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1 day ago

Former bureaucrat urges Chief Minister to focus on developing North Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema, not just Amaravati capital

Sarma from the city has written a letter to Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu, urging him to focus on the development of North Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema as well. He said that by focussing on Amaravati alone and investing ₹50,000 to ₹60,000 crore in the name of development of Amaravati Capital, injustice will be done to these two regions. He …

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2 days, 17 hours ago

Four Visakhapatnam students win U.S. fellowship for restoring coastal ecosystem with seagrass

The Hindu

Four city-based students got selected for a 10-day US fellowship tour for restoring the city’s coastal ecosystem with seagrass that is available on the Odisha coast. They are final-year B.Sc., students of Dr. Lankapalli Bullaya College, Visakhapatnam, and their environmental-friendly project is ‘Pioneering Blue Carbon Ecosystems: Restoring Seagrass Meadows in Visakhapatnam Coast’, in a Climate Tank Accelerator competition meant for …

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5 days, 3 hours ago

Indian Ocean nations to mark 20 years since devastating tsunami

Raw Story

by Marchio GORBIANO Tsunami-hit nations will next week commemorate the more than 220,000 people who died in the Boxing Day disaster two decades ago, when huge waves tore into coastal communities around the Indian Ocean. On December 26, 2004, tsunami waves as high as 30 meters in some areas wiped out coastal areas, splintered families, left thousands homeless and killed …

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1 week ago

Coastal groundwater supplies to become undrinkable as salt moves in, Nasa reveals

India Today

A new study led by researchers at Nasa’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory has revealed alarming projections regarding saltwater intrusion into coastal groundwater supplies. The study evaluated over 60,000 coastal watersheds globally, assessing how diminished groundwater recharge and rising sea levels will contribute to saltwater intrusion. The findings indicate that rising sea levels alone could push saltwater inland in 82% of the …

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Coastal areas in T.N. likely to get rains from Tuesday

The Hindu

A low-pressure area over the southeast Bay of Bengal is likely to become more marked and move west-northwestwards towards Tamil Nadu coast in the next two days, bringing rain from Tuesday. The Regional Meteorological Centre, Chennai, on Sunday forecast light to moderate rain at many places over coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal, with thunderstorm and lighting at one or …

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10-year vision of Silicon Beach Program aims at increasing technology jobs to two lakh in Karnataka’s coastal region

The Hindu

The next 10-year vision of the Silicon Beach Program is to increase technology jobs in Karnataka’s coastal region from 20,000 to two lakh, said Rohith Bhat, SBP founding-member and founder of wrkwrk, 99Games & and Robosoft, here on Saturday. Speaking at the second dialogue series of the SBP at Cuboid, wrkwrk Mindspace in Mangaluru, he said that the vision includes …

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1 week, 2 days ago

Second dialogue series of Silicon Beach Program in Mangaluru today

The Hindu

The second dialogue series of the Silicon Beach Program will be held in Mangaluru on Saturday. The SBP is a grouping of like-minded people from diverse fields, who are pooling in their resources to promote economic growth of coastal Karnataka using the technology industry as a growth catalyst. “Mangaluru’s technology ecosystem is experiencing impressive growth, with over 225 companies and …

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Bengaluru weather update: IMD issues yellow alert for heavy rainfall. Check forecast here

India TV News

The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Bengaluru warning of heavy rains over the next four days from Thursday. Yellow alert for Bangalore, surrounding districts The IMD has forecast moderate to heavy rains in urban Bengaluru, rural Bengaluru, Chitradurga, Kolar and Ramanagara till December 13. Coastal districts like Dakshina Kannada and Udupi are also expected to receive …

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1 week, 3 days ago

With bone-dry conditions, Southern California high fire danger could linger into the new year

LA Times

By this time of year, Southern California has usually recorded some measurable rainfall. If the rains don’t come and the winds do, he said, “that will keep us in high fire season.” Two recent stretches of dangerous Santa Ana winds played out exactly the way forecasters worried they would, fueling the flames of major fires across coastal Southern California. “Down …

