Articles for Disaster Management

Jaipur Tanker Blast | 'Govt Steps Not Sufficient, Serious Probe Needed': Rajasthan HC Takes Suo Moto Cognizance
21 hours, 25 minutes ago

Jaipur Tanker Blast | 'Govt Steps Not Sufficient, Serious Probe Needed': Rajasthan HC Takes Suo Moto Cognizance

Live Law  

The Rajasthan High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of the December 20th massive fire incident caused by a collision between a gas tanker and multiple vehicles on the Jaipur-Ajmer National Highway, which claimed the lives of at least 14 people. pic.twitter.com/cbg7hZuc91 ".the matter requires immediate serious enquiry and investigation and the appropriate amount of compensation ": #RajasthanHC — Live …

India Rajasthan Disaster Management Court Road Safety Gas Incident
AP: Anitha opens Disaster Management training seminar
6 days, 8 hours ago

AP: Anitha opens Disaster Management training seminar

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha has said the Andhra Pradesh government is well-equipped to tackle any disaster under the leadership of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. She stated this during the inauguration of a three-day training seminar on disaster risk reduction at the National Institute of Disaster Management campus in Gannavaram on Monday. The minister said, “The government has sufficient funds …

Training Disaster Response Disaster Management
Disaster Management bill passed in Lok Sabha amid Oppn uproar
1 week, 3 days ago

Disaster Management bill passed in Lok Sabha amid Oppn uproar

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: The Disaster Management Bill, 2024, was passed in the Lok Sabha on Thursday despite strong criticism from Opposition members. Rai responded to the debate with an hour-long speech, saying, “The government is wholeheartedly committed to strengthening every department concerned for effective disaster management by enabling greater coordination and uniformity in administrative procedures.” Trinamool Congress MP Saugata Roy criticised …

Climate Change Tamil Nadu Disaster Management Management Disasters Lok Sabha Crore
Parliament Winter Session 2024 LIVE: Amit Shah to move Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill in Lok Sabha
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Parliament Winter Session 2024 LIVE: Amit Shah to move Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill in Lok Sabha

India TV News  

Parliament Winter Session 2024: On November 29, 2024, Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to introduce and seek the passage of the Disaster Management Bill, 2024 in the Lok Sabha, aimed at amending the Disaster Management Act, 2005, which was designed to strengthen disaster response mechanisms. The bill, first introduced on August 1, 2024, focuses on improving institutional frameworks …

Disaster Response Disaster Management 2024 Parliament Parliament Winter Session
Experts warn of new threats from landslide dams, glacial lakes in Uttarakhand
1 month, 1 week ago

Experts warn of new threats from landslide dams, glacial lakes in Uttarakhand

New Indian Express  

DEHRADUN: Scientists and experts have warned of emerging threats posed by landslide dams and glacial lakes, urging increased vigilance and management efforts in mitigation measures for disaster management. Natural disasters cannot be prevented, but effective management and mitigation efforts can significantly reduce loss of life and property. It is essential to act with this sensitivity in mind, and accordingly, future …

Disaster Management Management Uttarakhand Glacial Lakes
Revamping Disaster Management Architecture: A Roadmap for India's Resilience
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Revamping Disaster Management Architecture: A Roadmap for India's Resilience

The Hindu  

The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, aims to revamp the disaster management architecture in India by empowering state and central government authorities to prepare disaster management plans at their respective levels. It also provides for the creation of urban disaster management authorities in State capitals and cities with municipal corporations, empowering them to take the lead in disaster management. The …

Law Climate Change Infrastructure Disaster Management New Delhi
High-Level Committee to Decide on Wayanad Landslide Categorization
1 month, 3 weeks ago

High-Level Committee to Decide on Wayanad Landslide Categorization

Live Law  

The Kerala High Court will decide on the categorization of the Wayanad landslide in two weeks. The High-Level Committee will review the arguments presented by the Additional Solicitor General and the Amicus Curiae. The committee will also consider a parametric insurance scheme to provide quick relief to the affected communities.

