Flash Flood A flash flood is a sudden, rapid flooding event that occurs within minutes to a few hours. Causes Cloudburst or intense localised rainfall. Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) in the Himalayan regions. Dam or embankment failure. Urbanisation leading … Continue reading →

FPI refers to securities and financial assets passively held by foreign investors, without acquiring management control or long-term interest. FPI instruments are Stocks & Bonds, Mutual Funds, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) and Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs). It … Continue reading →

It is a zoonotic illness carried by specific rodents, including deer mice, white-footed mice, and cotton rats.   Humans predominantly contract the virus through aerosolisation- inhaling airborne viral particles from disturbed infected rodent waste (urine, droppings, or saliva) Effect on Body … Continue reading →