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1 week, 5 days ago

IMD issues 'orange' and 'yellow' alerts as heavy rain hits Tamil Nadu, AP

India Today

The India Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rainfall warning for Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh on December 11 and 12, due to a 'well-marked low-pressure area' over the southwest and southeast Bay of Bengal. An 'orange alert' has been issued for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Kerala, and Mahe, indicating heavy rain, while a 'yellow alert' has been issued for …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Mannat to grow taller? Gauri seeks coastal authority nod

Hindustan Times

Mumbai: Mannat, actor Shah Rukh Khan’s home in Bandra, a nationally-known address and one of Mumbai’s biggest tourist spots is set to get bigger. The sea-facing house, a colonial-style 1914 Grade three heritage building, is built on a 2091.38 sq meter plot which includes a modern-day six storey annexe that serves as the family’s living quarters. As per documents accessed …

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1 week, 6 days ago

Celebrities and coastal residents flee from wind-driven wildfire in Malibu

Associated Press

MALIBU, Calif. — Evacuation orders and warnings have gone out to 20,000 Southern California residents Tuesday as firefighters battled a wind-driven wildfire in Malibu that burned near celebrities’ seaside mansions, horse farms and Pepperdine University, the sheriff’s department said. The “stubborn fire” is 0% contained and has drawn some 1,500 firefighters, Los Angeles County Fire Department Chief Anthony C. Marrone …

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1 week, 6 days ago

Biden's approval of an oil lease sale will keep the door open to drilling in Alaska's Arctic refuge

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Biden administration has approved …

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2 weeks ago

Mangroves saved $855 billion that could have been lost to floods globally

India Today

A new study from the Center for Coastal Climate Resilience at UC Santa Cruz has revealed that mangroves provide an astonishing $855 billion in flood protection services globally. The study, titled Building Coastal Resilience with Mangroves: The Contribution of Natural Flood Defenses to the Changing Wealth of Nations, emphasises the critical role mangroves play in shielding coastal communities from floods, …

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2 weeks ago

Embracing winter by sea: A tranquil escape to Qingdao

China Daily

Winter in Qingdao offers serenity by the sea, where the tranquil beauty of the coastline beckons visitors to unwind and rejuvenate. Experience the serenity of winter by the sea in Qingdao, a coastal gem inviting visitors to unwind amidst breathtaking ocean views and cool sea breezes. The city's iconic red roofs and European architecture stand out against the winter sky, …

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2 weeks ago

Editorial: It’s past time for city officials to let Venice Dell homeless housing move ahead

LA Times

In Los Angeles, a city desperate for homeless housing, one project that will fill some of that need has been unconscionably delayed for years. On Wednesday, the California Coastal Commission will take up the Venice Dell Community project, which will provide 117 units, including 68 for homeless supportive housing and the remainder for low-income affordable housing, on a city-owned 2.65-acre …

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2 weeks ago

Embracing winter by sea: A tranquil escape to Qingdao

China Daily

Winter in Qingdao offers serenity by the sea, where the tranquil beauty of the coastline beckons visitors to unwind and rejuvenate. Experience the serenity of winter by the sea in Qingdao, a coastal gem inviting visitors to unwind amidst breathtaking ocean views and cool sea breezes. The city's iconic red roofs and European architecture stand out against the winter sky, …

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2 weeks ago

Heavy rainfall likely for AP on Dec 11, 12

Deccan Chronicle

Visakhaptnam: Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms accompanied by lightning at isolated places are forecast for south coastal as well as Rayalaseema districts from December 11 to 12. The low-pressure area persists over southeast Bay of Bengal and adjoining east Equatorial Indian Ocean, with the associated cyclonic circulation extending up to middle tropospheric levels. It is likely to move west-north-westwards and become …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

November showers: Interior blocks saw less rain than coastal areas in Ramnathapuram

