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Himalayan Region and Western Ghats

Differentiating the Causes of Landslides in the Himalayan Region and Western Ghats

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Introduction Landslides are among the most destructive forms of natural disasters that occur due to the downward and outward movement of slope-forming materials like rocks, debris, and soil under the influence of gravity. In India, landslides are a recurrent hazard, especially in the mountainous and hilly terrains that cover a significant portion of the country….

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Tackling Natural Disasters Through Governance: India’s NDMP and the Global Sendai Framework

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Introduction In recent decades, the frequency and intensity of natural disasters have escalated dramatically across the globe. These disasters—ranging from cyclones, floods, earthquakes, wildfires, and droughts—are increasingly linked to the growing impacts of climate change. Rising global temperatures, melting glaciers, erratic rainfall, and rising sea levels are not only environmental challenges but also catalysts for…

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