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.
The Atal Bhujal Yojana, initiated in April 2020, aims to enhance groundwater sustainability across India. Initially implemented in seven states, the scheme has shown positive results in improving...
India Energy Week (IEW) 2025 is set to be a very important event in the global energy sector. Amidst recent sanctions on Russian crude oil, India seeks to...
Monitoring the characteristics of lakes is vital for the sustainability of their ecosystems. Recent studies highlight the environmental pressures lakes face due to urbanisation and industrialisation. Lake Sapanca...
The African Urban Heat Summit took place on February 6, 2025, in Sierra Leone. This event marked step in addressing extreme heat challenges faced by African cities. Organised...
Kenya's rich biodiversity is facing unprecedented challenges. A recent report by Nature Kenya marks the urgent need for conservation measures. The report, titled Kenya’s Key Biodiversity Areas Status...
The global average surface air temperature reached a record high of 1.75 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. This spike occurred despite the onset of La Niña conditions, which...
The ambitious Rs 21,000 crore transmission project in Ladakh aims to evacuate power from one of India's largest planned renewable energy parks. This initiative is set against a...
The issue of human-elephant conflict has gained attention in recent years, particularly in north Chhattisgarh. A recent study published by researchers from the Wildlife Institute of India marks...
Recent bird surveys at the Periyar Tiger Reserve (PTR) have revealed findings. Conducted by the Forest Department, this four-day survey identified four new bird species. These species include...
Recent developments in potash mining have emerged in Punjab and Rajasthan. The Punjab Mining Minister, Barinder Kumar Goyal, announced plans to explore potash mining in Fazilka and Sri...
