Snow cover plays an important role both globally and regionally as it reflects a large portion of the insolation, therefore keeping the Earth’s radiation budget in balance. Snow cover is important for local water availability, river run-off and groundwater recharge, especially in middle and high latitudes. Glaciers are mass of snow, ice, water and rock debris slowly moving down a Continue Reading »

The Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS) - is a constituent unit of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, Govt. of India. Since its establishment in 1966, IIRS is a key player for training and capacity building in geospatial technology and its applications through training, education and research in Southeast Asia. The training, education and capacity building programmes Continue Reading »