Land subsidence refers to the gradual sinking of the Earth's surface. This phenomenon can occur due to natural processes or human activities. In India, it often results from groundwater extraction, mining, or urbanisation. The impacts can be severe, including damage to infrastructure and increased flooding risk. Understanding land subsidence is crucial for sustainable development and environmental management in affected regions.
The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission, launched in July 2025, has detected rapid land subsidence in Mexico City, with specific areas sinking over two centimeters per month...
India’s major river deltas — among the most fertile, densely populated, and economically productive regions — are steadily sinking. A new global study shows that this subsidence is...
