New research conducted by the geographer and former HOD Professor JS Rawat of Kumaon University reveals that the existence of 353 non-Himalayan and rainy rivers in Uttarakhand has come under threat due to global warming. According to research, the amount of water in these rivers' sources is decreasing yearly. These rivers do not have enough water even during the monsoon season. If the situation does not improve in the next 20 years, many rivers' existence may end.
The Regional Center of Indira Gandhi Open University (IGNOU) has started two new courses. Along with helping the youth find jobs, these courses will also help in dealing with natural calamities. The last date for admission and registration is August 25.
A new report published by the State of Global Air Initiative of the Health Effects Institute (HEI) reveals that the air quality in Delhi is the worst compared to more than 7,000 cities across the globe.
Scientists from Stockholm University published a new study that highlights the alarming fact that drinking rainwater could have some serious health hazards as it is not safe to drink anymore. The team of researchers found that the rainwater contains harmful levels of PFAs (Polyfluoroalkyl) chemicals that are toxic to human health.
A new study published in the Nature Journal highlights that the earth’s biggest ice sheet, located in the east Antarctic is melting at a rapid rate faster than ever. The scientists revealed that the region has the majority of the planet’s glaciers and it was believed in the past that it wouldn’t be affected by the rising global temperature.
On the occasion of India’s 75th Independence Day, Prime Minister Modi addressed the nation and highlighted the significance of a holistic approach and sustainable lifestyle to curb climate change impacts. He pointed out India’s connection with nature and said, “We are the people who know how to live with nature and we know how to love nature.” He added that our ancestors have provided us with the legacy and the solutions to combat the ongoing climate crisis.
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the latest Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) by incorporating the
A modelling study published in The Lancet Planetary Health journal Climate change reveals that climate change is increasing the death rate rapidly. The experts have found that climate change can increase the death rate due to extreme heat by six times by the end of the century. It is not hidden from the world that due to climate change, many changes are being seen in the weather worldwide, including in India. Media reports often give information that the ice in Antarctica is melting faster than ever.
A new study published in the Nature journal reveals that 58% of infectious diseases experienced by humans worldwide are being worsened by the impacts of climate change. The team of researchers highlighted that climate change exacerbates human pathogenic diseases.
PM Modi will represent India at the UN Climate Change Conference, Conference of Parties (COP27), which is going to be held in Egypt from 6-18th November 2022. As per the statement released by the Union Environment Ministry, PM is going to highlight the LIFE Movement Lifestyle for the Environment which was launched on the occasion of World Environment Day, 5 June 2022.
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