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IIT Guwahati develops framework to identify High-Risk areas for Glacial La
Updated : 4 months ago IST
Research from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati have developed a predictive framework to identify the locations where glacial lakes are likely to form in the Eastern Himalayan mountains.
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Maharashtra officials on high alert as Marathwada faces heavy rains and fl
Updated : 8 months ago IST
Speaking to reporters, Shinde said, "All officials are on alert. We are prepared to handle heavy rainfall whenever it happens. Arrangements are in place, from boats to pumping equipment. Many buildings in Thane and Ulhasnagar have been affected by the rain, and people will be shifted if nece
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Massive traffic jams across Delhi amid heavy rainfall
Updated : 8 months ago IST
Heavy rainfall in Delhi has triggered significant traffic congestion, particularly at the Delhi-Gurugram border, and raised concerns about potential flooding along the Yamuna River.
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Delhi: Authorities order closure of Old Railway Bridge amid flood risk
Updated : 8 months ago IST
The Delhi Government has directed the closure of traffic and public movement on the bridge over the Yamuna River, effective from 5:00 PM on September 2, 2025, in response to a flood advisory issued by the Central Water Commission (CWC).
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Maharashtra: Flash flood risk in Konkan, Mumbai amid heavy downpour
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a flash flood alert for Sunday in Maharashtra's Konkan, including Mumbai.
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Emergency Operations Centre in Dehradun advices precaution amid flood risk
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
"Traffic should be controlled while maintaining preparedness and security at every level. In case of any disaster/accident, immediate on-site action should be taken, and information should be exchanged immediately. All the officers and departmental nodal officers nominated for disaster manag
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New flood management plan aims to safeguard Israel's urban and agricultura
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
This new national outline plan aims to identify, protect, and maintain critical hydrological infrastructure, including areas for water regulation and containment. The initiative also seeks to preserve streams as natural water-conveying systems, helping mitigate flood risks in urban and agric
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Centre approves National Glacial Lake Outburst Flood Risk Mitigation Proje
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The Central government has approved National Glacial Lake Outburst Flood Risk Mitigation Project (NGRMP) for its implementation in Arunachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim and Uttarakhand to reduce the risks associated with glacial lake outburst floods, particularly in regions that are hi
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Principal Secretary to PM highlights mitigating risks associated with glac
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Mishra was speaking on the occasion of the 4th Workshop of the Committee on Disaster Risk Reduction (CoDRR) on Strategies for GLOF (Glacial Lake Outburst Flood) Risk Reduction here today.
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"Deep Depression", flash flood risk forecasted by IMD over parts of Gujara
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) highlighted that the "deep depression" over East Rajasthan and adjoining West Madhya Pradesh is likely to move westward to reach the Saurashtra region and the adjoining areas of Pakistan, North East Arabian Sea by August 29.
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Tokyo constructs reservoir pond, widens river to tackle flood risks
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
These measures stand as a testament to Tokyo's commitment to safeguarding its residents from potential floods and ensuring a secure urban environment
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APAC sovereigns grapple with limited adaptation capacity to rising floodin
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
According to Fitch Ratings, the vulnerability is particularly pronounced among nations with lower income per capita, weaker governance, and less prepared infrastructure.
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