Risk Management Association of India
Global body dedicated to education, research and development on Risk Management
Strengthening community preparedness is essential for reducing disaster risks and improving resilience, particularly in regions exposed to multiple natural hazards. A recent discussion highlighted the need to move beyond a response-focused approach and build stronger preparedness mechanisms at the community Read More …
The United Nations University Institute on Comparative Regional Integration Studies (UNU-CRIS) has launched a new report assessing regional variations in disaster risk management (DRM) and disaster risk reduction (DRR) strategies across the Amazon River Basin. Published on 6 October 2026, Read More …
A new UNESCO Chair in Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience Engineering is being highlighted as an important step towards strengthening research, education and professional capacity in disaster risk management. The initiative focuses on developing knowledge and expertise around disaster risk Read More …
BRICS member countries have unanimously adopted a joint statement aimed at strengthening cooperation on disaster risk reduction, climate adaptation and resilient infrastructure. The declaration was adopted at the 3rd BRICS Ministerial Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction, hosted by India in Read More …
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) have approved an outlay of more than ₹500 crore for disaster risk reduction initiatives across the country. The funding aims to strengthen disaster preparedness, resilience, and risk Read More …
The BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group meeting commenced in Puri, Odisha, bringing together representatives from member nations to enhance cooperation on disaster resilience and risk management. The discussions focused on strengthening disaster preparedness, improving early warning systems, and promoting Read More …
Jammu and Kashmir is increasingly emerging as an important reference point for disaster preparedness and resilience planning within the Himalayan region as climate-related disasters and environmental vulnerabilities continue intensifying across mountainous ecosystems. Industry experts note that Himalayan regions face significant Read More …
Efforts to strengthen disaster risk reduction and coordination mechanisms are gaining increasing importance in flood-prone districts across India as climate-related disasters and extreme weather events continue intensifying. Experts believe stronger preparedness, coordination, and resilience planning are essential for reducing human, Read More …
The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction has highlighted Ghana’s efforts to strengthen urban resilience through risk-informed planning and disaster preparedness strategies. The initiative focuses on improving how cities anticipate, assess and manage risks linked to climate change, rapid Read More …
Finance and disaster management ministers from G20 nations have reiterated the urgent need to strengthen disaster risk reduction (DRR) frameworks, calling for wider use of innovative risk financing tools such as parametric insurance and catastrophe bonds to address escalating climate Read More …