Manipur Violence: 1500 get safe passage; 5,500 in relief camps in Churachandpur Security forces took out a flag march on foot around Churachandpur town along with district police and civil administration led by DC Sharath Arroju. https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/manipur-violence-1500-get-safe-passage-5500-in-relief-camps-in-churachandpur

Manipur Violence: 1500 get safe passage; 5,500 in relief camps in Churachandpur

Security forces took out a flag march on foot around Churachandpur town along with district police and civil administration led by DC Sharath Arroju.

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Manipur Violence: 1500 get safe passage; 5,500 in relief camps in Churachandpur

Security forces took out a flag march on foot around Churachandpur town along with district police and civil administration led by DC Sharath Arroju.

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The petition by the BJP MLA argues that directing the state government to recommend a tribe for inclusion in the Scheduled Tribe List falls solely within the jurisdiction of the state, and not the High Court. https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/hac-moves-sc-against-hc-order-on-st-status-for-meitei-community #HighCourtOrder #meiteicommunity #bjpmanipur

The petition by the BJP MLA argues that directing the state government to recommend a tribe for inclusion in the Scheduled Tribe List falls solely within the jurisdiction of the state, and not the High Court.

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The petition by the BJP MLA argues that directing the state government to recommend a tribe for inclusion in the Scheduled Tribe List falls solely within the jurisdiction of the state, and not the High Court.

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European Manipuri Association appealed to all the parties involved to exercise restraint and refrain from resorting to violence or any other form of destructive behaviour which will only lead to more suffering and hardship. https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/european-manipuri-association-draws-stakeholders-attention-to-restore-normalcy-in-manipur #Ema #manipur #ifpnews

European Manipuri Association appealed to all the parties involved to exercise restraint and refrain from resorting to violence or any other form of destructive behaviour which will only lead to more suffering and hardship.

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European Manipuri Association appealed to all the parties involved to exercise restraint and refrain from resorting to violence or any other form of destructive behaviour which will only lead to more suffering and hardship.

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Aribam Syam Sharma’s ISHANOU recognised as World Classic https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/aribam-syam-sharmas-ishanou-recognised-as-world-classic #manipur #aribamshyamsharma #ishanou #worldclassic #ManipuriFilm

Aribam Syam Sharma’s ISHANOU recognised as World Classic

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Aribam Syam Sharma’s ISHANOU recognised as World Classic

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Peace will be restored, everything will be fine in no time: Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/peace-will-be-restored-everything-will-be-fine-in-no-time-manipur-governor-anusuiya-uikey

Peace will be restored, everything will be fine in no time: Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey

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Peace will be restored, everything will be fine in no time: Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey

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#Manipur #Chief_Secretary replaced Manipur Violence: Vineet Joshi has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Manipur, replacing Dr Rajesh Kumar. https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/manipur-chief-secretary-replaced

#Manipur #Chief_Secretary replaced
Manipur Violence: Vineet Joshi has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Manipur, replacing Dr Rajesh Kumar.

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#Manipur #Chief_Secretary replaced
Manipur Violence: Vineet Joshi has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Manipur, replacing Dr Rajesh Kumar.

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#Article_355 not promulgated in Manipur: #SecurityAdvisor Kuldiep Singh https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/article-355-not-promulgated-in-manipur-security-advisor-kuldiep-singh

#Article_355 not promulgated in Manipur: #SecurityAdvisor Kuldiep Singh

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#Article_355 not promulgated in Manipur: #SecurityAdvisor Kuldiep Singh

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No exploration of oil & gas in Naga territories, says NSCN (I-M)

“The 600 tonnes of oil and natural gas reserves is a blessed wealth of the Nagas and no authority will be given the liberty to exploit so as long as the government of India continues to handle the Naga political issue with flattering and betraying fashion”, says NSCN (I-M). By Imna Longchar, TFM Nagaland Correspondent […]

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“The 600 tonnes of oil and natural gas reserves is a blessed wealth of the Nagas and no authority will be given the liberty to exploit so as long as the government of India continues to handle the Naga political issue with flattering and betraying fashion”, says NSCN (I-M).

