SDG India Index , It’s importance and Highlights What is the News? Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu have been ranked highest in terms of being on track to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), according Read More ……
Category: Disaster Management
Forest Fires and Mitigation Methods
Forest Fires and Mitigation Methods HOT ISSUES FOR MAINS(TOPIC #12)( SecureIas Initiative) Forest Fires, both man-made and natural, contribute to forest loss. Fire is the oldest method used to clear land for farming and other uses. This Read More ……
The Dam Safety Bill, 2018
The Dam Safety Bill, 2018 was introduced in Lok Sabha by the Minister of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, on December 12, 2018. The Bill provides for the surveillance, inspection, operation, and maintenance of specified dams Read More ……
Drought Management in India
Drought Management in India Why Drought Management in India? Drought is a condition where water availability falls below the statistical requirements for a region and lack of water to satisfy the normal needs of agriculture, livestock, industry or human Read More ……
Flood Management in India
Flood Management in India Why Flood Management in India ? Floods have been a recurrent phenomenon in India and cause huge losses to lives, properties, livelihood systems, infrastructure and public utilities. India’s high risk and vulnerability is highlighted by the Read More ……
Cyclone Management in India
Cyclone Management in India Why Cyclone Management in India? According to the Home ministry, 8% of total area in India is prone to cyclones. Natural disasters cause a loss of 2% of GDP every year in India. Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) is the nodal agency for Read More ……