{
  "id": 17586436,
  "title": "'Shiva's locks on Ganga loosening', alarms expert",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/shivas-locks-on-ganga-loosening-alarms-expert",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-01T10:24:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Economic Times",
    "slug": "the-economic-times",
    "url": "https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/new-updates/lord-shivas-locks-on-river-ganga-are-loosening-rainfall-could-get-heavier-as-himalayan-permafrost-melts-mountain-rocks-holding-water-are-losing-ground-warns-expert/articleshow/135424095.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Himalayan permafrost is melting due to rising temperatures, causing the mountain ecosystem to become less stable, according to climate expert Mridula Ramesh. She likens this to Lord Shiva's loosening locks, which once restrained the power of the Ganga river. As the permafrost thaws, mountain slopes can become unstable, increasing the risk of landslides and other disasters. Additionally, warmer air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rainfall in shorter periods, which can also heighten flood risks. The combination of changes in rainfall patterns and earlier snowmelt could create a challenging situation for communities dependent on Himalayan rivers, as less water may be available during the summer months.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}