By Imna Longchar, TFM Nagaland Correspondent

National Socialist Council of Nagalim or the NSCN (I-M) on Wednesday has said that there should be no exploitation of oil and natural gas in Naga territories till an honourable “political settlement” is arrived at with the government of India (GoI).
MIP, NSCN/GPRN, while concerned about the “exploration” in a press statement said that ever since Nagaland got its statehood in the year 1963, the government of India has been casting “covetous eyes” on Naga wealth as the state is endowed with variety of mineral deposits, particularly petroleum.
However, the the “sticking point” was the unresolved political issue that is still “hanging in fire” in the negotiating table for almost two decades (25 years), said NSCN (I-M).
In this regard, the outfit stated that over two decades back, it had issued a standing order that no mineral wealth in Naga areas would be allowed for exploration and extraction till the political settlement is arrived at.
For this, the NSCN (I-M) said same order is still “valid” and therefore “no amount of justification in the name of mobilizing financial resources for development would stand “ride roughshod” over the “inalienable” Naga People’s right over their land resources.
Ironically, the NSCN (I-M) that the oil issue has come at the time when the government of India was showing its “sincerity and commitment” to respect the historical and political rights of the Naga people as enshrined in the “historic” framework agreement of August 3, 2015, and pulling the ” Indo-Naga” political talks for more than 25 years on “filmsy” ground of negotiating on the “non-negotiable” issue of the Naga National Flag and Constitution.
While affirming that for over 70 years,the Nagas have stood the test of time to defend the God given rights, the NSCN (I-M) also mentioned that “no wonder the huge mineral wealth is a reflection of God’s gift for the Naga nation”, and the 600 tonnes of oil and natural gas reserves is a blessed wealth of the Nagas and no authority will be given the liberty to exploit so as long as the government of India continues to handle the Naga political issue with flattering and betraying fashion.
It also went on to add that as much as the government of India attached huge economic significance to the mineral wealth particularly oil and natural gas of Nagaland, the same degree of political commitment should be demonstrated in a meaningful and credible manner as demanded by the ongoing “Indo-Naga” political talks.
“Nagas would not like to stand out as a laughing stock before the world when the Naga political issue after signing the Framework agreement in 2015 is still made to look like a strange shambling figure” added the NSCN (I-M).
It also further said that what belongs to the Naga people would not be allowed to be subjugated like one finds it during era of colonialism.
Mentioning that “priority” has to be set in correct perspective, the NSCN (I-M) further said that until an honourable political settlement between the Nagas and the government of India is reached, no exploration of oil and natural gas in Naga territories in any form shall be allowed.

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Tension prevails in Manipur; Govt suspends mobile data services after reports of arson, clashes

In an effort to thwart the “design and activities of anti-national and anti-social elements and to maintain peace”, the government decided to suspend mobile data services in the state TFM Report Parts of Manipur, particularly in Churachandpur and Bishnupur districts witnessed palpable tension following a ‘Tribal Solidarity Rally’ called by All Tribal Student’s Union Manipur […]

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In an effort to thwart the “design and activities of anti-national and anti-social elements and to maintain peace”, the government decided to suspend mobile data services in the state

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Parts of Manipur, particularly in Churachandpur and Bishnupur districts witnessed palpable tension following a ‘Tribal Solidarity Rally’ called by All Tribal Student’s Union Manipur (ATSUM) in all hill districts of the state. There were reports of violence and clashes between volunteers of different communities. Following the volatile situation, the government of Manipur has  decided to suspend mobile data services in the state.  All mobile service providers are hereby directed to ensure compliance of this order.

An order issued by Commissioner (Home), the Director General of Police, Manipur vide letter No.IC/11(163)/2008-PHQ(Pt)/01422 dated 03-05-2023 reported that, All Tribal Student’s Union Manipur (ATSUM) organized a rally in all hill districts on 03-05-2023 with total shutdown in all hill districts from 6 AM to 4 PM in protest against the demand for inclusion of Meitei/Meetei in Scheduled Tribe (ST) category. During this rally and total shutdown there are reports on incidents like fighting amongst volunteers/youths of different communities and situation is tense and volatile in the districts of Bishnupur and Churachandpur, said the order.

The government order said that some anti-social elements are using social media extensively for transmission of images, hate speech and hate video messages inciting the passions of the public. The social media has also become a handy tool for rumor mongers and is being used to incite general public which might have serious repercussions for the law and order situation in
the State of Manipur.

