A new measure reframes heat crisis, Pg12
New study reveals lower wet-bulb temperature thresholds, impacting India's heat action plans and urban resilience strategies.
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New study reveals lower wet-bulb temperature thresholds, impacting India's heat action plans and urban resilience strategies.
Climate change intensifies India's health crisis: Disease patterns shift, vulnerable populations face unequal burdens, and healthcare systems strain under pressure.
Heatwave safety protocols urged for upcoming elections amidst rising temperatures and health risks, especially for vulnerable populations.
Great Nicobar Island project's tribal relocation plan faces opposition due to consent issues and unclear implementation details.
Tamil Nadu CM reflects on COVID-19 lockdown challenges, highlighting governance lessons, healthcare priorities, and economic resilience strategies implemented during the crisis.
WMO report reveals record GHG levels causing Earth's energy imbalance, leading to continued warming even if emissions stop.
India grapples with fire safety lapses: Odisha and Delhi tragedies expose systemic failures, demanding urgent reforms and strict enforcement.
Safer Himalayan building codes delayed due to cost concerns, despite scientists' warnings of underestimated earthquake risks and potential structural damage.
ISRO study links Uttarakhand flash flood to melting ice patches, emphasizing satellite monitoring for early disaster warnings amid Himalayan deglaciation.
India prioritizes water management for climate resilience aligning with COP 30's Belém Adaptation Indicators, focusing on water security and adaptation finance.
India's earthquake zoning revision faces rollback due to cost concerns and methodology challenges impacting urban development and disaster preparedness.
Fukushima's innkeeper leads radiation surveys 15 years post-meltdown, amidst nuclear energy policy shifts and safety concerns.
CSE report reveals alarming rise in extreme weather events, human-animal conflict, and air pollution impacting millions across India.
Indian cities flood due to landscape's 'memory' of rain, hydrological hysteresis, and altered drainage systems, exacerbating flood risks.
Indian Navy enhances readiness in West Asia; Operation Sankalp warships on standby for humanitarian aid amidst escalating tensions and maritime security.
Report highlights need for community-led disaster resilience, emphasizing anticipatory action, local empowerment, and innovative financing to mitigate climate change impacts.
MP urges probe into DoNER's fund underutilisation, implementation delays, and manpower shortages, also flags disaster-relief dues to West Bengal.
Indian Army showcases indigenous AI solutions at India AI Summit, enhancing defence, disaster response, and cybersecurity capabilities.
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