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.
Uttarakhand is taking steps to enhance disaster management related to glacial lakes. The Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority (USDMA) is spearheading a comprehensive action plan for studying and...
In January 2025, three tigers and a leopard died from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 at the Balasaheb Thackeray Gorewada International Zoological Park in Nagpur. This incident...
The Asian Water Bird Census took place on January 5, 2025, in the Godavari estuary. This annual event involved local and migratory bird species assessments. The Forest Department...
Tree species globally face threats. Recent research indicates that over one in three tree species is at risk of extinction. Human activities such as deforestation, climate change, and...
In January 2025, Gujarat will host India's inaugural census of coastal and wader birds at the Marine National Park and Sanctuary in Jamnagar. This landmark event is a...
Recent reports indicate a concerning trend in Rajasthan's Dausa district, where three individuals were injured due to an attack by a tiger that strayed from the Sariska Tiger...
Recent studies have revealed a new ant species named Tapinoma onaele in the Western Ghats of Karnataka. This discovery marks the ecological significance of leaf litter in forest...
The year 2024 marked challenges for the United Nations' efforts to tackle pressing environmental issues. Four major summits, held in Colombia, Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, and South Korea, failed...
India is focusing heavily on solar energy as part of its renewable energy strategy. As of September 2024, the country has a total solar capacity of approximately 748,990...
Ebola virus disease is a severe and often deadly illness caused by the Ebola virus. It poses threat to public health worldwide. The virus is primarily transmitted through...