The state government said that there is an imminent danger of loss of life and/or damage to public/private property, and wide spread disturbances to public tranquillity and communal harmony, as a result of inflammatory material and false rumours, which are being/could be transmitted/circulated to the public through social media/messaging services on mobile services, SMS services and dongle services. In an effort to thwart the “design and activities of anti-national and anti-social elements and to maintain peace and communal harmony and to prevent any loss of life or danger to public/private property, the order said that “it has become necessary to take adequate measures to maintain law and order in public interest, by stopping the spread of disinformation and false rumours, through various social media platform such as Whatsapp, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter etc. on mobile phone and SMS, for facilitating and/or mobilization of mobs of agitators and demonstrators, which can cause loss of life and/or damage to public/private property by indulging in arson/vandalism and other types of violent activities”.

Invoking powers conferred under Rule 2 of Temporary Suspension of Telecom Services (Public Emergency or Public Safety) Rules, 2017, “having satisfied that the above situation is likely to cause serious disturbances to the entire peaceful co-existence of the communities and maintenance of public order”, the state government has ordered the suspension/curbing of mobile data services in the territorial jurisdiction of the State of Manipur. All Mobile Service providers have been directed to ensure compliance of this order which will be in force for the next 5(five) days. Any person found guilty for violation of aforesaid orders will be liable for legal action, said the order.

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Tribal Solidarity March held in Ukhrul

Organised by Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong (TKS) under the aegis of All Tribal Students Union Manipur (ATSUM), the rally kickstarted from Gandhi Chowk and wind up at Mini Secretariat Complex Ukhrul. The rally was also participated by representatives from KSO-Ukhrul. TFM Ukhrul Correspondent Tribal Solidarity March under the theme “Come Now Let Us Reason Together” was […]

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Organised by Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong (TKS) under the aegis of All Tribal Students Union Manipur (ATSUM), the rally kickstarted from Gandhi Chowk and wind up at Mini Secretariat Complex Ukhrul. The rally was also participated by representatives from KSO-Ukhrul.

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Tribal Solidarity March under the theme “Come Now Let Us Reason Together” was held on Wednesday at the Ukhrul District Headquarters.

Organised by Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong (TKS) under the aegis of All Tribal Students Union Manipur (ATSUM), the rally kickstarted from Gandhi Chowk and wind up at Mini Secretariat Complex Ukhrul. The rally was also participated by representatives from KSO-Ukhrul. Those who participated in the rally submitted a memorandum addressed to the President of India through the Deputy Commissioner of Ukhrul.

The memorandum stated that “in the event of the demand for inclusion of Meitei/Meetei community in the ST category gaining momentum with most of the Legislators from the valley including the Hon’ble MP (Rakya Sabha) openly declaring their support without taking into account of the irrationality of the demand and sentiments of the tribal community of the State, the Tangkhul tribe Student’s Union is constrained to submit this representation as a reminder for utmost perusal and intervention as the future of the tribal communities looks bleak and uncertain.”

The memorandum also mentioned that “the Hills, constituting more than 90% of the total geographical areas and about 41% of the total population, have been subjugated, marginalized and deprived by the State Government dominated by the majority valley community for decades. The Industrial Unit Index and Infrastructural Unit Index clearly revealed that the tribals of Manipur have been under extreme form of subjugation and domination in their own land. As such, granting of ST status to the Meitei/Meetei community, who have already enjoyed all the benefits of modern amenities, will further annihilate the minority tribal communities who will ultimately be rendered landless in their own homeland since the Meitei/Meetei community will be free to snatched the lands and grabbed the 31% reservation allocated for the tribals”.

“Moreover, the tribal communities genuinely feel that a separate political system with full autonomy will be the only way out if we are to protect the weak amd marginalized tribal community from the onslaught of the dominant Meitei/Meetei community. Therefore, in the light of the above facts and circumstances, the tribal people of the state called upon your honourable self to help prevent the inclusion of Meitei/Meetei as Scheduled Tribe in the constitution of India. The recognition of Meitei/Meetei as Scheduled Tribe will not only sound a dead knell to the constitution protection of hill tribal communities in the country. It will also be a contempt to the democratic principles of justice amd equality, the foundation on which this great country is built upon. As such, this illogical and illegitimate demand should be prevented at all cost.”, said the memorandum.

It also stated that “it is well known fact that the Meitei/Meetei community, a majority in the state of Manipur categorised as General, Scheduled Caste amd Other Backward Classes is excelling and commanding in all aspects of life. Besides government jobs, their districts are far ahead of other districts in the while Northeast India. According to the table provided, the Infrastructural Development Index of Districts of Manipur (2009), the valley districts namely Imphal West has a CDI Value of 328.96, Imphal East has 245.00, Thoubal has 189.70 and Bishnupur has 151.73. In the hill districts, Senapati has 114.00 CDI Value, Ukhrul has 83.00, Tamenglong has 73.69, Churachandpur has 73.13 and Chandel has 70.49. According to number of Registered Industrila Units, Investment and Production (2005-06), the hill districts has 27 number of Units (SIDO + Non-SIDO) whereas valley districts have 86. Investment in P&M in the hill districts amounts to Rs. 34.19 Lakh as compared to Rs. 154.61 Lakh in the valley districts. Value of production in the hill districts is recorded at Rs. 39.61 and in the valley districts at Rs. 553.65 Lakh.”

The memorandum was jointly signed by Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong (Apex body of Tangkhul Student’s Organisations), Zingtun Tangkhul Katamnao Long (West), Zingsho Katamnao Long (East), Raphei Katamnao Long (North), Tangkhul Aze Katamnao Long (South) and Sagolmang Area Naga Student’s Association.

The rally was participated by Tangkhul Naga Long, Tangkhul Naga Wungnao Long, Tangkhul Shanao Long and Tangkhul Mayar Ngala Long. The Tangkhul Frontal Organisations expressed their full support on the ongoing movement headed hy ATSUM and TKS.

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Huge consignment of IMFL-DIC liqour seized A police team raided suspected houses and conducted house searches for IMFL-DIC liqour at Pallel Mamang Leikai and Maning Leikai. https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/huge-consignment-of-imfl-dic-liqour-seized

Huge consignment of IMFL-DIC liqour seized

A police team raided suspected houses and conducted house searches for IMFL-DIC liqour at Pallel Mamang Leikai and Maning Leikai.

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Huge consignment of IMFL-DIC liqour seized

A police team raided suspected houses and conducted house searches for IMFL-DIC liqour at Pallel Mamang Leikai and Maning Leikai.

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Facial Recognition System for #ILP launched CM @NBirenSingh flagged off two camera mounted mobile FRS vehicles to strengthen detection of illegal immigrants in the state. https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/facial-recognition-system-for-ilp-launched

Facial Recognition System for #ILP launched

CM @NBirenSingh flagged off two camera mounted mobile FRS vehicles to strengthen detection of illegal immigrants in the state.

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Facial Recognition System for #ILP launched

CM @NBirenSingh flagged off two camera mounted mobile FRS vehicles to strengthen detection of illegal immigrants in the state.

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Meghalaya government to hold series of meetings over roster system CM @SangmaConrad said the #Meghalaya government has taken multiple presentations from various departments for the implementation of the roster system post May 15. https://www.ifp.co.in/meghalaya/meghalaya-government-to-hold-series-of-meetings-over-roster-system

Meghalaya government to hold series of meetings over roster system

CM @SangmaConrad said the #Meghalaya government has taken multiple presentations from various departments for the implementation of the roster system post May 15.

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Meghalaya government to hold series of meetings over roster system

CM @SangmaConrad said the #Meghalaya government has taken multiple presentations from various departments for the implementation of the roster system post May 15.

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Manipur’s new railway track at Khongsang station sinks https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/manipurs-new-railway-track-at-khongsang-station-sinks

Manipur’s new railway track at Khongsang station sinks

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Manipur’s new railway track at Khongsang station sinks

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CBI books suspended NIA SP, inspector in alleged extortion case https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/cbi-books-suspended-nia-sp-inspector-in-alleged-extortion-case

CBI books suspended NIA SP, inspector in alleged extortion case

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CBI books suspended NIA SP, inspector in alleged extortion case

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Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023

Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023 The government introduced the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023 in Lok Sabha and proposed changes to the Forest (Conservation) Act, (FC) 1980. The aim of the proposed changes is to build forest carbon stock by raising plantations. The Bill also seeks to make land available for compensatory afforestation. Read the […]

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Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023

The government introduced the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023 in Lok Sabha and proposed changes to the Forest (Conservation) Act, (FC) 1980. The aim of the proposed changes is to build forest carbon stock by raising plantations. The Bill also seeks to make land available for compensatory afforestation.

