Cyclone Michaung
Context: Cyclone Michaung is the first cyclone to cross the Andhra Pradesh coast after cyclone Gulab which developed in September 2021. About Cyclone Michaung Naming of cyclone: Guidelines to adopt names of cyclones
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Tag: Indian Geography
‘Ghol Fish’ – State Fish of Gujarat
Context: The black-spotted croaker, or the ghol fish — considered a fisherman’s lottery — was declared the state fish of Gujarat. Why Declare a State Fish? About the Ghol Fish
Areca Nut – Explained
Context: Dried areca nuts, which attract 100% import duty the legal way, have been smuggled in from Myanmar over the past few years. Mizoram’s farmers are battling to protect their livelihoods from this threat. Areca Nuts Climatic Condition Varieties of Betel Nut: In India […]
Adani Ports
Context: On average, an Adani port every 500 Km of coastline; these handle 24% of all cargo, Government share dips. At least two officials and a former regulator flag concern over market concentration in the last 10 years. Adani ports Mudra Port Risk associated […]
North Koel Reservoir Project
Context: Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has given approval to the proposal of Ministry of Jal Shakti to complete the balance works of North Koel Reservoir Project at a revised cost of Rs 2,430 crores. About the North Koel Reservoir Project About North Koel […]
Tej now extremely severe cyclone over the Arabian Sea; yellow alert issued for eight districts in Kerala
Context: Cyclone ‘Tej’, brewing over the Arabian Sea, is expected to transform into a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm reported by India Meteorological Department (IMD). Cyclone Tez Impact on India and development of Depression in Bay of Bengal Color Coding of Cyclone Colour code Meaning […]
Tea industry
Context: Tea industry in acute financial crisis, says Indian Tea Association in a report. About Tea Plantation Tea is a globally popular beverage that is cultivated in a variety of climates, with different types of tea requiring specific growing conditions. Tea Growing States Of […]
Singareni Collieries belongs to Telangana, rules Home Ministry
Context: In a major relief to Telangana, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has ruled that the Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) belongs to Telangana. Background: The Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL)
Madras HC dismisses PIL petition against Kudankulam project
Context: The Madras High Court has dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) petition filed in 2017 against the first pour of concrete for units 3 and 4 of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP) without complying with norms on restricting the population growth in […]
A sinking town in Uttarakhand: Joshimath
Context: Eight renowned institutions in India conducted independent investigations to uncover the factors contributing to land subsidence in Joshimath, Uttarakhand. Their findings suggest that seismic activities, construction deficiencies, population density, inadequate drainage systems, and various other factors are ‘potential’ contributors to the sinking of […]
Irrigation in focus as India moves towards driest-ever August
Context: News reports and weather experts say that India might be facing its driest August in 100 years. As of Sunday, India had received 7% less rainfall cumulatively this monsoon compared to the long period average (LPA). This situation is expected to get worse. […]
Can small modular nuclear reactors help India achieve net-zero?
Context: The world still depends on fossil fuels for 82% of its energy supply. The recent uptick in coal consumption in Europe, despite the increase in solar and wind power, suggests that reliable, 24/7 low-carbon electricity resources are critical to ensure the deep decarbonisation […]
Demographic transition and change in women’s lives
Context: India’s population has skyrocketed from 340 million at Independence to 1.4 billion, thanks to improved public health and medical advancements. This unexpected decline in mortality has transformed the lives of Indians, especially women, as they navigate longer lifespans and the consequences of fewer […]
Master Plan for Urban Areas
Context: India’s G20 Sherpa, stressed at a recent Urban-20 City Sherpas’ meet that a master plan is crucial for any city to manage urbanisation. About Master Planning Significance of Master Planning Challenges Way forward The Advisory Committee of Niti Aayog recommends a National Council […]
National Workshop On Integrated Management Of Sediments In River Basins And Reservoirs For Sustainable Development
Context: The Central Water Commission under Ministry of Jal Shakti organized a one-day national workshop on ‘Integrated Management of Sediments in River Basins and Reservoirs for Sustainable Development” at India International Centre in New Delhi. It was largely agreed that short and long term […]
Pokkali System
Traditionally, the coastal wetlands in many parts of India have been used for sequential paddy-fish cultivation under different forms of institutional structures. In Kerala it is called Pokkali. In the recent years there’s a decline in Pokkali cultivation. Challenges faced: A shortage of skilled […]
Imperative for India to formulate national resourcing strategy for critical minerals
What are critical minerals? Utility: Global distribution: Indian steps in this regard: What are rare Earth Elements? India has the 5th largest reservoir and recognised the importance of rare earth back in 1950 and started extracting rare minerals through the establishment of the Indian […]
Warmer Arabian Sea behind more severe and frequent cyclones
Context: Behind extremely severe cyclone Biparjoy’s evolution is a gradual but undesirable change in the nature of the Arabian Sea: it was always relatively cooler compared to the Bay of Bengal in the north Indian Ocean. Why traditionally West Indian Ocean experienced less number […]
Central Electricity Authority Fast-tracks Approval Mechanism for Pumped Storage Projects
Context: The government has taken various steps recently in order to ensure that Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) get commissioned on a fast track, thereby accelerating the growth of India’s renewable energy capacity. What is Pumped Storage Hydropower? Importance of Pumped Storage System for India’s […]
Oil reserves in salt caverns: The potential in India
Context: Government-owned engineering consultancy firm Engineers India (EIL) is studying the prospects and feasibility of developing salt cavern-based strategic oil reserves in Rajasthan, in line with the government’s objective of increasing the country’s strategic oil storage capacity. What are strategic petroleum reserves (SPR)? Locations […]