Why Joshimath exemplifies the need to invest in resilience
The news of large-scale subsidence and sliding in Uttarakhand’s Joshimath has once again brought attention…
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Joshimath subsidence demonstrates risks of unplanned, rampant development in fragile areas: Experts
NTPC in particular has been called out for its unchecked development in vulnerable areas exacerbating…
Expect more than double the number of heatwaves this summer: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned that most of India will face “extreme heat” between…
Swinging in the rain: India needs to redefine what a “normal” monsoon looks like
From extreme precipitation to severe deficits—a look at the district-wise distribution of rainfall through June…
Climate change fuelling India’s monsoon fury
Uneven and extreme rainfall this monsoon, especially in Uttarakhand & Himachal, has a strong link…
UAE names oil giant CEO as head of COP 28 climate conference
In what is seen as a major conflict of interest, the United Arab Emirates has…
‘Chipko’ epicenter faces existential threat, Raini village no longer fit for human settlement
The village in Uttarakhand has reported several landslides and flash floods recently Uttarakhand’s Raini village,…
Uttarakhand floods: “Solutions of yesterday no match for challenges of tomorrow”
Nearly two weeks after disaster struck Uttarakhand’s remote villages in Chamoli district, the search and…
