Tag: Water Security
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Devastation in the Alps: Swiss glaciers lose a quarter of their volume in a decade
Warming climate drives drastic glacier melt in Switzerland Swiss glaciers are melting at an alarming pace as climate change intensifies, according to a comprehensive study by the Swiss Glaciers Monitoring Network (Glamos). The decade from 2015 to 2025 saw a 24% decline in glacier volume, a figure that cements concerns about the long-term viability of…
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Swiss Glaciers Lose 24% of Volume in a Decade
Rapid melt and warnings from the Alps Swiss glaciers have undergone a dramatic retreat over the past decade, losing about a quarter of their volume, according to a new study by Glamos (Réseau des relevés glaciologiques suisses). A snow-poor winter combined with June and August heat waves accelerated melt, pushing several glaciers toward unprecedented losses.…
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Indus Waters Treaty Violation: A Threat to Regional Peace
Understanding the Indus Waters Treaty The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), signed in 1960 between India and Pakistan, plays a vital role in managing the water resources of the Indus River system, primarily impacting both countries’ agriculture and domestic water supply. The treaty allocates the waters of the Indus River and its tributaries, designating certain rivers…
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Indus Waters Treaty: A Threat to Peace
Understanding the Indus Waters Treaty The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) is a pivotal agreement established in 1960 between India and Pakistan, aimed at regulating the use of the waters of the Indus River system. This treaty is not only crucial for bilateral relations but also vital for regional peace, stability, and water security in South…