About Han River
Context: With an aim to exploit the Musi banks for commercial use, the Telangana government is looking at the Great Hangang (Han River) project in South Korea as a model for attracting private firms to develop riverfronts. Relevance: GS I: Geography About Han River: -Source: Times of India
Linking Tonga’s Eruption to Atmospheric Disturbances Over India
Context: A recent study has uncovered a surprising connection between the Tonga volcano eruption in the South Pacific Ocean and the formation of Equatorial Plasma Bubbles (EPBs) over the Indian subcontinent. This discovery highlights the far-reaching impact of volcanic activity on atmospheric phenomena. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the […]
Formation of Auroras
Context: Recently, auroras were sighted in lower-latitude regions (below 66.5 degrees north and south latitudes) like India (Hanle and Merak in Ladakh), Mexico and Germany. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Formation of Auroras: Carbon Dioxide Aurora: -Source: Indian express
About Mount Adams
Context: Mount Adams, Washington’s largest volcano, has recently shown a surge in seismic activity after remaining largely dormant for thousands of years. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: About Mount Adams: Stratovolcano About the Ring of Fire Why are there so many volcanoes in the Ring of Fire? -Source: Indian Express
Groundwater Recovery in Northern India Through Crop Rotation
Context: Research out of Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar estimates that if about 40% of the area under rice is replaced by other crops that require less water, then between 60 and 100 cubic kilometers of groundwater depleted in northern India since the year 2000 can be recovered. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the […]
A Critical Message For The Urban Elite
India has been facing a severe heat crisis in recent times, including Delhi surpassing 50°C.urban heat island effect is a significant contributor to rising temperatures. The marginalised and poor are facing severe impacts of heat waves compared to the elite, demanding urgent attention. Relevance: GS1 ( Geography, Society). Practice question: Discuss the impacts of urban heat […]
What Are Salt Pans?
Context: The Maharashtra government has issued a GR (Government Resolution) allocating 255.9 acres of salt pan land, distributed over three land parcels in Mumbai’s eastern suburbs, for the construction of rental houses in the Dharavi Redevelopment Project through a lease agreement. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: What are salt pans? What are […]
About The Annular Solar Eclipse
Context: An annular solar eclipse was visible in parts of South America on October 2 while a partial solar eclipse was visible in parts of South America, Antarctica, North America, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Pacific Ocean. Relevance: GS-I Geography Dimensions of the Article: Solar eclipse Types of Solar Eclipse Total Solar Eclipse: Partial Solar […]
Modified Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project
Context: A significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the states of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh for the implementation of the Modified Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (PKC-ERCP). This river link project forms a part of India’s ambitious National Perspective Plan (NPP), which aims to interlink various rivers to enhance water availability across […]
Formation and Picturesque Nature of Fjords
Context: A diesel fuel spill from a ship that sank recently spreads to the Greenland fjord. Relevance: GS I: Geography Formation and Picturesque Nature of Fjords Formation of Fjords: Fjords are steep, U-shaped valleys that have been submerged under seawater. Their formation involves a series of geological processes: Picturesque Nature of Fjords: In essence, the combination […]