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The research reported in this paper outlines how contrasting and, in some cases, openly contested narratives can emerge in society around the nature and causes of the event, the impacts and needs of the affected population.

This report aims to support the process of refinement of heat action plans (HAPs) by conducting a critical review of heat action plans in India. They analysed 37 heat action plans at the city (9), district (13) and state (15) levels across 18 states.

This study aims to evaluate the variability in the model simulations caused by the cross-sectional orientations in using light detection and ranging (LiDAR) for flood modelling.

This paper examines the efficiency of the existing early warning systems (EWS) and emergency preparedness in the Sundarban Biosphere Reserve (SBR) in India.

This issue of the Southasiadisasters.net titled “Building Adaptation and Resilience to Heat Waves” presents the timely need for the mainstream implementation of adaptation strategies against extreme heat, especially in the sprawling urban cities.

This paper uses machine learning to deepen understanding of how monsoon variability impacts agricultural productivity. Agricultural systems that rely on monsoon rainfall are especially vulnerable to changes in climate variability.

This booklet refers to the initiatives taken by the National Disaster Management Authority in India, in managing the risk of landslides.

This report is the comprehensive and progressive National Disaster Management Plan of India, which has enabled better planning and risk reduction at all levels.