disasters

Hydro-meteorological disasters in 2024-25 caused 2,803 deaths and damaged 10.23 lakh hectares of crops. Karnataka and Himachal were worst-hit. ₹10,728 crore from SDRF and ₹4,043.37 crore from NDRF were released for relief efforts

Agriculture, the backbone of economies worldwide, is facing a significant challenge. Disasters, both natural and human-made, are causing farmers to incur substantial losses.

India has been experiencing a series of extreme weather events throughout 2023, with each season bringing its own set of challenges, according to a comprehensive report released today by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE).

Unveiling the truth behind disasters and their impact on farmers. Shockingly, yearly grain losses have averaged 69 million tonnes

A new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a stark warning about the growing impact of extreme weather events and climate change in Asia.

According to the report, time is slipping like sand in this area. In such a situation, if action is not taken on this growing climate crisis now, then the entire Asia-Pacific region including India may have to pay a heavy price for it.

A recent study has revealed that most countries in the Asia-Pacific region are not adequately equipped to deal with the growing challenges posed by extreme weather events and natural disasters.

Climate change has increased the cost of natural disasters, as rising sea levels and drought increase the frequency

The Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, the main consultative forum that measures the dangers of catastrophes at a global level, ended last week in Bali, Indonesia,

Heavy monsoon rains in the form of floods cause heavy loss of life and property in Assam every year, with at least 25 people reportedly killed in landslides. As per the latest figures, 6.5 million people have been displaced in the last ten days.