Law Insurance Disaster Management Public Policy
The Nizams' Revenge: How a City's Hydrology Became a Disaster
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The Nizams' Revenge: How a City's Hydrology Became a Disaster

The Hindu  

The 1908 flood in Hyderabad was a devastating event that caused widespread destruction and loss of life. The city was inundated by a massive wave of water that swept away homes and killed thousands of people. The flood was a result of heavy rainfall caused by a cyclone in the Bay of Bengal. The hydrology of the Musi River played …

Environment Government Law Disaster Management Hyderabad
Odisha Aced Cyclone Dana's Threat Through Community Participation and Advanced Preparedness
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Odisha Aced Cyclone Dana's Threat Through Community Participation and Advanced Preparedness

ABP News  

The article highlights Odisha's remarkable progress in disaster management since the 1999 super cyclone. The state's commitment to preparedness and community participation has resulted in a significant reduction in the impact of future cyclones. Odisha's experience serves as an inspiration for other states in India and beyond.

Law Crime Environmental Community Participation And Outreach Jagatsinghpur
Odisha CM Warns of Severe Flood-Like Conditions Following Cyclone Dana Impact
Trending News
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Odisha CM Warns of Severe Flood-Like Conditions Following Cyclone Dana Impact

Deccan Chronicle  

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has conducted an aerial survey to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Dana in the state. The CM expressed concern about the flood-like conditions in several regions caused by intense rains during the cyclone. He also highlighted the successful evacuation of 810,896 people to safe locations prior to the cyclone's impact.

Environment Law Weather Disaster Management Bhubaneswar
Heavy Rains Cause Devastation in Karnataka, 25 Dead and Crops Destroyed
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Heavy Rains Cause Devastation in Karnataka, 25 Dead and Crops Destroyed

New Indian Express  

Heavy rains in Karnataka have caused widespread damage, resulting in 25 deaths and significant crop losses. The state has received 181mm of rain in the past 100 years, which is 58mm more than the average rainfall. The government has declared compensation for loss of life and property damage, with a focus on agriculture and horticulture crops.

Environment Law Weather Disaster Management Bengaluru
Madurai Suffers Severe Waterlogging After Unprecedented Downpour
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Madurai Suffers Severe Waterlogging After Unprecedented Downpour

Hindustan Times  

Severe waterlogging reported in Madurai after heavy rainfall. The city received 10 cm of rainfall in a short time, with 4.5 cm falling between 3 pm and 3.15 pm. This has led to waterlogging in several low-lying areas, causing hardship to residents. The chief minister has deputed two ministers to carry out the rescue and relief work in affected areas …

Environment Law Weather Disaster Management Madurai
Cyclone Dana: Odisha, West Bengal brace for landfall, heavy rain and wind
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Cyclone Dana: Odisha, West Bengal brace for landfall, heavy rain and wind

The Hindu  

Lakhs of people in Odisha and West Bengal brace for cyclonic storm Dana landfall. The severe cyclonic storm is expected to make landfall in Odisha and West Bengal between midnight Thursday and early morning Friday. The IMD has warned major damage to thatched houses, minor damage to power and communication lines, flooding of escape routes, uprooting of trees and damage …

Law Weather Disaster Management Coastal Communities Odisha
Swift Reaction Ensures No Loss of Life During Flash Floods in Anantapur
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Swift Reaction Ensures No Loss of Life During Flash Floods in Anantapur

The Hindu  

Anantapur District Collector Dr.V. Vinod Kumar has praised the district administration's swift response to the recent flash floods. The administration responded promptly to the heavy downpour in Karnataka State, as well as in Sri Sathya Sai district, and prevented human and property loss. The administration set up three relief centres and shifted 375 affected people there, providing them with food …

Law Crime Natural Disasters Relief and Disaster Management Anantapur
Cyclone Dana Makes Landfall in Odisha, India: A Comprehensive Overview
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Cyclone Dana Makes Landfall in Odisha, India: A Comprehensive Overview

Hindustan Times  

Cyclone Dana makes landfall in Odisha, India, with severe cyclonic storm 'Dana' expected to make landfall on Friday around 12.10 am. The landfall will continue into the early hours of Friday, with wind speeds of 100-110 km/h, expected to reach nearly 120 km/h. Various parts of the state experienced heavy rainfall, strong winds, and rough sea conditions.

Law Weather Safety Disaster Management Puri
Cyclone Dana: Heavy Rainfall, Winds Impact Odisha City
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Cyclone Dana: Heavy Rainfall, Winds Impact Odisha City

India TV News  

Cyclone Dana severely impacts Odisha, with normal life disrupted in Bhubaneswar. The city experiences intense winds and heavy rainfall, leading to the suspension of train services and flight operations. The state government urges residents to stay indoors and avoid venturing out unless absolutely necessary. Emergency teams are on high alert, and the state government activates disaster management protocols to handle …

Law Weather Disaster Management Transport Bhubaneswar
Cyclone Dana: Odisha Evacuation Plans Put in Place
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Cyclone Dana: Odisha Evacuation Plans Put in Place

New Indian Express  

Odisha is bracing for cyclone Dana, with authorities preparing evacuation measures for low-lying areas. The state is on high alert, with officials monitoring vulnerable areas and taking necessary precautions. The state's water resources department is closely monitoring the situation, while the fisheries department has advised fishermen to return home with their boats due to the potential threat of cyclone.

