Disaster and Disaster Management

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Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

NGT Seeks Response From Centre And States On Rising Heatwave Conditions,Pg

Heatwaves are no longer seasonal weather events but a major climate adaptation challenge requiring coordinated action across health, urban planning and environmental governance.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

30 May, 2026

NGT Seeks Response From Centre And States On Rising Heatwave Conditions,Pg

Heatwaves are no longer seasonal weather events but a major climate adaptation challenge requiring coordinated action across health, urban planning and environmental governance.

30 May, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Disaster and Disaster Management

Why Air Conditioners Catch Fire And How Rising Temperatures Increase The Risk,Pg14

AC fires are often preventable and underscore how rising temperatures, electrical stress and inadequate maintenance can combine to create urban safety risks.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Disaster and Disaster Management

30 May, 2026

Why Air Conditioners Catch Fire And How Rising Temperatures Increase The Risk,Pg14

AC fires are often preventable and underscore how rising temperatures, electrical stress and inadequate maintenance can combine to create urban safety risks.

30 May, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Disaster and Disaster Management

Warmer nights are a public-health challenge, Pg12

Rising night temperatures in India pose severe public health risks, disproportionately impacting vulnerable populations and necessitating robust, funded adaptation strategies.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Disaster and Disaster Management

27 May, 2026

Warmer nights are a public-health challenge, Pg12

Rising night temperatures in India pose severe public health risks, disproportionately impacting vulnerable populations and necessitating robust, funded adaptation strategies.

27 May, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment Disaster and Disaster Management

No new hydel projects can come up in upper Ganga, govt. tells SC, Pg12

Government halts new hydropower projects in upper Ganga region, citing ecological fragility and disaster risks after expert committee recommendations.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment Disaster and Disaster Management

21 May, 2026

No new hydel projects can come up in upper Ganga, govt. tells SC, Pg12

Government halts new hydropower projects in upper Ganga region, citing ecological fragility and disaster risks after expert committee recommendations.

21 May, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

Waiting for the storm, Pg6

Severe pre-monsoon storms claim 111 lives in Uttar Pradesh; highlighting disaster preparedness gaps and infrastructure vulnerabilities.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

19 May, 2026

Waiting for the storm, Pg6

Severe pre-monsoon storms claim 111 lives in Uttar Pradesh; highlighting disaster preparedness gaps and infrastructure vulnerabilities.

19 May, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector Disaster and Disaster Management

Cooling doctrine, Pg10

India needs a national cooling doctrine ensuring safe indoor temperatures as a public health entitlement, focusing on sustainable solutions.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector Disaster and Disaster Management

15 May, 2026

Cooling doctrine, Pg10

India needs a national cooling doctrine ensuring safe indoor temperatures as a public health entitlement, focusing on sustainable solutions.

15 May, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

What measures are needed to address Delhi’s heat crisis?, Pg10

Delhi grapples with intensifying heatwaves due to urbanization, demanding sustainable solutions and social protection measures to mitigate economic and ecological impacts.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

11 May, 2026

What measures are needed to address Delhi’s heat crisis?, Pg10

Delhi grapples with intensifying heatwaves due to urbanization, demanding sustainable solutions and social protection measures to mitigate economic and ecological impacts.

11 May, 2026

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

Why India's widening night-time power gap concerns grid managers, Pg17

India's power grid faces night-time shortages as solar generation dips, thermal outages rise amidst record heatwaves and surging demand.

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

8 May, 2026

Why India's widening night-time power gap concerns grid managers, Pg17

India's power grid faces night-time shortages as solar generation dips, thermal outages rise amidst record heatwaves and surging demand.

8 May, 2026

E Governance Science and Technology in Everyday Life Disaster and Disaster Management

How India's new emergency messaging system works, Pg9

India tests cell broadcast emergency alert system for faster disaster warnings, leveraging mobile network technology for widespread, conspicuous alerts.

E Governance Science and Technology in Everyday Life Disaster and Disaster Management

4 May, 2026

How India's new emergency messaging system works, Pg9

India tests cell broadcast emergency alert system for faster disaster warnings, leveraging mobile network technology for widespread, conspicuous alerts.

4 May, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

How States are turning heat-action plans into mandates, Pg11

States integrate heat-action plans into mandates through localized planning, climate budgeting, and multi-sectoral efforts for effective climate resilience.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

3 May, 2026

How States are turning heat-action plans into mandates, Pg11

States integrate heat-action plans into mandates through localized planning, climate budgeting, and multi-sectoral efforts for effective climate resilience.

