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Industrial and other Manmade Disasters
Earthquake-triggering stresses travel far
Posted on 07 May, 2019 11:24 AMSeismic activity triggered by human actions like the construction of large reservoirs or injection of wastewater into the ground for oil and gas production can have far greater implications than previously thought, a new study has revealed.
Can we gain from changing rains?
Posted on 07 Feb, 2019 12:30 PMIndia is undergoing a major transition with changes in rainfall patterns leading to increased frequency of droughts, floods, heat waves amidst fear of a major water crisis in the years to come. Why are these threats increasing?
When water kills
Posted on 09 Jan, 2019 03:54 PMWaterborne diseases are diseases transmitted through
Green gold on fire
Posted on 15 Dec, 2018 05:54 PMJammu and Kashmir is the only state in India where forest fires are reported almost every season. As per Indian state of forest report 2017, India saw a 46 percent increase in the number of forest fires in the last 16 years. Forest fires not only affect the flora and fauna of the region but they also pollute the environment and lead to climate change by increasing greenhouse gases.
Dealing with droughts
Posted on 13 Dec, 2018 04:20 PMDroughts are one of the most feared natural calamities in India impacting food production, the economy as well as the morale of millions of farmers in a cou
Cyclone Gaja leaves 80,000 stranded, 40 dead
Posted on 18 Nov, 2018 06:55 PMCyclone Gaja creates havoc in Tamil Nadu
Mazhapolima recognised for its work in Kerala
Posted on 13 Nov, 2018 06:16 PMMazhapolima wins accolades for offering sustainable solution to overcome water scarcity
The unique Himalayan wetlands
Posted on 03 Nov, 2018 08:33 AMWetlands are very important and productive ecosystems that support a wide range of plants and animals and provide livelihood opportunities to local communities in India.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) - Mangroves
Posted on 29 Oct, 2018 12:03 PMThis is a simple guide that lists out the most popular questions related to mangroves, to understand what they are and their ecological significance. Please click on a topic for detailed information.
Cyclone Titli hits Odisha and Andhra Pradesh
Posted on 16 Oct, 2018 12:38 PMCyclone Titli devastates Odisha and Andhra Pradesh