Tripura acquires a state-of-the-art X-Band Doppler Weather Radar to enhance real-time monitoring of cyclones, heavy rain, and storms. The move aims to improve disaster preparedness and aid farmers with precise forecasts. Read more.
A new global survey reveals only a third of SMEs are disaster-ready. Indian SMEs face heightened risks due to climate, geography, and insurance gaps. Learn why preparedness is critical.
Indonesia mourns 67 victims of Sumatra floods, cancelling national New Year fireworks. Heavy rains triggered landslides, displacing thousands. Read about the disaster response and national mourning.
The Central Government has sanctioned Rs 601.92 crore for Himachal Pradesh for monsoon damage recovery. Former CM Jai Ram Thakur shares details of the PDNA-based assistance. Read more.
Maharashtra's State Institute of Disaster Management (SIDM) proposal is under final govt review. The ₹184.94 crore Nagpur MIHAN campus aims to be a nodal hub for training and research. Read more.
Kerala govt mandates uniform disaster waste management for all districts. New protocol aims to prevent chaos like in Wayanad's July 2024 Meppadi disaster. Details on roles, timelines, and challenges.
Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan urges India to prepare for conflicts of varying duration, citing terrorism and land disputes. Read his strategic vision for national security.
Karnataka's health department directs districts to prepare for a projected rise in seasonal influenza cases from Jan-Mar 2026. Guidelines include enhanced surveillance, testing, and stockpiling of essential supplies.
Gulmarg turns white as fresh snowfall heralds Kashmir's 40-day Chillai Kalan. IMD issues yellow alert for J&K. CM Omar Abdullah reviews winter preparedness, hopes for tourism boost.
Ghaziabad health department issues cold wave advisory for hospitals as dense fog reduces visibility and temperatures plummet in NCR. IMD reports a cold day with minimum around 10°C. Read the full advisory details.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary SP Goyal directs officials to ensure alertness, street lighting, and awareness campaigns to prevent road accidents during the winter season. Read the full plan.
District administrations in Gautam Buddh Nagar and Ghaziabad have opened night shelters with blankets, food, and bonfires as temperatures are set to dip. Officials conduct inspections to ensure no one sleeps in the open.
A CAG report criticizes Karnataka for delays in creating a flood and landslide action plan, urging better disaster authority function. Read the key findings.
Bihar's DMD, UN, and UNICEF held a 2-day DiDRR workshop in Patna to integrate disability inclusion into all disaster management stages. Experts stress inclusive design for effective response.
Udham School initiates special safety protocol training for teachers and students to handle emergencies like bomb threats. Learn about the new confidence-building measures.
Over 650 global experts convened at VIROCON 2025 in Pune to discuss emerging viruses & pandemic preparedness. Key focus on One Health & innovation. Read more.
Britain's top military chief issues a stark warning, urging a 'whole-of-society' response to the rising threat from Russia. NATO allies push for higher defence spending.
CSIR-NEERI's Environmental Epidemiology Lab in Nagpur, led by Dr. Krishna Khairnar, is now an ICMR Collaborating Centre of Excellence. This boosts India's pandemic preparedness and environmental health research. Discover its global impact.
Sri Lanka issues fresh landslide warnings as Cyclone Ditwah's rains worsen the disaster. Over 618 dead, 2 million affected. Read about the regional crisis and relief efforts.
Four months after the Dharali flash flood, experts warn the 250,000-tonne 'cement-like' debris is a monumental cleanup challenge. Read about the risks and the community's struggle.
West Bengal CEO Manoj Agarwal will meet 25 nodal agencies on December 11 to strategize against money power and malpractices for the 2026 Assembly elections. Key focus on seizures and preventive arrests.
On the 41st anniversary of the Bhopal gas disaster, the Sambhavna Trust Clinic launched a comprehensive digital archive. This free repository offers vital information for researchers and survivors worldwide. Explore the history and ongoing impact.
Trichy district's flood-vulnerability mapping identifies 373 sq km as high-risk, affecting 2 lakh people. Officials plan mock drills and annual updates for monsoon preparedness.
A journalist in Hong Kong during the deadly Tai Po fire reflects on the misplaced anxiety of distant friends and the city's neglected public housing crisis. Read why instant concern can be a distraction.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation provides sanitation kits to 1,500+ staff for monsoon safety. Learn about the initiative's impact on public health and worker welfare.
Central govt allocates ₹582 crore from NDRF & ₹397 crore from SDRF to Himachal Pradesh for disaster preparedness & recovery. Details on past allocations & NDRF deployments inside.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta launches a major school safety initiative to prepare over 2000 institutions for emergencies. The campaign includes structured training and mock drills to protect students.
Delhi CM launches NDMA's Disaster Ready Schools Campaign across 2,082 schools. Earthquake drills, hazard mapping & digital threat training to safeguard 16.5 lakh students in seismic zone IV. Read more.
The death toll from devastating floods and landslides in West Sumatra, Indonesia, has climbed to 75. Rescue efforts continue as dozens remain missing. Read the latest updates.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk warns a major war is 'inevitable' within 5-10 years, citing geopolitical tensions. He urges nations to boost military readiness. Full analysis.