Baljeet Singh Saharan

Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University | CCS · Department of Microbiology

A total of fifteen yeast strains were isolated from natural sources including fruits, soil, molasses, honey and a variety of indigeneous fermented foods. Screening of these strains for growth, ethanol production and glucoamylase activity led to selection of a yeast strain SM-10 identified as S. diastaticus having maximum glucoamylase activity (80 u...

Distillery effluent retains very dark brown color even after anaerobic treatment due to presence of various water soluble, recalcitrant and coloring compounds mainly melanoidins. In laboratory conditions, melanoidin decolorizing bacteria was isolated and optimized the cultural conditions at various incubation temperatures, pH, carbon sources, nitro...

Development of an effective plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) inoculant necessitates the presence of a diverse set of traits that can help its colonization of the rhizosphere and survival under varying environmental conditions. In our investigation, a set of 100 bacterial isolates from the rhizosphere of wheat plants were screened initial...

The agricultural sector plays an essential role in both human and economic growth, offering sustenance, employment, income, raw materials, technological progress, and sustainability. The growing awareness of the necessity to enhance agricultural production is gaining attention, primarily driven by the imperative to adequately nourish the continuous...

Chromium is an essential element in various industrial processes, including stainless steel production, electroplating, metal finishing, leather tanning, photography, and textile manufacturing. However, it is also a well-documented contaminant of aquatic systems and agricultural land, posing significant economic and health challenges. The hexavalen...

Microbial biofilms are organized bacterial populations that stick to surfaces and are encased in an extracellular polymeric substances (EPS). Biofilms can form on both animate and inanimate surfaces and are acknowledged for their resilience against environmental stresses and antimicrobial agents. Extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) are respons...

Sustainable agriculture is imperative for meeting global food demands while safeguarding the environment and natural resources. One promising strategy involves leveraging beneficial microorganisms such as Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) and plant-associated bacteria to enhance agricultural sustainability. This manuscript delves into the synergis...

The urgent need for innovative solutions to global environmental challenges has driven the convergence of biology and nanotechnology, resulting in the emergence of bionanotechnology as a transformative force. This comprehensive review paper explores the fundamental principles, applications, benefits, and potential risks associated with harnessing b...

A wide range of contaminants in surface and ground waters have a substantial impact on the water system. Water contamination is a source of concern for society due to the enormous negative consequences on both humans and the environment. Traditional wastewater treatment procedures such as physicochem-ical processes (chlorination, ozonation, and flo...

Plant pathogens pose a significant threat to agricultural production due to their ability to cause diseases with substantial economic and environmental consequences. Effective management of plant pathogens is crucial for ensuring global food security and sustainability in agriculture. Biocontrol agents (BCAs) offer eco-friendly alternatives to conv...

Antimicrobial resistance in agriculture is a global concern that is growing every day. As a result, there is increasing interest in investigating different approaches to disease control in both plants and animals. Research on the identification and synthesis of antimicrobial compounds derived from plants and microbes has exploded in the last few ye...

The transmission of viruses between different animal species and humans can lead to the emergence of new infectious diseases with unpredictable pathogenic potential. COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2, has had a significant impact on human health and the global economy. The disease is characterized by symptoms such as dry cough, fatigue, muscle pain, f...

Background: Various microbes and allergens are responsible to cause keratoconjunctivitis. But the viral agents are mostly associated with this ocular illness. Adenovirus, Herpes simplex virus (HSV), and enterovirus are the main causative agents. Among those, HSV is of great concern as it can lead to encephalitis.Aim: To determine the prevalence and...

The continuous growth of the world’s population and the escalating demand for food raise serious concerns about the future of agriculture. According to FAO’s estimates, agricultural product demand is expected to rise by 60% by 2030. However, the increasing use of chemical fertilizers has shown adverse effects on the environment and living organisms...

Drought is one of the main problems in the world affecting the yields of plants. Climate change has led to increased droughts affecting food security and sustainable development goals (SDGs) targets. Applying biochar and Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) can effectively increase soil fertility and crop yields under drought conditions. This study h...

Purpose: To know the burden of infectious and non-infectious agents associated with ocular infection in pre pandemic and Covid-19 pandemic period with special emphasis on clinical presentation. Methods: Demographic, clinical and associated comorbidities, details were collected from the patients presenting to the ophthalmologist in Andaman Islands f...

Microplastics are pieces of plastic less than 5 mm in size. They have emerged as a global environ mental issue due to their prevalence in natural environments. They emanate from multiple sources and persist in aquatic environments, resulting in their bioaccumulation, which has di verse ecological health consequences. This article delves into the ma...