New Indian Express

RAMANATHAPURAM: While coastal areas of Ramanathapuram received excess rainfall, there has been a moderate drop in rain in the interior blocks of the district. As per data, blocks including Kamudhi, Thiruvadanai and others received less than 200 mm rainfall, whereas coastal regions recorded more than 300 mm rain in the last one month. According to meteorological department statistics, Ramanathapuram district …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Sea Erosion: Change in land cover, a rising concern

New Indian Express

BENGALURU: If the 7,500 km-long coastline gives the country advantage in terms of trade and tourism, it also is a matter of concern because of increasing coastal erosion. Globally, there has been a 20 cm rise in sea level since 1900, which means the sea ingressed into land by as much as 10 metres. To address sea erosion, government agencies …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Coastal Carolina takes on Jacksonville State following Brooks’ 20-point performance

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Conway, South Carolina; Saturday, 1 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Coastal Carolina faces Jacksonville State after Savannah Brooks scored 20 points in Coastal Carolina’s 82-63 victory over the Coker Cobras. Coastal Carolina ranks fifth in the Sun Belt at …

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US issues tsunami warning for coastal California, Oregon after 7.0 magnitude earthquake off coast

Firstpost

“A tsunami Warning is now in effect which includes the coastal areas of California and Oregon from Davenport, California to Douglas/Lane Line, Oregon,” a notification on the US Tsunami Warning Centers website read The earthquake struck off coast of Northern California. Image courtesy: US Tsunami Warning System A powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California on …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Defence Acquisition Council approves ₹21,772 crore capital projects to improve defence preparedness

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: In a significant move to enhance defence preparedness, the Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has approved five major capital acquisition projects worth over ₹21,772 crore. The Ministry of Defence announced the decision on Tuesday, highlighting the procurement's importance for the Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, Indian Army, and the Coast Guard. For the Indian …

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3 weeks ago

Rain likely in south coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema today

Deccan Chronicle

Visakhapatnam: Cyclone Fengal, which crossed the north Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts on Saturday night, weakened into a deep depression by Sunday evening. The system triggered heavy rainfall and strong winds over the south coastal and Rayalaseema districts of Andhra Pradesh, flooding low-lying areas in parts of Nellore, Tirupati, Chittoor, Annamayya, and YSR Kadapa districts. The downpour damaged crops in …

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Former bureaucrat urges Chief Minister to focus on developing North Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema, not just Amaravati capital

Four Visakhapatnam students win U.S. fellowship for restoring coastal ecosystem with seagrass

Indian Ocean nations to mark 20 years since devastating tsunami

Coastal groundwater supplies to become undrinkable as salt moves in, Nasa reveals

Coastal areas in T.N. likely to get rains from Tuesday

10-year vision of Silicon Beach Program aims at increasing technology jobs to two lakh in Karnataka’s coastal region

Second dialogue series of Silicon Beach Program in Mangaluru today

Bengaluru weather update: IMD issues yellow alert for heavy rainfall. Check forecast here

With bone-dry conditions, Southern California high fire danger could linger into the new year

IMD issues 'orange' and 'yellow' alerts as heavy rain hits Tamil Nadu, AP

Mannat to grow taller? Gauri seeks coastal authority nod

Celebrities and coastal residents flee from wind-driven wildfire in Malibu

Biden's approval of an oil lease sale will keep the door open to drilling in Alaska's Arctic refuge

Mangroves saved $855 billion that could have been lost to floods globally

Embracing winter by sea: A tranquil escape to Qingdao

Editorial: It’s past time for city officials to let Venice Dell homeless housing move ahead

Embracing winter by sea: A tranquil escape to Qingdao

Heavy rainfall likely for AP on Dec 11, 12

November showers: Interior blocks saw less rain than coastal areas in Ramnathapuram

Sea Erosion: Change in land cover, a rising concern

Coastal Carolina takes on Jacksonville State following Brooks’ 20-point performance

US issues tsunami warning for coastal California, Oregon after 7.0 magnitude earthquake off coast

Defence Acquisition Council approves ₹21,772 crore capital projects to improve defence preparedness

Rain likely in south coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema today