AGP Executive Report
Last update: a day agoClimate Risk: The UN weather agency says the hottest year on record is almost certain within the next five years, with a high chance that 2025–2029 will beat 2024 and global temperatures likely to exceed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels—raising odds of harsher heatwaves, storms, floods and droughts. Extreme Weather in the Region: A pre-monsoon storm hit Delhi-NCR with heavy rain and a sharp temperature drop, driven by a Western Disturbance moving from the Mediterranean toward Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Biodiversity Watch: Scientists report that the “Himalayan pit viper” is actually five separate species, including three newly described lineages, highlighting hidden wildlife diversity across the Himalaya–Hindu Kush region. Water & Resilience: India launched its first rock check dam on the Indus in Ladakh, aiming to manage seasonal water scarcity with a low-cost structure designed for eco-sensitive zones. Afghanistan Aid Access: The UN warns that obstacles to humanitarian deliveries in Afghanistan are worsening, as disruptions to food supply routes and reduced assistance threaten vulnerable families.
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