The NCPM is advocating for the inclusion of the People's River Protection Bill in the 2024 election manifestos of all political parties. Led by Medha Patkar, the movement seeks to protect India's rivers and the rights of marginalized communities.
Less snowpack results in the soil absorbing more light and heat. This absorption further increases the ground temperature, leading to warmer air temperatures and increased snowmelt.
IMD warns of intense heatwave across India, with southern, eastern, and central regions most affected. Delhi braces for continued rise in temperatures, relief unlikely for next five days.
In India, water scarcity is a pressing issue exacerbated by urbanization and poor sewage management. Researchers propose aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) to address this challenge by storing surface water underground.