Disaster mitigation involves strategies to reduce the impact of natural disasters. It includes preparedness, response, recovery, and risk reduction measures. Effective planning can save lives and property. Governments and communities play vital roles. Education and awareness are crucial. Investment in infrastructure is necessary. Collaboration among various sectors enhances resilience. Understanding local vulnerabilities is key to effective mitigation efforts.
Recent research from Stanford University marks the impact of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) emissions from coal-fired power plants on agricultural productivity in India. The study indicates that eliminating these...
In 2024, researchers from the ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research (IISR) in Kozhikode identified a new fungal disease affecting ginger crops in Kodagu district, Karnataka. The disease is...
A multi-national expedition to the Ross Sea in Antarctica is underway. Led by marine scientist Sherine Sonia Cubelio, the expedition aims to assess the biodiversity of this vital...
In 2024, India faced hydro-meteorological disasters, resulting in 2,936 fatalities. Himachal Pradesh recorded the highest number of casualties. This alarming trend marks the increasing impact of climate-related events...
The European Union is facing water pollution crisis. A recent report from the European Commission revealed that most surface water bodies in the EU are contaminated by chemicals....
The Rabi crop sowing season in India for 2025 has shown notable increases in various crops compared to the previous year. As of February 4, 2025, total Rabi...
Recent studies indicate that climate change is impacting rat populations in urban areas around the globe. A study published in the journal "Science Advances" reveals that rising temperatures...
India achieved a milestone by launching the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA). Headquartered in Delhi, it came into force as a treaty-based inter-governmental organisation and global legal entity....
The Eurasian otter, once thought to be nearly extinct in Kashmir, has made a remarkable comeback. After nearly two decades of rarity, sightings have re-emerged, particularly in the...
The Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, has recently experienced a series of small earthquakes. From January 24 to 25, 2025, nine tremors occurred within six days. These tremors, with...
