Contents1 What is the news? 2 About the study3 What are the key findings of the study?4 What is Heatwave? What is the news? A recent analysis by the Banaras Hindu University (BHU), in collaboration with the Department of Science and Technology(DST) and the Ministry of Earth Sciences(MoES), has found a spatial shift of heatwaves in India. With this shift… Continue reading Heatwave occurrences increasing in India, occurring in new regions: study
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The Atlantic Nino effects
Synopsis: Monsoon predictions are a monumental challenge, especially when it comes to the spatial distribution and the northward migration of the monsoon trough. Contents1 Introduction2 What is the issue?3 What is Atlantic Nino?4 How Atlantic Nino was the cause for rainfall deficit in India?5 Why monsoon prediction is a challenge in India?6 What is the… Continue reading The Atlantic Nino effects
High water: on growing challenge from tropical cyclones
Synopsis: Tropical cyclones laden with moisture and accumulated energy pose a growing challenge, as they have the propensity to inflict heavy damage to lives and property. The welcome concern for public health and economic security must lead to stronger institutional responses to natural disasters too. Why cyclonic storms over northern Indian Ocean have a severe… Continue reading High water: on growing challenge from tropical cyclones