Nanotechnology, with its distinctive characteristics and versatile applications, demonstrates considerable potential in detecting, removing, and degrading pollutants such as heavy metals, organic compounds, and microplastics. The utilization of nanotechnology for environmental remediation presents a promising and innovative approach to tackle the g...

Laccase is an extracellular enzyme that is widely used in the decolonization of textile dyes in waste water. The aim of our study was to isolate, purify, characterize and immobilize the laccase enzyme produced by Trametes versicolor HBB 7328. Purified laccase enzyme was immobilized in polyacrylamide gel to explore its ability in decolonization of t...

Te possibility of developing waste by-products of food processing into functional food additives along with probiotics is an interesting avenue to research. Tis study investigated the nutritional and functional attributes of dried mango peel powder (MPP) of Langra cultivar and its putative potential to act as a prebiotic in the presence of two prob...

Zinc (Zn) is essential for optimal growth and nutrition of plant and zinc solubilizing bacteria (ZSB) enhance its accessibility for plants by converting insoluble forms into usable ones. The primary objective of current research was to isolate and identify Zn solubilizing strains from onion rhizosphere and evaluate their ability to solubilize diffe...

Biochar, a carbon black substance with immense value, has been utilized since the Pre-Columbian Era to enhance soil fertility and support crop growth. Modern society has embraced this practice and developed nano-sized biochar, known as nano-biochar (nano-BC). The process of synthesizing nano-BC involves the pyrolysis of various feedstock materials,...

Plants respond to environmental pollutants and experience several abiotic stresses, among which heavy metal stress has been a serious concern in the global scientific community due to its yield-limiting effects on crop plants. Heavy metals intrude into the plant defense system and interfere with the cellular machinery, leading to metal toxicity and...

In order to meet the rising need for food around the world, more sustainable agriculture practices need to be created. These practices should ensure increased production and yield stability. Adverse abiotic conditions can result in significant reductions in crop yields, posing a significant challenge to agriculture. To address this issue and meet t...

Introduction Human adenoviruses are common causes of many acute illnesses, and keratoconjunctivitis is one of them. Acute infections, if left untreated, can progress to severity, thus causing morbidities and mortalities. It belongs to the mastadenovirus family and is characterized by seven subgenus, i.e., A-G; among those, Adenovirus D8 is the most...

Polymers have been used in various industries over the past few decades due to their tremendous applications. Among these, polyhydroxyalkanoates and poly(lactic acid) are easily biodegradable biopolymers derived from bacteria, including recombinant Escherichia coli, Alcaligenes eutrophus, Alcaligenes latus, Azotobacter vinelandii, methylotrophs and...

The impact of Viral Transport Media (VTM) components on the efficacy and accuracy of high-throughput Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) techniques is a subject of paramount importance in the field of viral genomics and diagnostics. VTMs play a pivotal role in preserving viral samples, and their composition can profoundly influence the quality and rel...

Mycomicrobiology is a burgeoning field that explores the intricate relationships between fungi and microorganisms, shedding light on the multifaceted roles these interactions play in various ecological niches. This review paper provides a comprehensive overview of mycomicrobiology, highlighting the diverse associations between fungi and bacteria, a...

Itaconic acid is one of industrially important organic acid having wide application in environmental protection, food and textile industries. Microorganisms mainly fungi have vast potential to be exploited for itaconic acid production. But low yield and higher cost of production are major drawback creating a settle back for industrial production. T...

The HCV RNA quantification provides insight for treating and curing the HCV (Hepatitis C Virus) and HCC (Hepatocellular Carcinoma). This study deals with the molecular profiling of HCV RNA viral load and the molecular investigation of the HCV RNA genotypes. The distribution of various genotypes among the population is studied in this paper. Total 9...

The present study was carried out to evaluate the hypoglycemic ability and antioxidant activities of lactic acid bacterial strain L. acidophilus NCDC 291 and to investigate the probiotic characteristics of the strain as well as its suitability as an alternative antimutagenic agent. The antidiabetic activity was examined by evaluating the α-glucos...

Ageing is inevitable and poses a universal challenge for all living organisms, including humans. The human body experiences rapid cell division and metabolism until approximately twenty-five years of age, after which the accumulation of metabolic by-products and cellular damage leads to age-related diseases. Neurodegenerative diseases are of concer...

Carbonaceous substances that are highly porous, have a high adsorptive capacity, are physiochemically stable, have a large surface area, and have a high level of surface reactivity are often referred to as activated charcoal. Today, activated charcoal is used for a range of agricultural and environmental purposes within the context of the circular...

