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Lahore Records World’s Highest Air Pollution Levels Why in the News? Lahore has topped the global pollution rankings with an alarming AQI of 353, marking it as the world’s most polluted city. The report by IQAir highlights persistent smog, poor visibility, and worsening environmental stress across Pakistan’s major urban centres. Lahore Tops Global AQI Rankings …
Read MoreStorm Claudia Devastates Portugal and Wales Region Why in the News ? Storm Claudia has caused severe destruction across Portugal and parts of Wales, leading to three deaths, multiple injuries, and major flooding. Authorities issued amber alerts as the storm disrupted homes, businesses, infrastructure and triggered significant emergency response efforts. Impact of Storm Claudia in …
Read MoreWhy in News? The Great Barrier Reef, the world’s biggest coral reef system and one of the most iconic world heritage places, has recorded its largest annual coral loss in 40 years due to severe 2024 bleaching triggered by climate change-induced heat stress. This unprecedented loss highlights the escalating environmental volatility in this UNESCO World …
Read MoreLakshadweep Coral Reefs Decline by Fifty Percent Why in the News ? A 24-year-long monitoring study has revealed that coral cover in the Lakshadweep archipelago has declined by nearly 50% since 1998 due to repeated marine heatwaves, worsened by climate change, and reduced recovery after each bleaching event. Findings of Long-Term Coral Survey: Coral decline: …
Read MoreWhy in the news? 1,318 forest fire outbreaks reported this year(2024). Fires impacted Shimla, Chamba, Bilaspur, Dharamshala, Hamirpur, Kullu Mandi, Rampur, Nahan, Solan, and the Great Himalayan National Park. 12,718 hectares of land were affected, including 2,789 hectares of plantations, causing a loss of ₹4.61 crore. IMD expects a western disturbance by June 4, potentially …
Read MoreWhy in the news ? Uttarakhand forest fire fought vigorously by officials; man-made causes, challenges amid dry conditions emphasised, highlighting relentless firefighting efforts. source:dreamstime About the Rapid Spread and Intensive Efforts: Forest officials, led by Forester Shiv Singh Rawat, combat a fast-spreading fire in Dhumakot, Uttarakhand. Armed with basic tools, they work tirelessly to create …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Asia’s extreme weather events in 2023, highlighted by floods and storms, prompt concerns over climate change impact and disaster management. About the Asia’s Disaster Situation in 2023: Most Disaster-Hit Region: Asia witnessed 79 extreme weather events, affecting over 9 million people directly and claiming 2,000 lives. Nature of Disasters: Over 80% …
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