Read the full text here: THE FOREST (CONSERVATION) AMENDMENT BILL, 2023

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Understanding The Metrics of Heat Waves in South Asia

The prolonged exposure to high temperatures and wet bulb conditions can lead to high risks of heat stroke and a range of physiological impacts. 90 deaths were reported in 2022 due to extreme heat stress.   By Salam Rajesh Climate change has made devastating heat wave impact early in India and Pakistan this year, with […]

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The prolonged exposure to high temperatures and wet bulb conditions can lead to high risks of heat stroke and a range of physiological impacts. 90 deaths were reported in 2022 due to extreme heat stress.

 

By Salam Rajesh

Climate change has made devastating heat wave impact early in India and Pakistan this year, with Pakistan experiencing 30 times more intensity than India, says Dr Friederike Otto of the World Weather Attribution, adding that climate change is likely to increase extreme monsoon rainfall, flooding highly vulnerable communities in Pakistan.

Dr Otto (Senior Lecturer, Grantham Institute for Climate Change and Environment & Co-Founder, World Weather Attribution) was speaking on the topic ‘Understanding Attribution Science: Human induced Climate Change and Heatwaves’ as part of the proceeding of a National Workshop on Heatwaves, Climate Change and its Impacts on Health, Economy and Energy Policies in India at Bengaluru on the 27th of last month, courtesy of Bangalore-based climate strategist group Climate Trends.

Dr Otto’s observation reflects closely to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO)’s warning of a likely spike in temperatures globally this summer, as prelude to the projected El Nino event this year. The year 2015-2016 was recorded as the hottest year in recent history, and this was primarily driven by an El Nino event according to reports. 1500 deaths were reported in the coastal plains of Odisha during 2015 from the intense heat wave that year.

In March, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) had predicted normal monsoon this year but forewarned that an El Nino event can affect the monsoon. Forecasting a 75 percent chance of El Nino in India, the IMD said it could weaken the southwest monsoon and may lead to severe heat waves and droughts in the country – a forewarning that could wreak havoc with the agricultural system in the country, and with a possible backlash on the rural economy.

The forecast for the year has disturbing news for the country wherein compound events of heat waves, cyclones and floods can overlap one another and can cause extensive damages to crops and properties, asserts scientist Dr Roxy Mathew Koll of the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, Pune. Dr Koll was speaking on the subject ‘The dominance of Climate Change on global circulations and its impact on heatwaves and marine heatwaves’.

Bangalore-based climate strategist group Climate Trends stated that “By February-April 2023, most models indicate the return of ENSO-neutral, with a probability of 82%. What is more concerning is the arrival of the dreaded phenomena of El Nino. Climate models are predicting potential return to El Niño by May-July, which coincides with summer monsoon that spans from June to September”.

“During a La Niña, the tropical Pacific soaks up heat like a sponge and builds up the warm water volume. This is the warm water that spills across from the western Pacific to the eastern Pacific during an El Niño. Three consecutive years of La Niña means that the warm water volume is fully loaded and it is likely that the system is ready to give birth to an El Niño. Will it be a strong El Niño like the one during 2015-16? We may get some indications in spring itself,” explains Dr Raghu Murtugudde, Visiting Professor, Earth System Scientist at IITB (Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay) and Emeritus Professor at University of Maryland.

“As for the monsoon itself, if an El Niño state does emerge by summer, then we are more than likely to see a deficit monsoon. A transition from a La Niña winter (which we are in now) to a summer El Niño state tends to produce the largest deficit in the monsoon – of the order of 15%. This implies that the pre-monsoon and monsoon circulations tend to be weaker”. Dr Raghu was speaking on the thematic topic ‘Understanding the variation in weather patterns and the need for early warning systems’.

Kunal Satyarthi (Joint Secretary, National Disaster Management Agency) speaking on the topic ‘The hurdles in building adaptive capacity: A status check on planning and implementation of heat action plans’, stressed on the triple risks of climate hazard, vulnerability and exposure that can cause extensive damage and loss across the different sectors, with the marginalized sections of society more likely to be impacted by the risks involved.