Environment Law Safety Disaster Management Balasore
Cyclone 'Dana' poses unique challenge to Mangrove Forest Division in Odisha
2 months ago

Cyclone 'Dana' poses unique challenge to Mangrove Forest Division in Odisha

The Hindu  

Cyclone 'Dana' poses a unique challenge for the Divisional Forest Officer of the Mangrove Forest Division (Wildlife) in Odisha's Kendrapara district. With the cyclone predicted to cross near Bhitarkanika National Park, the officer and his team are responsible for managing the threat of crocodiles and snakes that may stray into human settlements during storm surges and heavy rainfall. The forest …

Environment Law Wildlife Natural Disaster Management
Cyclone Dana: Odisha, West Bengal Brace for Landfall, as 197 Trains Cancelled
Top News
2 months ago

Cyclone Dana: Odisha, West Bengal Brace for Landfall, as 197 Trains Cancelled

News 18  

Cyclone Dana is expected to make landfall in West Bengal and Odisha, with 197 trains cancelled and schools closed in vulnerable areas. The state governments are preparing for the disaster, with over 5,000 relief centers set up and an estimated 10 lakh people to be evacuated. The Indian Coast Guard is on high alert, with its personnel and assets ready …

Law Weather Disaster Management Emergency Response Puri
Cyclone Dana: Train services suspended, Odisha, Bengal brace for landfall
2 months ago

Cyclone Dana: Train services suspended, Odisha, Bengal brace for landfall

Hindustan Times  

Odisha and West Bengal governments have started evacuating people and decided to close educational institutions in vulnerable areas as cyclone Dana is set to cross the coasts in the early hours of October 25 with a wind speed of 100-110 kmph gusting to 120 kmph. The Odisha government has planned to shift more than 10 lakh people from 3,000 villages …

Law Disaster Management Emergency Cyclone Balasore
Cyclone Dana: West Bengal Brace for Landfall on Odisha and West Bengal Coasts
2 months ago

Cyclone Dana: West Bengal Brace for Landfall on Odisha and West Bengal Coasts

The Hindu  

West Bengal braces for Cyclone Dana, with the state being most vulnerable to its effects. The government has ramped up precautions, including setting up 24x7 control rooms and evacuating vulnerable areas. Fisherfolk are advised to stay away from open waters, and farmers are advised to harvest crops and not keep them in the field.

Government Law Disaster Management Cyclone Puri
Cyclone 'Dana' Set to Make Landfall on Odisha Coast, NDRF Deploys 56 Teams in Five States
2 months ago

Cyclone 'Dana' Set to Make Landfall on Odisha Coast, NDRF Deploys 56 Teams in Five States

India TV News  

Cyclone Dana is set to make landfall on Odisha coast, bringing heavy rainfall and potential flooding and damage. The cyclone is expected to strike between Bhitarkanika National Park and Dhamra Port, with a landfall process starting from the night of October 24 and continuing till the morning of October 25. The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of widespread impact, with …

Law Odisha Disaster Management Cyclone
Flooded Apartment Complex in Bengaluru: Residents Face Challenges
2 months ago

Flooded Apartment Complex in Bengaluru: Residents Face Challenges

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda inspected the flood-affected areas in Tata Nagar in Bengaluru on Tuesday. The situation is very bad, with severe waterlogging and a closed drainage system. The residents are facing problems caused by waterlogging, and no government help has arrived. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued an alert for heavy rainfall in South Interior and coastal …

Environment Law Public Safety Disaster Management Bengaluru
Cyclone Dana: Odisha on High Alert as State Prepares for Landfall
2 months ago

Cyclone Dana: Odisha on High Alert as State Prepares for Landfall

News 18  

Cyclone Dana is expected to make landfall in Odisha and Bengal, with six districts being put on high alert. The state governments have met with their teams to prepare for the cyclone, with NDRF deploying teams and fishermen being advised to stay away from the sea. The central government has assured necessary cooperation and has agreed to provide additional NDRF …

Law Weather Disaster Management Coastal Areas Puri