World Meteorological Organisation
World Meteorological Day – Update (March, 2023)
World Meteorological Day is a significant day for meteorologists, weather enthusiasts, and anyone interested in climate and weather patterns. The day aims to raise awareness about the importance of meteorology and weather forecasting and the role of the World Meteorological ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs
State of Global Water Resources Report
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) recently released its first State of Global Water Resources Report to assess the impact of environmental, climatic and social changes on the world’s water resources. Its objective is to support the monitoring and effective management ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs • Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
COP27: WMO unveils USD 3.1 billion action plan
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) recently released the Executive Action Plan of Early Warnings for All. What is the action plan all about? The Executive Action Plan of Early Warnings for All was released by during a roundtable meeting at ..
Month: Current Affairs – November, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
UN-WMO Goal for Climate Early Warning Systems
A project has been announced by the United Nations to put every individual on the planet in early weather-warning systems range within the next five years as natural disasters have grown frequent and more powerful due to the effects of ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
IMD Climate Hazards E-Book and Vulnerability e-Atlas
An e-book titled “Climate Hazards and Vulnerability Atlas of India- State: Tamil Nadu” has been launched by the India Meteorological Department on 23rd March as part of World Meteorological Day celebrations Overview: This newly launched atlas can be accessed by ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs
WMO releases GHG bulletin
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) released its Greenhouse Gas Bulletin, recently. Key Facts As per Bulletin, abundance of heat-trapping greenhouse gases in the atmosphere reached a new record again in the year 2020. Annual rate of increase was above the ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2021
Atlas of Mortality and Economic Losses from Weather, Climate and Water Extremes (1970-2019)
Atlas of Mortality and Economic Losses from Weather, Climate and Water Extremes (1970-2019) was released on September 1, 2021. Key Findings According to the atlas, developed nations incurred the bulk of $3.6tn in economic losses because of severe weather events ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2021
Global Annual to Decadal Climate Update
Global Annual to Decadal 10-year Climate Update was released by United Kingdom’s Met Office led by World Meteorological Organisation. Key Findings According to the release, world will temporarily breach 1.5-Celsius warming mark within 2021-2025. It highlights, there is 40 percent ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2021
Statement on Climate of India during 2020
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) recently released its Statement on Climate of India during 2020. According to IMD, 2020 was the eight warmest year on record since 1901. What are the Key Highlights of the Statement on Climate of India, ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2021
IMD commissions Flash Flood Guidance Services in South Asia
On October 23, 2020, India Meteorological Department commissioned the Flash Flood Guidance Services in South Asia. The service is first of its kind for the South Asian region. Highlights The Flood Guidance Service will include warning about threats six hours ..