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Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano eruption disrupts global air travel; DGCA issues safety advisory due to volcanic ash hazards.
Volcanic ash from Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi eruption threatens Indian air travel; DGCA issues safety advisories, potential disruptions loom across central and northeast India.
Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano erupts after 10,000 years, disrupting flights as ash cloud reaches India via Rajasthan.
India ranks 9th globally in climate disaster impact over 30 years, facing 430 extreme events costing $170 billion.
Global temperatures surge, sea levels rise, and tipping points loom as climate change accelerates, threatening ecosystems and economies worldwide.
Cyclone Montha devastates Odisha, exposing livelihood vulnerabilities despite improved disaster preparedness and highlighting the need for resilient economic strategies.
Delhi recently conducted two cloud seeding trials with the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT-K) to induce artificial rain aimed at reducing smog and particulate matter. This marks the first such experiment in nearly 50 years, raising questions about its scientific effectiveness and environmental implications.
Afghanistan's frequent earthquakes: Tectonic plate interactions, historical devastation, and vulnerable regions explained after recent 6.3 magnitude tremor killed seven.
India provides aid to Afghanistan after earthquake, reaffirming commitment to Afghan people and improving bilateral relations with Taliban regime.
Himalayan disasters surge; experts urge early warning systems using AI, citing climate change and limited existing infrastructure.
Cyclone 'Montha' prompts evacuations in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha; disaster preparedness crucial for minimizing impact on vulnerable populations.
Cyclone 'Montha' devastates Andhra Pradesh and Odisha; 76,000 evacuated, crops destroyed, and transport disrupted, woman killed by tree fall.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for several districts in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha as Cyclone Montha over the Bay of Bengal is likely to make landfall near Kakinada on October 29, prompting large-scale evacuation and disaster preparedness measures.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert as Severe Cyclone Montha, formed over the Bay of Bengal, is set to make landfall near the Andhra–Odisha coast around October 28. Both states have begun disaster preparedness and evacuation measures.
Cyclone 'Michaung' threatens Andhra Pradesh coast with heavy rainfall; NDRF mobilized, zero-casualty goal emphasized by NCMC.
Rising temperatures linked to increased sugar consumption, disproportionately affecting low-income groups, reveals study; India faces malnutrition risks.
A new low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm named ‘Cyclone Montha’ by Monday, expected to bring heavy rainfall across northern Tamil Nadu and adjoining districts.
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