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Climate Alarm from the Himalayas: Sagarmatha Sambaad Speaks Out

Priyanka Singh7 months ago7 months ago08 mins

Reading Time: 6 minutesAs the effects of climate change intensify across the globe, the Himalayas, often called the “Third Pole,” are experiencing a crisis of unprecedented proportions. Against this backdrop, the inaugural Sagarmatha Sambaad—a high-level global dialogue hosted by the Government of Nepal—concluded with a resounding appeal for urgent, collective climate action. Held from May 16 to 18,…

Heat and Cold Extremes Claimed 35,000 Lives in India Over Two Decades: Study

Priyanka Singh7 months ago7 months ago07 mins

Reading Time: 5 minutesIndia’s vast size, along with its varied geography and topography, results in diverse climates and seasonal patterns, making it vulnerable to extreme temperatures—both hot and cold. A recent study has revealed that between 2001 and 2019, exposure to extreme heat and cold led to the deaths of at least 35,000 people in India. The research…