Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones

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Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
14 Mar, 2026

​Price pressures, Pg6

India's retail inflation surges to 3.2% in February 2026, driven by food inflation, precious metal prices and El Nino effect.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDisaster and Disaster Management
12 Mar, 2026

A seismic decision, Pg8

India's earthquake zoning revision faces rollback due to cost concerns and methodology challenges impacting urban development and disaster preparedness.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster Management
11 Mar, 2026

15 years after Fukushima meltdown, an innkeeper conducts radiation surveys, Pg2

Fukushima's innkeeper leads radiation surveys 15 years post-meltdown, amidst nuclear energy policy shifts and safety concerns.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
10 Mar, 2026

If summer comes, can pollution be far behind?, Pg11

Delhi faces rising ozone pollution due to heat, sunlight, and biogenic volatile organic compounds from specific trees.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
8 Mar, 2026

What is the state of the environment in India?, Pg15

CSE report reveals alarming rise in extreme weather events, human-animal conflict, and air pollution impacting millions across India.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones
4 Mar, 2026

High chances of El Niño after July, says WMO, Pg8

WMO forecasts high El Niño probability post-July, potentially disrupting Indian monsoon patterns and raising global land temperatures significantly.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesImportant Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaDisaster and Disaster Management
3 Mar, 2026

How landscapes’ ‘memories’ shape the way Indian cities flood, PgII

Indian cities flood due to landscape's 'memory' of rain, hydrological hysteresis, and altered drainage systems, exacerbating flood risks.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesSpace Technology
1 Mar, 2026

Radio whistles are first clear sign of Mars lightning, Pg10

NASA's MAVEN mission detects radio waves, confirming lightning on Mars caused by charged dust grains during storms.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna
26 Feb, 2026

Temperature spikes lead to change in El Nino labelling, PgII

El Nino labelling altered due to global warming; triple-dip La Nina contributed to earth's energy imbalance and temperature spikes.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster Management
18 Feb, 2026

A climate warning, to India from Europe, Pg12

EU climate body warns of 2.8°C rise by 2100, urging resilience measures, a lesson for India's climate adaptation strategies.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesDisaster and Disaster Management
10 Feb, 2026

To strengthen tsunami monitoring, Andaman and Nicobar to get regional service centre, Pg2

India enhances tsunami monitoring with Rs 300-crore Andaman & Nicobar project, featuring sub-sea cables and regional service center.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna
9 Feb, 2026

On thin ice, PgII

Thwaites Glacier's melting threatens half-meter sea level rise, endangering coasts and accelerating ice loss in West Antarctica.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones
1 Feb, 2026

El Nino might occur after July; a clear picture will emerge after April: IMD, Pg11

IMD forecasts potential El Nino development post-July, raising concerns about monsoon rainfall, with clearer predictions expected in April.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesSpace Technology
25 Jan, 2026

Seismometers can sense falling orbital debris, Pg14

Seismometers detect sonic booms from Shenzhou-15 debris reentry, enabling faster, more accurate tracking and recovery than radar systems.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsBuffer Stocks and Food Security
22 Jan, 2026

‘Goldilocks’ situation has kept food inflation at bay, Pg19

Favorable monsoon and moderate temperatures lead to bumper crop yields, easing food inflation concerns in India.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Jan, 2026

Water bankruptcy calls for water accounting, Pg12

UN report warns of 'water bankruptcy' due to climate change, urging transparent accounting and sustainable practices globally.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaDisaster and Disaster Management
17 Jan, 2026

Uttarakhand to Himachal to J&K, why this winter feels snowless (Dry winter for country but northwest region particularly hit, receiving just 8 per cent of rain expected), Pg3

Himalayan states face snowless winter, with rainfall 96% below normal, raising concerns about water security and forest fires.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life
16 Jan, 2026

Electrifying: Peak power demand this winter outpaces last summer's, Pg15

India's winter peak power demand surpasses summer levels due to unusual cold, EV adoption, and changing climate patterns.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
15 Jan, 2026

‘Losses due to disasters drop in 2025, picture still alarming’, PgII

Global natural disaster losses drop to $224 billion in 2025, but climate change-driven extreme weather events remain alarming.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
12 Jan, 2026

Fogged out: How Railways and airlines tackle fog-induced disruptions in winter, Pg19

Railways' Kavach system and airlines' ILS CAT IIIB landings mitigate fog disruptions, ensuring safer winter travel amidst visibility challenges.

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