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 data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reveals a modest decline in the number of Indian river locations unfit for bathing. The 2023 report shows 807...
Noise pollution is an emerging health hazard in Indian urban areas. Despite its legal status as an air pollutant, noise remains poorly monitored and inadequately controlled. High noise...
The use of single-use plastic (SUP) remains widespread in Karnataka despite longstanding bans. Bengaluru’s streets are cluttered with plastic bags, cups, and cutlery. The State faces enforcement challenges,...
The Supreme Court of India has recently raised the issue of prosecuting farmers who burn crop residue to prepare fields for the rabi season. This practice, known as...
India’s forest resources face an acute crisis of encroachment as of 2025. Over 1.3 million hectares of forest land are illegally occupied across 25 States and Union Territories....
Indian cities in 2025 face a new climate reality. Beyond familiar hazards like heatwaves and floods, systemic risks are reshaping urban growth, infrastructure stability, and finance. Migration driven...
The monsoon season of 2025 has severely impacted northern India’s Himalayan states. Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Uttarakhand faced devastating floods, landslides, and cloudbursts. These events...
The southwest monsoon in India has begun withdrawing earlier than usual in 2025. Despite this, rainfall was about 7 per cent above average. Weather forecasts predict continued rain...
Recent heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh has caused severe landslides, flash floods, and swollen rivers. Multiple districts including Dehradun have witnessed destruction and loss of life....
The Green Credit Programme (GCP) represents a new market-based incentive to encourage sustainable agricultural and forestry practices. Since its launch in 2023, the programme has evolved to focus...
