Abhishek Jha is a data journalist. He analyses public data for finding news, with a focus on the environment, Indian politics and economy, and Covid-19.
Articles by Abhishek Jha
Weather Bee | Skewed rain responsible for Himachal and Uttarakhand floods
One reason why parts of Himachal and Uttarakhand have flooded this monsoon is that there was a big surplus on particular days.
Published on Aug 07, 2024 05:53 PM IST
Number Theory: Students, Islamists — Did a perfect storm oust Sheikh Hasina?
This survey found overwhelming evidence for widespread dissatisfaction with the state of democracy in Bangladesh and the rule of law in the country.
Published on Aug 07, 2024 10:29 AM IST
Weather Bee | How abnormal is the rain in Kerala this monsoon?
IMD’s gridded data shows that the 30-year rolling averages of total monsoon rain over Kerala have been decreasing almost consistently over time.
Published on Aug 02, 2024 06:05 PM IST
Half of Delhi’s rain has come in 3 days: IMD data
Delhi inundated again in July, with half of the season's rain in just 3 days. Rapid urbanization worsens flooding as drainage system fails.
Updated on Aug 02, 2024 05:00 AM IST
Number Theory: How much hotter than normal is Ladakh now?
On July 28, the Leh grid was 6.8°C warmer than normal for the day. This is alarming because the daily temperature of the grid normally peaks by June 27.
Published on Aug 01, 2024 09:12 AM IST
Number Theory: More than rain at fault for Kerala landslides
In Wayanad, locals say that the major reason for the (landslide) disaster is the land use change as many marshy places and wetlands have been filled up.
Published on Jul 31, 2024 08:40 AM IST
NEET tally out: 13 boys, 4 girls share top rank
Four girls and 13 boys share top rank in NEET-UG, ending controversy over 67 initial top ranks due to grace marks. Number of qualifiers decreased.
Updated on Jul 27, 2024 02:10 AM IST
Weather Bee| July's sudden warming surge leads to the warmest day globally on re
A sharp rise in global temperatures has been recorded since July 18, reaching new daily highs and emphasising the volatility of climate patterns
Published on Jul 26, 2024 08:00 AM IST
Number Theory: What do we know about salaried jobs in India?
An adjustment of salaried workers with their share in the workforce shows that men’s share in salaried jobs is 1.11 times their share in the workforce.
Published on Jul 25, 2024 09:02 AM IST
Granular data on NEET is out, some centres outperform
NTA releases detailed NEET-UG 2024 exam data following Supreme Court order amid cheating allegations. Coaching hubs dominate top rankings, amid some anomalies.
Updated on Jul 21, 2024 08:54 AM IST
Number Theory: Against a decade ago, are Indian kids eating better?
This is the last of a two-part series on share of Indians who eat 3 meals a day. The first part looked at the share of overall population eating 3 meals a day.
Published on Jul 18, 2024 08:36 AM IST
Weather Bee | Will July warming fall below the 1.5°C level?
The expectation of the 1.5°C threshold not being breached in July is not wishful thinking. Some gradual cooling in global temperatures was expected this year.
Published on Jul 18, 2024 08:00 AM IST
Number Theory: Just over 50% Indians have three meals a day
This is the first of a two-part series in share of Indians who eat three meals a day. The second part will look at share of children eating three meals a day.
Published on Jul 17, 2024 09:24 AM IST
Number Theory: Understanding India's demographic challenge
India is the world’s most populous country, and will retain that position even in 2100
Updated on Jul 13, 2024 01:57 PM IST
India population 1.45bn, to be twice China’s in 2085
India's population is projected to reach 1.5 billion by 2100, double that of China, with the US among top countries driven by immigration for growth.
Updated on Jul 12, 2024 10:07 AM IST
Number Theory: How bad are the floods in northeastern states?
The area exposed to pluvial floods is larger in all states (due to urban settlements) than those affected by fluvial floods, except in Assam, Manipur, Mizoram.
Published on Jul 11, 2024 09:51 AM IST
Weather Bee | Breaking down the performance of rain this monsoon
Despite normal national average rainfall, India's monsoon season is marked by significant regional and temporal disparities.
Published on Jul 10, 2024 11:35 PM IST
Weather Bee | How unusual is the heavy rain flooding northeastern states
India’s northeastern region has been affected by floods and landslides this monsoon season. How much of a role does rain play in these disasters?
Published on Jul 04, 2024 08:00 AM IST
Number Theory: Is harsh weather the norm in cereal-producing states?
Only 17 states account for 97% of India’s cereal output, according to normal estimates of cereal production from the agriculture ministry.
Published on Jul 01, 2024 08:32 AM IST
Yamuna’s water level suggests Delhi does not drain water efficiently
One reason why rain does not appear to be the reason behind Delhi’s flooding is that the UT has become drier over years
Updated on Jun 29, 2024 05:54 AM IST
Weather Bee | Why IMD has forecast rain over most of India in the next five days
Monsoon’s arrival is no guarantee of rain. The forecast for the next week, therefore, details the immediate weather patterns responsible for rain
Published on Jun 27, 2024 09:00 AM IST
Number Theory: Why has the heatwave taken such a heavy toll?
The average minimum for the May 16-June 19 was the highest since at least 1951
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 01:55 PM IST
Weather Bee | What is the onset of the southwest monsoon?
What did this onset mean and why has it not led to rains in northern India?
Published on Jun 21, 2024 09:10 PM IST
Number Theory: What led to the historic heatwave this summer?
This is the first of a two-part series on the ongoing heatwave in India. The second part will look at the factors making the heat wave feel unbearable.
Updated on Jun 21, 2024 08:10 AM IST
Over 50% of NW India in grip of its hottest spell since 1951
Prolonged and intense heat waves in northwest India, with high day and night temperatures, cause heat stress and health emergencies.
Updated on Jun 19, 2024 08:30 AM IST
Number Theory: Monsoon's 1st week has decreased heat only in parts of India
Except Gujarat and southern half of Rajasthan, almost the entire country received some rain during the week.
Updated on Jun 11, 2024 10:11 AM IST
India logs fall in inequality between 2011-12 and 2022-23, says govt report
The HCE report provides detailed information on consumption expenditure trends after more than a decade, with the last report released in 2011-12
Updated on Jun 08, 2024 05:05 AM IST
BJP’s stock grows in Tamil Nadu as AIADMK loses ground
The last time the BJP contested more seats than the 23 it contested in these elections was in 1996 when it put up candidates on 37 PCs.
Updated on Jun 07, 2024 06:56 AM IST
5 charts to summarise the results of 2024 Lok Sabha elections
The balance of power within the government will shift in favour of the allies rather than the centralised government which the BJP ran in 2014 and 2019
Updated on Jun 06, 2024 06:51 PM IST
From 2014-2024 – 282, 303, 240: Charting shift in BJP’s tally
BJP improved to 303 seats in 2019, but has won 240 seats in 2024, when the majority mark is 272. How has this shift happened?
Updated on Jun 06, 2024 08:34 AM IST