3 May, 2026

E Governance Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Disaster and Disaster Management

Centre launches emergency alert system for citizens, Pg7

India activates cell broadcast emergency alert system using indigenous technology for instant disaster warnings, excluding poll-bound states, enhancing public safety.

E Governance Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Disaster and Disaster Management

3 May, 2026

Centre launches emergency alert system for citizens, Pg7

India activates cell broadcast emergency alert system using indigenous technology for instant disaster warnings, excluding poll-bound states, enhancing public safety.

3 May, 2026

E Governance Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Disaster and Disaster Management

Govt tests new system for real-time alerts on disasters, emergencies, Pg1

Government tests Cell Broadcast system for real-time disaster alerts via loud, unmissable notifications, enhancing public safety nationwide.

E Governance Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Disaster and Disaster Management

3 May, 2026

Govt tests new system for real-time alerts on disasters, emergencies, Pg1

Government tests Cell Broadcast system for real-time disaster alerts via loud, unmissable notifications, enhancing public safety nationwide.

3 May, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

Embers in the air, Pg10

Nilgiris grapples with intense wildfires exacerbated by climate variability, human activities, and challenging terrain, prompting calls for long-term mitigation strategies.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

1 May, 2026

Embers in the air, Pg10

Nilgiris grapples with intense wildfires exacerbated by climate variability, human activities, and challenging terrain, prompting calls for long-term mitigation strategies.

1 May, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Disaster and Disaster Management

Give rest hours and water to workers, Centre tells States, Pg12

Labour Ministry directs States to implement heatwave safety measures for workers, including flexible hours, water, and rest areas.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Disaster and Disaster Management

29 Apr, 2026

Give rest hours and water to workers, Centre tells States, Pg12

Labour Ministry directs States to implement heatwave safety measures for workers, including flexible hours, water, and rest areas.

29 Apr, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Disaster and Disaster Management

Summer as a source of income shock for gig workers, Pg8

Heatwaves threaten gig workers' income: NITI Aayog estimates 23 million by 2030, urging policy changes for labor protection and climate resilience.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Disaster and Disaster Management

27 Apr, 2026

Summer as a source of income shock for gig workers, Pg8

Heatwaves threaten gig workers' income: NITI Aayog estimates 23 million by 2030, urging policy changes for labor protection and climate resilience.

27 Apr, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

Why below-average rains don’t rule out flood threat, Pg9

Despite below-average monsoon forecast, India faces heightened flood risk due to climate change-induced extreme rainfall events and poor urban planning.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

27 Apr, 2026

Why below-average rains don’t rule out flood threat, Pg9

Despite below-average monsoon forecast, India faces heightened flood risk due to climate change-induced extreme rainfall events and poor urban planning.

27 Apr, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Disaster and Disaster Management

Heat stress isn't just about heatstroke. It's much more silent & severe, Pg14

Heat stress silently threatens India: CEEW study reveals 76% population vulnerable, urging data-driven Heat Action Plans and mortality tracking.

27 Apr, 2026

Heat stress isn't just about heatstroke. It's much more silent & severe, Pg14

Heat stress silently threatens India: CEEW study reveals 76% population vulnerable, urging data-driven Heat Action Plans and mortality tracking.

27 Apr, 2026

High heat, Pg8

India grapples with early, intense heatwaves impacting health, economy, and elections, demanding robust heat action plans and climate adaptation strategies.

24 Apr, 2026

High heat, Pg8

India grapples with early, intense heatwaves impacting health, economy, and elections, demanding robust heat action plans and climate adaptation strategies.

24 Apr, 2026

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

Scaling climate adaptation from policy to grassroots, Pg8

India grapples with $170 billion climate losses; Economic Survey highlights Tamil Nadu's Climate Resilient Villages for nationwide adaptation strategy.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

24 Apr, 2026

Scaling climate adaptation from policy to grassroots, Pg8

India grapples with $170 billion climate losses; Economic Survey highlights Tamil Nadu's Climate Resilient Villages for nationwide adaptation strategy.

24 Apr, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Disaster and Disaster Management

Mapping the legislative vacuum in India’s heat crisis, Pg6

India's heat crisis exposes 'thermal injustice,' disproportionately impacting informal workers; legislative action and disaster response reforms are urgently needed.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Disaster and Disaster Management

15 Apr, 2026

Mapping the legislative vacuum in India’s heat crisis, Pg6

India's heat crisis exposes 'thermal injustice,' disproportionately impacting informal workers; legislative action and disaster response reforms are urgently needed.

15 Apr, 2026