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26Mar 2025

Parliament Passes Disaster Management Bill 2024 for Better Preparedness

Why in News ? The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024 has been passed in Parliament to enhance the efficiency of disaster response mechanisms. It empowers NDMA, SDMAs, and local bodies, introduces AI-based monitoring, and promotes proactive risk reduction in disaster management. Government’s Perspective Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized that disasters have evolved in scale …

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25Mar 2025

Thawing Permafrost in Kashmir: Emerging Risks and Implications

Syllabus: GS – 3- Permafrost , cryosphere , environmental damage , Jammu and Kashmir region Focus : This article examines the emerging risks posed by the thawing of permafrost in the Kashmir Himalayas, highlighting its impact on infrastructure, hydrology, and environmental stability. It underscores the necessity for integrated monitoring, strategic infrastructure planning, and community preparedness …

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