Introduction Groundwater contamination due to excess nitrates is a pressing issue in India, affecting drinking water safety and public health. Nitrate pollution arises mainly from agricultural runoff, improper waste disposal, and industrial activities. However, nitrates are not the only harmful…
Understanding La Niña: Basics, Causes, and Current Scenarios What is La Niña? La Niña, often referred to as the “cold phase” of the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) cycle, is a climatic phenomenon characterized by cooler-than-average sea surface temperatures in the…
Introduction The Bhopal gas tragedy is one of the deadliest incidents that occurred in the city of Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India, during two nights on December 2 and 3, 1984. Unfortunately, people are still suffering its ill effects even today.…
Understanding Climate Change – Overview Climate change is a significant global issue that has been increasingly evident over the past years. It is not limited to India alone; it affects the entire planet. We have witnessed more heatwaves, extreme weather…
