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Scenarios earth like planet is life less, What if it is a highly civilized once

 An Earth-like planet that was once highly civilized but has become completely lifeless could experience such a scenario due to several possibilities. Here are some plausible cases: 1. Environmental Catastrophes Climate Change : Extreme runaway global warming or cooling could make the planet uninhabitable. For example, a greenhouse effect similar to Venus or a snowball Earth scenario. Resource Depletion : Over-extraction of resources leading to ecosystem collapse. Mass Extinctions : Widespread destruction of biodiversity through deforestation, pollution, or ocean acidification. 2. Nuclear War or Global Conflicts A civilization might destroy itself through extensive warfare involving nuclear, biological, or chemical weapons, leaving the planet toxic and lifeless. 3. Pandemics or Bioweapons The release or mutation of pathogens could lead to a global pandemic, wiping out all intelligent and biological life. Unintended consequences of genetic engineering or bioweapon development could ...

What is INCOIS ?

The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Government of India. INCOIS plays a critical role in providing a variety of ocean-related services, focusing on oceanographic, atmospheric, and environmental data to support multiple sectors, including coastal security, fisheries, marine navigation, and disaster management. Key Functions and Services of INCOIS: Tsunami Early Warning System (TEWS) : INCOIS operates the Indian Tsunami Early Warning System, which provides early warnings and alerts for tsunamis, particularly in the Indian Ocean region. It is a part of the larger Indian Ocean Tsunami Warning and Mitigation System (IOTWMS). Ocean State Forecasts : INCOIS provides real-time ocean state forecasts, including wave height, sea surface temperature, currents, tides, and wind speed. These forecasts help the maritime, fishing, and shipping sectors ensure safety and efficiency. Fisheries Adviso...