IMD Alerts
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) recently issued Yellow and Orange alerts in various parts of India due to an expected heatwave affecting states like Telangana,…
Disasters & Management
Tamil Nadu: Issues Around Disaster Relief Funds from Centre
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GLOF Risks in Himalayas
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Massive Earthquake Hits Taiwan and Ring of Fire
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Central Building Research Institute (CBRI)
The Central Building Research Institute (CBRI), in January 2024, identified 14 high-risk zones in Joshimath, India, due to severe land subsidence. This situation has rendered…
17 Districts in Jharkhand Witness Drought
In January 2024, the Jharkhand government declared 158 blocks across 17 districts as drought-hit due to significantly less rainfall during the 2023 monsoon season, which…
Alvaro Cyclone
Cyclone Alvaro, the first of 2024, made landfall in Morombe, Madagascar, on January 1. Originating in the Mozambique Channel, it brought strong winds and heavy…
Ammonia Gas: Properties, Applications, Health Effects
Summary Ammonia is a colorless gas, lighter than air, with a sharp odor, and it dissolves in water. It’s widely used in agriculture as a…
Global Drought Snapshot
Introduction The global drought situation as of late 2023 presents a critical scenario, with widespread impacts across continents. Record heat and dry conditions have exacerbated…