The purpose of this study was to identify the geographic variability and mapping of different soil properties using geospatial techniques at DDUCE-OF Farm. For this purpose, surface soil samples (0-15 cm depth) were collected with the help of GPS at definite locations of research farm area at DDUCE-OF, CCSHAU, Hisar during rabi, 2021. These samples...

Mitigation of biotic as well as abiotic stresses by native rhizospheric bacteria in Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) under natural farming conditions.

Biofertilizers encourage plant growth by increasing the availability of nutrients including nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium, zinc, and iron to the target crop. They can be an effective substitute for chemical fertilisers since they don't create environmental disruption. Frequently, they are put on the plant's surface, the soil, or the seeds. Biofe...

Increased milk production has boosted the market of milk-driven products, and as a result, the by-product production has also increased, which is a challenge to dispose of. Whey, a cheese by-product, is also increasing yearly, and its disposal in water bodies is responsible for water pollution and thus is an issue for the dairy sector. In this cont...

Increased milk production has boosted the market of milk-driven products, and as a result, the by-product production has also increased, which is a challenge to dispose of. Whey, a cheese by-product, is also increasing yearly, and its disposal in water bodies is responsible for water pollution and thus is an issue for the dairy sector. In this cont...

The current study emphasizes fungi as an important tool against heavy metals and how isolated fungal species can be used to create a successful strategy for the bioremediation of chromium and arsenic-contaminated sites/soils. Globally, heavy metal pollution is a serious issue. In the current investigation, contaminated sites were chosen, and sample...

Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF), utilizing natural resources, multiple cropping systems, and cow-dung- and urine-based products to improve soil biology, has been practiced by thousands of farmers in India. However, without any scientific proof, this traditional and ancient technique is mocked as a bugged theory in the scientific community. In th...

Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF), utilizing natural resources, multiple cropping systems, and cow-dung-and urine-based products to improve soil biology, has been practiced by thousands of farmers in India. However, without any scientific proof, this traditional and ancient technique is mocked as a bugged theory in the scientific community. In the...

Growers, food processors, distributors, retailers, consumers, and waste managers can all play a role in ensuring a sustainable agricultural system. A wide range of microbial species can produce phytohormones, with the majority of research focusing on the production and function of auxin. Microbial phytohormone production is a potent mechanism for m...

Natural farming means the farming with the help of micro-organisms. In this system of farming, considering the land as a living entity, we exercise all the cropping activities, which enhance the number of bacterial colonies in the soil. Microbes and earthworms have been each other’s coworkers since time immemorial. When the number of one increases,...

Biofouling roots damage to membrane bioreactors (MBRs), such as physical, functional and organisational changes and even therefore clogging of the membrane pores and successive microbial degradation. Further, it blocks the pores, results into a biomass cake and in due course reduces the membrane flux and leads to an increase in the operational cost...

Abstract: Pesticides are essential to contemporary agriculture and are required to safeguard plants from hazardous pests, diseases, and weeds. In addition to harming the environment, overusing these pesticides causes pests to become resistant over time. Alternative methods and agrochemicals are therefore required to combat resistance. A potential s...

Agriculture production faces many abiotic stresses, mainly drought, salinity, low and high temperature. These abiotic stresses inhibit plants’ genetic potential, which is the cause of huge reduction in crop productivity, decrease potent yields for important crop plants by more than 50% and imbalance agriculture’s sustainability. They lead to change...

The present study was aimed to evaluate the antidiabetic and antioxidant activities of a lactic acid bacterial strain ‘Lactobacillus casei NCDC 357’, and to investigate its probiotic characteristics. The antidiabetic activity was examined by evaluating the α-glucosidase and a-amylase inhibitory activities. L. casei strain NCDC 357 exhibited antidia...

Natural farming is the demand of the day. Vegetables are the fresh, edible part of herbaceous plant. Vegetable farming involves growing crops like peas, carrots, and tomatoes in soil. They can be eaten raw or cooked. The edible part may be the root, such as rutabagas, beets, carrots, and sweet potatoes; storage tuber or stalk such as potatoes and t...

A rooftop vegetable garden is a way for upgrading urban agricultural initiatives, which can enhance neighborhood food security and nutrition while lowering reliance on the world's energy-intensive food system. Agricultural production, ecology, health, and the level of poverty in a city are all impacted by urban farming. Although there are signif...

