Study shows impact of climate hazards on women, childrenWomen and children in Bihar, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal and Telangana are particularly vulnerable to climate change-related disasters, reveals an internal study commissioned by Ministry of Women and Child Development. Children exposed to climate hazards are more likely to be stunted, underweight, and more vulnerable to early pregnancies, it further says. Campaign ends for the fourth phase of pollingCampaigning ended for the fourth phase of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections in 96 seats in 10 States and Union Territories on Saturday. Encroachments, land diversions for ‘non-forestry purposes’ threaten Delhi Ridge, the capital’s lungsOver 308 hectares of the ecologically sensitive Delhi Ridge area have been encroached and another 183 hectares “diverted” for “non-forestry purposes”, a Central Empowered Committee (CEC) report informed the Supreme Court. This was the ninth victory for KKR, which tallied 18 points from 12 matches to remain on top of the standings.

Source: The Hindu May 12, 2024 01:06 UTC