Disaster and Disaster Management

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Urbanization, Problems and RemediesConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
25 Jun, 2026

Ecological concerns as city runs out of space to dispose drain silt, Pg3

Delhi's monsoon de-silting drive creates ecological crisis as 30.91 lakh MT contaminated silt overwhelms disposal sites, forcing new bio-remediation solutions.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsDisaster and Disaster Management
24 Jun, 2026

Number of districts most vulnerable to crop damage, Pg14

Agriculture Minister warns 111 districts face severe crop damage as 43% monsoon deficit, driven by El Nino, imperils critical Kharif sowing.

E GovernanceScience and Technology in Everyday LifeDisaster and Disaster Management
22 Jun, 2026

Sabarimala shrine to get AI predictive systems, drones to manage crowds, Pg8

Sabarimala shrine to deploy AI predictive systems and drones for advanced crowd management during the upcoming annual pilgrimage, ensuring pilgrim safety and smooth operations.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsDisaster and Disaster Management
21 Jun, 2026

Insuring the informal worker against the soaring heat, Pg10

NGOs launch innovative parametric heat-insurance for 3,925 informal workers in Delhi-NCR, providing crucial financial relief against soaring temperatures and income loss.

Health SectorConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
20 Jun, 2026

Heatwaves leading to increased concentrations of ground-level ozone, aggravating health risks: Study, Pg16

Indian study reveals heatwaves boost ground-level ozone, causing over 830 deaths in 2024, aggravating lung and heart risks; urges active monitoring.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaDisaster and Disaster Management
20 Jun, 2026

Four glacial lakes in Arunachal have expanded in a decade: study, Pg10

New satellite study reveals four high-risk glacial lakes in Arunachal Pradesh expanded significantly, escalating GLOF threat in Eastern Himalaya.

Health SectorConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
19 Jun, 2026

What is Kerala’s risk profile for Nipah?, Pg12

Kerala confronts recurring Nipah outbreaks, fueled by ecological disruptions and climate change, implementing advanced 'One Health' strategies and indigenous antibody research.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeDisaster and Disaster Management
15 Jun, 2026

Odisha village to get crocodile alert system under ‘Smart Village’ plan, Pg14

Odisha's Kusunpur village gets AI-powered crocodile alert system and comprehensive tech upgrade under CSIR's 'Smart Village' initiative, boosting livelihoods and infrastructure.

Health SectorConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
14 Jun, 2026

Droughts can drive antibiotic resistance in soil bacteria, Pg11

New study reveals droughts significantly boost antibiotic resistance in soil bacteria, threatening India's vulnerable populations with severe ABR infections by 2050.

Health SectorDisaster and Disaster Management
12 Jun, 2026

Kerala's 1st Nipah case this yr: Trader whose godown had fruit bats hospitalised, Pg2

Kerala's Kozhikode district declares high alert after first 2026 Nipah case linked to fruit bats, initiating rapid response, contact tracing, and quarantine measures.

Disaster and Disaster Management
11 Jun, 2026

NDMA rolls out push for ‘Resilient India 2047’, Pg14

NDMA launches major push for 'Resilient India 2047', mandating ministries to craft hazard-specific disaster management plans under the Disaster Management Act.

Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster Management
11 Jun, 2026

Zojila Tunnel: The challenge of digging through the Himalayas, Pg6

Zojila Tunnel breakthrough at 11,578 feet highlights India's engineering triumph over extreme Himalayan geological and climatic challenges.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaDisaster and Disaster Management
11 Jun, 2026

Study: Hindu Kush Himalaya region to face drier monsoon, but threat of climate hazards remains, Pg22

Hindu Kush Himalaya faces drier monsoon, heightened flood, GLOF, landslide risks due to El Niño, warns ICIMOD study.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsDisaster and Disaster Management
8 Jun, 2026

​Missed call, Pg8

IMD forecasts deficient monsoon and El Niño threaten India's farm economy amidst input crisis, demanding urgent government preparedness for drought.

India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIT and ComputersDisaster and Disaster Management
7 Jun, 2026

India, Nepal vow to take bilateral ties to new heights, Pg8

India and Nepal elevate bilateral ties, enforcing mutual legal assistance, launching UPI-NPI remittances, and expanding cooperation in health, energy, and digital domains.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster Management
7 Jun, 2026

To cut landslide risks, NHAI installs slope drain pipe system on Kalka-Shimla stretch, Pg11

NHAI deploys advanced slope drainage system across 83 vulnerable Kalka-Shimla NH-5 points, aiming to slash monsoon landslide incidents and economic losses.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDisaster and Disaster Management
6 Jun, 2026

Punished for a guilty system, Pg11

Deadly Delhi B&B fire kills 22, exposing rampant illegal construction, regulatory failures, and bureaucratic blame games in urban villages.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaDisaster and Disaster Management
5 Jun, 2026

Caught between concrete and panic, India should not maladapt to climate change, Pg11

India must abandon concrete walls, embrace equitable 'managed retreat' and nature-based solutions for climate-vulnerable coastlines, avoiding maladaptation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
5 Jun, 2026

The power of mangroves over seawalls, Pg9

Cyclone Dana highlights mangroves' power over seawalls for coastal protection; India's policy must prioritize ecosystem-based adaptation for climate resilience.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDisaster and Disaster Management
5 Jun, 2026

Congestion, resources, rules: Why residential areas are more vulnerable to fire, Pg16

Deadly Delhi blaze exposes critical fire safety gaps in urban residential areas, with 60% of fire deaths occurring in homes due to non-compliance and poor planning.

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