Climate change-induced environmental changes are disturbing natural habitats and microbial biodiversity. Rising temperatures are affecting biodiversity, while changes in rainfall patterns, extreme weather events and ocean acidification have put pressure on species that are already threatened by anthropogenic activities. Biofertilizers are the l...

Objective. The purpose of the study was to ascertain Oral Health Related Quality of Life (OHRQOL) and evaluate oralhygiene prac�tices in patients visiting a dental institution during COVID-19 time. Materials and methods. Face-to face interviews were conducted using a semi-structured close-ended questionnaire,assessing oral hygiene practices and...

Studies were conducted on Subhash Palekar Natural Farming (SPNF) [formerly known as Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF)] practised at 72 ha farm of Gurukul Kurukshetra, Haryana, India. Soil samples at different times were collected and got analyzed from different premier institutes of India. The results revealed that there was significant enric...

The management of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) is one of the biggest concerns in India. Due to increasing production of municipal solid waste, and their complex management, the traditional waste treatment methods needs to innovate by shifting toward smarter and more efficient modes. This article emphasizes the waste characteristics, their adverse...

The aim of present investigation was to examine the potential of indigenous bacteria, isolated from textile effluent contaminated soil samples for decolorization of textile dye (Direct blue 53) and textile effluent. Bacterial isolates were evaluated for decolorization in mineral medium amended with Direct blue dye at varying concentration of 10...

Decolourization, Direct blue dye, Textile Effluent, Azo dye The aim of present investigation was to examine the potential of indigenous bacteria, isolated from textile effluent contaminated soil samples for decolorization of textile dye (Direct blue 53) and textile effluent. Bacterial isolates were evaluated for decolorization in mineral medium ame...

Plant–microbe interaction protects the plant from various phytopathogens. Over time, the demand for horticultural products has increased significantly across the globe. The increasing human population requires more agricultural produce. Recently, the increased usage of inorganic fertilizers has deteriorated the soil quality. The uncontrolled usage...

Background Subcortical brain structures play a key role in pathological processes of age-related neurodegenerative disorders. Mounting evidence also suggests that early-life factors may have an impact on the development of common late-life neurological diseases, including genetic factors that can influence both brain maturation and neurodegeneratio...

A long term experiment was conducted at CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Regional Research Station, Uchani (Karnal), India. Assessment of fix and rotational herbicides with and without green manure on the microbial population were studied in wheat crop during 2017-18. The treatments included fix/continuous herbicide (Clodinafop) and rotational...

The antagonistic potential of bacteria is being applied to biocontrol the infectious diseases caused by pathogenic fungi in plants that are one of the major threats to the growth and productivity of crop plants. In the present study, bacterial strains were isolated from soil samples collected from the rhizosphere of Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) and Wh...

Considering the ever-increasing global population and finite arable land, technology and sustainable agricultural practices are required to improve crop yield. This book examines the interaction between plants and microbes and considers the use of advanced techniques such as genetic engineering, revolutionary gene editing technologies, and their ap...

PV panel installation on rooftops is increasing all around the world. The negative effect of the temperature increment on the performance of the PV panels is known. This study aims to evaluate the effect of the gap between the panels and rooftop on the effectiveness of free natural convection to pick up heat from the PV panel. The experimental and...

A promising method that can improve the bioavailability and biodegradability of polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) is the use of biosurfactants. In this work, Biosurfactants produced from lactic acid bacteria were utilized for bioremediation of Benzo(a)Pyrene. Besides, lignocellulosic waste (Luffa acutangula) was also used as a carbon source for produ...

The present study was aimed to characterize the bacterial isolate DDI(I)1 isolated from the rhizospheric soil of Ocimum grown in New Delhi (India). The isolate exhibited multiple plant growth promoting activities namely ammonia production, production of phytohormones, hydrogen cyanide, solubilization of minerals, tolerance against heavy metals,...

This paper examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on remittance inflows to Samoa. The study finds that COVID-19 has led to increased remittance inflows to Samoa from Australia and New Zealand; however, remittances from the United States have declined.

This study examines the impact of government expenditure on economic growth in Vanuatu for the period 1981 to 2016. We first examined the effects of government expenditure on economic growth when government expenditure is financed by tax revenues, non-tax revenues, and budget deficit/surplus. Secondly, we examined the effects of government expendit...

Nowadays, people desire to look attractive and have become very alert about their appearance and smile. Since the face is most exposed part of our body, and mouth a prominent feature, teeth are getting enormous share of attention. Intraoral jewellery has currently gained popularity and is slowly becoming a craze, but this fashion trend is also asso...