Organisation (ESSO). ESSO- INCOIS is mandated to provide the best possible ocean information and advisory services to society, industry, government agencies and the scientific community through sustained ocean observations and constant improvements through systematic and focussed research. INCOIS is entrusted to provide ocean data, information and advisory services to society, industry, the government and the scientific community through sustained ocean observations and constant improvements through systematic and focused research in information management and ocean modelling.
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The Geological Survey of India (GSI) was set up in 1851 primarily to find coal deposits for the Railways. The arrival of Sir Thomas Oldham, Professor of Geology at Trinity College Dublin and the Chief of Irish Geological Survey at Calcutta on 4th March 1851, marked the beginning of the continuous period of the Geological Survey of India. Over the years, it has not only grown into a repository of geo-science information required in various fields in the country, but has also attained the status of a geo-scientific organisation of international repute. The main functions of GSI relate to creation and updation of national geoscientific information and mineral resource assessment.
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Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the space agency of India, formed on August 15, 1969. The organisation is involved in science, engineering and technology to harvest the benefits of outer space for India and mankind. ISRO is a major constituent of the Department of Space (DOS), Government of India. The department executes the Indian Space Programme Primarily through various Centres or units within ISRO. The prime objective of ISRO/DOS is the development and application of space technology for various national needs. To fulfil this objective, ISRO has established major space systems for communication, television broadcasting and meteorological services; resources monitoring and management; space-based navigation services.
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The CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI) is a constituent research laboratory of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). The institute was established in 1961 with the mission to conduct research in multidisciplinary areas of the Earth system's highly complex structure and processes and its extensively interlinked subsystems. CSIR-NGRI is mandated to research for public-good science to enable government agencies and public and private sector stakeholders to make informed decisions about the use of geo-resources sustainably and improve preparedness and resilience to natural hazards. It is the vision of CSIR-NGRI to develop the knowledge base of Earth system processes and apply it to devise strategies to minimize loss of life and property from a natural disaster as well as manage water, energy, and mineral resources for enhancing the quality of life.
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