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Himalayan states' GLOF, avalanche preparedness reviewed by home secretary Govind MohanUnion Home Secretary Govind Mohan reviewed Himalayan states' preparedness for GLOFs and snow avalanches. He assessed early warning systems ...
What is a glacial collapse? The science behind the Nepal-Tibet floodsA glacial collapse occurs when a large mass of ice and rock suddenly breaks from a mountain slope, potentially triggering avalanches, debri...
67 vulnerable glacial lakes identified in Himachal; early warning systems planned for four in Kinnaur, Lahaul-SpitiHimachal Pradesh has identified sixty-seven vulnerable glacial lakes across its high-altitude regions. Early warning systems are being esta...
Is India prepared for the next Glacial Lake Outburst Flood? Nepal catastrophe brings 200 high-risk lakes in focusNepal’s deadly glacial disaster has renewed scrutiny of India’s preparedness for Glacial Lake Outburst Floods, with around 200 high-risk gl...
Arunachal's Tawang on alert over threat of Glacial Lake Outburst FloodConcerns rise in Arunachal Pradesh over a possible Glacial Lake Outburst Flood in Tawang district. Authorities are enhancing preparedness m...
Himalayan glacial lakes, water bodies expanded by 9% over 14 years, says CWCHimalayan glacial lakes and water bodies have grown by over nine percent in fourteen years. This expansion, from 2011 to 2025, highlights c...
One of India’s largest hydropower projects in China border region gets key nodThe Oju hydroelectric project in Arunachal Pradesh, a 2,220 MW venture, has received environmental clearance despite concerns. The project,...
197 glacial lakes, fragile mountains, & climate change: Report warns of J&K’s catastrophic GLOF threat if urgent action isn’t takenA new risk assessment highlights the escalating threat of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district. The report...
Nagaland University-led research assesses stability of high altitude lakes in Sikkim & ArunachalNagaland University is leading a research project. It focuses on high-altitude lakes in Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh. The project assesses ...
Hindu Kush Himalayas at greater risk of landslides, floods this monsoon season: ReportExperts warn of heightened risks of flash floods, landslides, and glacial lake outbursts in the Hindu Kush Himalaya region this monsoon sea...
Centre approves Rs 1,115 crore to states for disaster mitigation, capacity-building projectsThe government approved substantial funding for disaster management. Rs 1,000 crore will go to 15 states for mitigation projects. Another R...
Himalayan glacial lakes saw 10.81 per cent area expansion from 2011 to 2024: ReportGlacial lakes across the Himalayan region expanded by 10.81% from 2011 to 2024 due to climate change, according to a government report. Ind...
Himalayan glacial lakes saw 10.81 per cent area expansion from 2011 to 2024: ReportGlacial lakes in the Himalayan region increased by 10.81 per cent in area from 2011 to 2024. This rise is due to climate change and heighte...
2.37 lakh young volunteers to be trained as first responders to disasterUnion Home Secretary Govind Mohan has inaugurated the Yuva Apada Mitra Scheme to train 2.37 lakh young volunteers in 315 districts. The sch...
Govt to review design of dams vulnerable to glacial lake outburst floodsThe Indian government decided to review dams vulnerable to Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) to improve spillway capacity. The Central W...
Jammu & Kashmir: 38 specially-trained rescue teams to be deployed for Amarnath Yatra38 Mountain Rescue Teams from various forces will be deployed for the Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage, ensuring pilgrims' safety during the 52-da...
Northeast floods: Home Minister Amit Shah backs use of satellite imagery provided by ISROUnion Home Minister Amit Shah proposed creating 50 large ponds in the Northeast to divert Brahmaputra water for flood management, agricultu...
Climate change, pollution, construction: multiple whammy to fuel more Sikkim-like disasters, warn scientistsAs Sikkim picks up the pieces following flash floods that saw many thousands being displaced, major infrastructure projects destroyed and s...
Glacial lake floods: A growing, unpredictable climate riskIndian rescuers are searching for over 100 missing people after a flash flood caused by a glacial lake bursting its banks. Glacial lake out...
Big improvement in India's disaster preparedness, response: IUCNIUCN India and the TCS Foundation have launched an initiative, "Himalaya for the Future", which aims to enhance sustainability and the well...