Disaster management involves preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies. It includes planning, training, and resource allocation. Effective communication is crucial during crises. Governments and organisations collaborate to minimise risks. Community involvement enhances resilience. Legal frameworks guide disaster response efforts. Cultural factors influence recovery strategies. Understanding geography aids in risk assessment. Overall, disaster management aims to protect lives and property.
Recent studies have cast doubt on the effectiveness and safety of geoengineering methods aimed at protecting polar regions. A team led by Professor Martin Siegert from the University...
Recent studies reveal that the average size of trees in the Amazon rainforest has increased steadily over the past decades. This growth is attributed primarily to rising atmospheric...
Wastewater surveillance has become a vital tool in tracking infectious diseases. It offers early warnings by detecting pathogens in sewage and public spaces. This method complements traditional clinical...
India’s bioeconomy has witnessed remarkable growth, expanding sixteenfold from $10 billion in 2014 to $165.7 billion in 2024. It now accounts for 4.25% of the country’s GDP and...
Maize, the world’s most widely grown grain, faces increasing threats from pests and climate change. Recent research reveals a natural plant communication system using linalool. This discovery offers...
The Government of India proposed that all new air conditioning systems operate within a temperature range of 20°C to 28°C, with 24°C as the default. The Bureau of...
Recent efforts in 2025 have seen a large-scale conservation and flood mitigation project on the Vishwamitri river in Vadodara. This Rs 1,200-crore initiative was launched after severe floods...
India marks 25 years since its first Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Management Rules were introduced in 2000. Despite regulatory expansions and infrastructure investments, many cities still face severe...
The year 2025 witnessed severe cloudbursts and flash floods across the Indian Himalayan region. These events caused massive loss of life and property. They also brought into light...
The Supreme Court of India recently directed all states and union territories to define forest in line with its dictionary meaning. This follows earlier landmark judgements aimed at...
