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The entire Himalayan arc is poised to produce a sequence of great earthquakes, and the next big quake may occur during our lifetimes, study says.
The status of climate refugees is not addressed in India's current legislation, which will have to be updated as climate change displaces more people every year.
The India Meteorological Department has announced that it will begin issuing thunderstorm forecasts, and has installed 48 lightning sensors and developed a mobile app to disseminate forecasts.
After a year of catastrophic floods and unprecedented rainfall deficits, India's 2019 forecast is filled with drought and increased variability in weather events due to climate change. El Niño may continue until spring, exacerbating dry conditions and intensifying heat waves.
The Global Forum for Disaster Reduction film festival hopes to raise awareness on how to reduce disaster risks. The event will feature panel discussions among policy makers and film experts after the showing of films in each category. Students are also encouraged to attend...
Bangalore based architect and journalist, Apurva Bose explains how effective construction practices help in disaster management and mitigation in India...
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