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Urban India’s Climate Challenge Syllabus GS 3: Urbanisation Why in the News? Recently, COP30 held in Belem, Brazil, placed waste circularity at the core of climate action, committing global funds to reduce methane emissions and urging cities to treat waste as a resource. Introduction Urban waste management has emerged as a defining challenge for India’s …
Read MoreIndia Sends BHISHM Cube Aid to Cyclone-Hit Sri Lanka Why in the News ? India has deployed the BHISHM Cube under the Aarogya Maitri Project to support Sri Lanka’s cyclone-affected region of Indivitiya, Ja-Ela. The portable medical unit is providing essential healthcare services and emergency treatment, highlighting India’s commitment to regional humanitarian assistance. India’s Cyclone …
Read MoreWhat Local Bodies Expect from Sixteenth Finance Commission Why in the News? The 16th Finance Commission (FC) submitted its report to the President on November 17, raising expectations on resource-sharing between the Union and States and recommendations to strengthen the finances of panchayats and municipalities, as mandated under Article 280 of the Constitution. This comes …
Read MoreSupreme Court Calls for Disaster Tag to Wildlife Conflicts Why in the News? The Supreme Court has directed all States to consider declaring human–wildlife conflict as a natural disaster, enabling higher compensation and faster relief. The Court also issued strict orders on tiger reserve management, including restoring the degraded ecology of Corbett Tiger Reserve. This …
Read MoreTyphoon Fung-wong Batters Philippines, Nine Lakh Evacuated Why in the News ? Typhoon Fung-wong made landfall in the Philippines, forcing evacuation of over nine lakh people, killing two, and disrupting air traffic. The typhoon, with winds up to 230 kmph, caused flooding, landslides, and major damage before weakening over Luzon Island. As extreme weather events …
Read MoreChina Issues Blue Alert as Typhoon Fengshen Strengthens, Raising Air Quality Concerns Why in the News? China has issued a Blue Alert as Typhoon Fengshen intensifies near the Philippines, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to southern China, Taiwan, and the South China Sea region. The typhoon’s approach is not only causing immediate weather concerns …
Read MoreWhy in News ? The world is observing the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) today with the theme “Fund Resilience, Not Disasters”, emphasizing the need for greater investment in disaster risk reduction (DRR) and ensuring that all development plans are risk-informed and resilient. This global event showcases the newest approaches and strategies in …
Read MoreIndia’s Roadmap to Disaster Resilience Syllabus: GS 3 ● Disaster resilience ● Sendai framework Why in the News? The article focuses on India’s comprehensive, proactive approach to disaster resilience, highlighting a strategic shift from reactive relief to prevention, preparedness, and nature-based solutions for mitigation. It explores strengthened governance, innovative financial and technological tools, inclusive capacity-building, …
Read MoreSuper Typhoon Ragasa (2025): Key Features & Naming System In September 2025, Super Typhoon Ragasa struck several East Asian regions, including the Philippines, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and southern China. Originating around September 17 in the western Pacific as a tropical depression, Ragasa intensified rapidly over warm ocean waters to become a severe typhoon. According …
Read MoreThis image illustrates the primary types of natural disasters—earthquake, volcanic eruption, tornado, tsunami, drought, landslide, wildfire, and flood—offering concise definitions for each. It is an essential visual aid for UPSC candidates understanding Disaster Management, impacts, and mitigation strategies in India.
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