Regenerative agricultural practices such as no-tillage, cover cropping, and crop rotation are known to improve on-farm soil ecosystem functioning, but their long-term effects on hydrological processes and water quality at the watershed scale are largely unknown. The goal of this study was to assess the watershed scale effects of implementing regenerative practices on streamflow, and sediment and nutrient losses in the Double Mountain Fork of the Brazos River Watershed and the Upper Middle-Brazos-Miller Watershed in Texas using the Agricultural Policy/Environmental eXtender (APEX) model. Measured data on streamflow, sediment and nutrient concentrations at the United States Geological Survey (USGS) gages, and crop yield data from the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) were used to evaluate the models. Long-term simulations were run with the evaluated models with the baseline conventional practices and alternate scenarios with different combinations of regenerative agricultural practices. Results from the Double Mountain Fork of the Brazos River Watershed indicated that streamflow, sediment losses and nutrient losses reduced within the ranges of 37% to 52%, 21% to 32%, and 10% to 48%, respectively under regenerative practices as compared to conventional practices. In the Upper Middle-Brazos-Miller Watershed, a 42% reduction in streamflow was simulated with the change in management from conventional tillage to no-tillage. A reduction in streamflow flashiness and an increase in baseflow were also simulated at the watershed outlet when changing management. Findings from this study provide valuable insights to stakeholders and enable them to consider implementation of regenerative agricultural practices, and aid in the efforts of enhancing efficient use of soil and water resources.

Dr. Gourav Dhar Bhowmick is an Assistant Professor at the Agricultural and Food Engineering Department of IIT Kharagpur, India. His research focuses on advanced 3D agri-aquacultural and hybrid bio-electrochemical wastewater treatment systems. A BCSC postdoctoral fellow from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel, proud alumnus of IIT Kharagpur, and GYTI Award-2016 recipient, his work drives innovation in wastewater treatment, bioenergy, and sustainable agriculture, inspiring technologists and entrepreneurs towards a greener future.

The 15th Structural Engineering Convention an international conference sponsored by the Indian Association for Structural Engineering (IASE), will be held at the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad. In 1997, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras and CSIR- Structural Engineering Research Centre (SERC) in Chennai started this biennial event, which has now expanded to fourteen conventions across the country. Now, IIT Hyderabad is hosting the fifteenth convention. The primary objective of SEC-2026 is to advance and uphold a safe and sustainable construction industry and quality research in the country. The conference will feature a diverse array of traditional paper presentations from researchers around the globe, complemented by keynote addresses from distinguished invited speakers. In addition, the event will facilitate in-depth discussions on cutting-edge technologies and emerging challenges in the field of structural engineering. The IIT Hyderabad community is honored to host SEC-2026 and extends a warm invitation to all professionals, researchers, and industry stakeholders to participate and contribute to this significant event.

The Transportation Systems Engineering (TSE) Group, Department of Civil Engineering, in association with the ITS India Forum and the OMI Foundation, is organizing the First ITS India Congress on 6–7 November 2025 at IIT Hyderabad. This focused conference on Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) aims to bring together academia, industry professionals, and policymakers to discuss emerging technologies and innovations that are shaping the future of mobility. With rapid urbanization and the growing demand for smart and sustainable transportation, ITS is playing a crucial role in improving safety, efficiency, and overall mobility experience. The Congress will provide an excellent platform to exchange ideas, present research, explore collaborations, and engage in meaningful discussions on the future of transportation in India.