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The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has classified different regions in the country into zones II to V, taking into consideration earthquake records, tectonic activities and damage caused. (Photo: Representational/AP)

Uttrakhand has high probability to witness major earthquake, claim...

State government have been asked to work towards building tremor-resilient infrastructure and take extra care for...

23 Nov 2017 6:02 AM GMT

Before you lend to a friend, make sure that your own financial stability isnt jeopardised in any manner.

5 financial emergencies you need to prepare for

Preparedness is absolutely important, no matter who you are and what you earn.

28 Sep 2017 10:07 PM GMT

With 76% of Indias coastline prone to cyclones and tsunamis, it is easy to notice the increasing climactic threat in people.

Cyclone Season: Are You Fully protected?

Some of the worst weather events occur at the end of the year. Here's how to protect your assets-and your loved ones.

28 Oct 2018 6:40 PM GMT

In Kerala, there are some 44 dams that store river waters. Not being forewarned about the unexpected heavy rains in mid-August, the dams were in danger of overflowing and suddenly released excess water. (Photo: PTI)

India suffered USD 79.5 billion economic loss due to climate disaster:...

The economies of US, China, Japan, India and Puerto Rico have been the worst affected, the report added.

11 Oct 2018 3:42 PM GMT

Traffic police inspector becomes ambulance driver to save newborn baby (Representative image)

Delhi police to get vehicles with tools to rescue accident victims

Vehicles will be fitted with state-of-the-art gadgets and equipment, with an independent power source in them.

13 Jan 2018 9:02 PM GMT

The flooding was a result of global warming, which has led to extraordinary temperatures in the Arctic.

Global warming will put millions more at flood risk in next two...

Researchers say fluvial floods are among the most common and devastating natural disasters nowadays.

13 Jan 2018 7:21 AM GMT

The city of Durban was amongst the most affected areas, which faced flash floods and rainstorm. (Photo:ANI)

51 dead as rainstorm lashes South Africa

South African authorities on Wednesday said that at least 51 people were killed, including two Zambian minors aged six...

24 April 2019 2:48 PM GMT

The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, compared different countries GDP per capita. (Photo:AP)

Global inequality is 25 per cent higher due to climate change

Poorer countries those that have contributed far less to climate change tend to be situated in warmer regions.

7 May 2019 5:29 AM GMT

Eliminating the male head-of-household model is crucial for speeding overall household recovery. (Photo: ANI)

Women deal with natural disasters better than men

When natural disasters strike, men and women respond differently: Study.

23 Sep 2019 6:25 AM GMT

Every time someone searches for certain keywords associated with disaster relief, a prompt will direct them to the relevant information and sources of help available on Twitter, a statement said. (Photo | US Air Force - Kimberly Goff))

Twitter launches search prompt to get you help during natural...

The social network has partnered with the National Disaster Response Force to expand its efforts towards handling...

15 July 2020 1:45 PM GMT

illagers wade through a flooded area following incessant rain, in Saharsa district, Bihar. (PTI)

India Meteorological Department to use artificial intelligence in...

Officials say this can help improve 3-6 hours prediction of extreme weather events, especially for issuing nowcasts

2 Aug 2020 9:07 AM GMT

Floods and landslides have become natures habit in recent times and this is entirely due to plain disregard of recommendations of a series of expert committees set up by the government itself or by the Supreme-Court, typically after a disaster has struck. Representational Image. (PTI)

AA Edit | Govt put greed over need, brace for more disasters

Aerial surveys ministers are plain political gimmicks when what is needed is resolve to preserve fragile ecological...

21 Oct 2021 9:38 PM GMT