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 World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has reported that the cooling La Nina phenomenon may develop in the equatorial Pacific Ocean over the next three months. However, this event...
The increasing reliance on space technologies has raised concerns about their environmental consequences. As the number of satellites in orbit grows, issues like climate monitoring interference and orbital...
India's renewable energy sector has made remarkable strides from November 2023 to November 2024. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) reports a substantial increase in non-fossil...
Mumbai has recently experienced temperature fluctuations. December 2024 marked the city’s coldest day since 2015, with temperatures plummeting to 13.7 degrees Celsius. This was quickly followed by a...
India has made strides in malaria control, emerging from the High-Burden-High-Impact group of endemic countries. The World Malaria Report released recently marks a 69% reduction in malaria cases...
The recent decision by the Indian Centre to grant tungsten mining rights in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district has ignited protests. The state Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution...
Snakebites are public health issue in India. The Union Health Ministry has emphasised the need to classify snakebites as a notifiable disease. This classification allows for better tracking...
The Laokhowa and Burhachapori Wildlife Sanctuaries in Assam, India, play important role in the conservation of the greater one-horned rhinoceros. These sanctuaries serve as essential habitats and buffer...
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has entered partnership with the Government of Telangana and various recyclers to advance sustainable recycling practices. This collaboration was formalised...
Recent studies highlight a concerning decline in the quality of tropical rainforests. Only 25 per cent of these forests maintain high ecological integrity. This decline threatens biodiversity, particularly...