Dr Luke Parsons (Postdoctoral Associate, Duke University) speaking on the subjective matter, ‘Rising wet-bulb temperatures and labour impact’, stressed that as per the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) model, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO 7243) emphasizes that during temperatures reaching above 26 degree Celsius workers are advised to take half hour rest from their heavy work duty.

In case of temperatures reaching above 32-33 degree Celsius the ISO recommends all heavy works should stop. The WBGT model is used in military, occupational health, and athletic events, Dr Luke explains while stating that the model includes temperature, humidity, wind speed, and sun exposure.

The average highest Wet Bulb Globe Temperature for South Asia during 2002 to 2021 was experienced in the north-western parts and the northern plains of India, Pakistan and in Bangladesh, observed Dr Luke, with temperatures reaching 34 degree Celsius and above.

Calculating on the WBGT model, an estimation of the productivity loss across the world reveals a massive global total loss of around 220 billion hours per year, says Dr Luke. Calculating the estimate total labour hours lost per year for different countries, India loses 101 hours per year – almost equivalent to the loss of around 23 million jobs.

Following India is China with 21 hours, Bangladesh with 14, Pakistan with 13, Indonesia with 10, Sudan and Viet Nam with 7, Nigeria and Thailand with 6, and Philippines with 5 hours of labour lost per year respectively.

On this footnote, Climate Trends noted that, “While 2022 set a record with 200 heatwave days in India with some of the hottest months since 1901 and impacting nearly 70% of the country, spring went missing in 2023 as well. February this year was declared the hottest in the last 123 years, the first ever since 1901. March saw heatwave in isolated pockets but April began on a hotter note, with mercury rising every day. State-run India Meteorological Department (IMD) already predicted an increased probability of heatwaves during April and May”.

This comes with a fair indication that unless Heat Action Plans for every States are formulated well in time, things may go from bad to worse. “In a country like India, which is densely populated, the extreme heat hits the poor the hardest who are working as urban or rural labour without access to cooling. The prolonged exposure to high temperatures and wet bulb conditions can lead to high risks of heat stroke and a range of physiological impacts. 90 deaths were reported in 2022 due to extreme heat stress”, forewarns Climate Trends experts.

(The writer looks at environmental stories through the journalistic lens. He can be reached at salamrajesh@rediffmail.com)

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War on Drugs: Leakages on the way IFP Editorial: There are lot of rotten apples among the police which not only brings bad reputation to the force but defeats the very purpose of War on Drugs campaign. @IrengbamArun https://www.ifp.co.in/editorial/war-on-drugs-leakages-on-the-way

War on Drugs: Leakages on the way

IFP Editorial: There are lot of rotten apples among the police which not only brings bad reputation to the force but defeats the very purpose of War on Drugs campaign. @IrengbamArun

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War on Drugs: Leakages on the way

IFP Editorial: There are lot of rotten apples among the police which not only brings bad reputation to the force but defeats the very purpose of War on Drugs campaign. @IrengbamArun

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#Manipur: Over 15 kg drugs seized, four arrested Four individuals, including one woman, who were allegedly involved in #heroin smuggling, were arrested by Kangpokpi police. https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/manipur-over-15-kg-drugs-seized-four-arrested

#Manipur: Over 15 kg drugs seized, four arrested

Four individuals, including one woman, who were allegedly involved in #heroin smuggling, were arrested by Kangpokpi police.

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#Manipur: Over 15 kg drugs seized, four arrested

Four individuals, including one woman, who were allegedly involved in #heroin smuggling, were arrested by Kangpokpi police.

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Sadar Hills Tribals Union on Land and Forest (SHITULF) has extended its support to the All Tribal Students Union Manipur (ATSUM) proposed “solidarity rally” on May 3. https://www.ifp.co.in/manipur/shitulf-tclf-extend-support-to-atsums-solidarity-rally

Sadar Hills Tribals Union on Land and Forest (SHITULF) has extended its support to the All Tribal Students Union Manipur (ATSUM) proposed “solidarity rally” on May 3.

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Sadar Hills Tribals Union on Land and Forest (SHITULF) has extended its support to the All Tribal Students Union Manipur (ATSUM) proposed “solidarity rally” on May 3.

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