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.
Madhya Pradesh has taken step to combat stubble burning. The Chief Minister, Mohan Yadav, announced that farmers who engage in this practice will lose access to the Chief...
Recent studies indicate that over 60 per cent of the global population has experienced sudden temperature swings, termed "temperature flips," in the past six decades. These flips involve...
Recent research by the Zoological Survey of India has clarified the taxonomic status of South Asian treeshrews. These small mammals, often mistaken for squirrels, belong to a unique...
The River Cities Alliance (RCA) is a pioneering initiative aimed at integrating river-sensitive urban planning in India. Launched in 2021, it is led by the Ministry of Jal...
The Technology Development Board (TDB) has progressed in promoting clean air technologies in India. Recently, TDB provided financial support to Urban Air Labs Private Limited, based in Gurugram....
Recent studies highlight the role of major fossil fuel companies in exacerbating climate change impacts. Research indicates that five global oil giants — Chevron, ExxonMobil, Saudi Aramco, Gazprom,...
As global delegates prepare for chemical safety summit in Geneva, Indian experts are urging an immediate ban on chlorpyrifos. This pesticide is still prevalent in India despite being...
The illegal wildlife trade has taken a new turn with the recent case involving Messor cephalotes, a rare species of harvester ant. On April 15, 2025, a court...
In the remote regions of Papua New Guinea, biodiversity continues to reveal its secrets. Misima Island, part of the Louisiade Archipelago, has recently become the centre of attention...
In June 2023, New York City experienced an unprecedented event due to smoke from massive wildfires in Canada. This smoke caused a dramatic cooling effect of approximately 3...
