GIS
UNITAR: Geospatial Technologies for Flood and Drought Management in East Africa
In the past decade, countries in East Africa have experienced several flood and drought related disasters. These events have led to severe economic and livelihood loss, which in turn greatly
Gaofen-4 – China’s First High Orbit Remote Sensing Satellite Put Into Use
PTI- China’s first high orbit remote sensing satellite, Gaofen-4, said to be the world’s most sophisticated, became operational after six months in-orbit testing, it was announced today. Gaofen-4 is China’s
French Defence Major Thales Eyes Indian UAV Market
French defence major Thales is eyeing the multi-billion dollar Indian UAV market as it aims to increase its presence here by also dipping into the small and medium scale defence
‘Geospatial Bill’ Step in Right Direction, But Needs Revamping: FICCI
FICCI said that govt should reconsider some aspects regarding mechanism for acquisition, storage, dissemination and distribution of data The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) appreciated the
Botswana Geoscience Portal Goes Live
Online portal improves access to geoscience data from Africa Geosoft recently announced the launch of the Botswana Geoscience Portal, a partnership initiative with the Botswana Geoscience Institute and industry sponsors. Developed
China Releases Remote Sensing Data for Environment Protection
BEIJING, June 6 (Xinhua) — China released a remote sensing report on Monday, detailing ecological information related to land cover, vegetation, agricultural conditions and marine environment on a global scale.
Singapore: Urban Redevelopment Authority Launches Online Portal for Information on Land Matters
Recently, the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has revamped its online map services with new and enhanced features to make information more easily accessible and online transactions effortless. The new portal,
Bangladesh Govt to Form National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI)
According to recent news, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said her government would soon form ‘National Spatial Data Infrastructure’ (NSDI) to generate geo-data and digital mapping aimed at country’s planned development.
Japan Adopted GIS-based Mapping to Protects Children’s Lives
According to recent news, the Chiba prefectural police has distributed commuting route maps among schools, indicating spots where students have been injured or killed in traffic accidents. The initiative was carried with
Unleash Agri-Production With Geospatial Technology
Contributed By:- “Food security exists when all people, at all times, have physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food that meets their dietary needs and food
