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 incidents in Kerala highlight the urgent need for increased funding to address man-animal conflict. Congress Member of Parliament Priyanka Gandhi has reached out to Chief Minister Pinarayi...
Mount Dukono, an active volcano in Indonesia, recently erupted, causing concern. The eruption occurred on Thursday, sending ash clouds soaring up to 2,000 metres into the atmosphere. This...
In a recent ruling, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) Eastern Bench dismissed a petition concerning the construction of two five-star hotels adjacent to Kaziranga National Park and Tiger...
The Soliga tribal community inhabits the Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve in Karnataka. Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought into light their role in tiger conservation during the...
The Wayanad forests in India are currently witnessing ecological shift due to the invasion of Senna spectabilis, an alien tree species. This tree, originally introduced for shade in...
Whale strandings are marine phenomenon. Recently, Australian authorities announced the euthanasia of approximately 90 false killer whales after a mass stranding near Arthur River in Tasmania. This incident...
Recent studies highlight the alarming rise in global sea levels, primarily driven by climate change. Research indicates that glaciers have been losing 273 billion tonnes of ice annually,...
India has recently taken over the Chairmanship of the Bay of Bengal (BOB) Inter-Governmental Organisation (IGO) from Bangladesh. This transition occurred during the 13th Governing Council Meeting held...
In a remarkable environmental event, 650,000 endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles have arrived at Rushikulya beach in Odisha's Ganjam district for mass nesting. This occurrence follows a two-year...
A new plant species named Strobilanthes gigantra was discovered in Arunachal Pradesh. This discovery marks the rich biodiversity of the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR). Strobilanthes gigantra is notable...
