News: Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG) revealed river erosion history in Ladakh Himalayas and also identified hotspots of erosion in the region. Facts: Location: Ladakh Himalaya forms a high altitude desert between Greater Himalayan ranges and Karakoram Ranges. Main Rivers: Indus and its tributaries. The Zanskar River is one of the largest tributaries of… Continue reading WIHG reveals 35 thousand-year history of river erosion in Ladakh Himalayas
Category: Factly: Environment
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the Environment. You can find all relevant Environment related updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Study on China dams brings the Brahmaputra into focus
News:A US backed study has highlighted the impact of China’s dams on the Mekong river (known as Lancang river in China) and countries downstream.This has also raised questions on whether dams being built by China on Brahmaputra river may similarly impact countries downstream. Facts: The study was published by the Sustainable Infrastructure Partnership in Bangkok… Continue reading Study on China dams brings the Brahmaputra into focus
Normal monsoon over South Asia: SASCOF
News:According to South Asian Seasonal Climate Outlook Forum(SASCOF), rainfall during the upcoming Southwest monsoon season over the whole of South Asia is expected to be normal. Facts: South Asian Seasonal Climate Outlook Forum(SASCOF) is a regional forum of meteorologists and hydrological experts from South Asian countries. It was established in 2010 and is coordinated by… Continue reading Normal monsoon over South Asia: SASCOF
IMD releases new list of cyclone names
News:The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released a new list of names of tropical cyclones over the north Indian Ocean. Facts The World Meteorological Organization maintains rotating lists of names which are appropriate for each Tropical Cyclone basin. The naming of the tropical cyclones over the north Indian Ocean basin started in 2004. The Regional Specialized… Continue reading IMD releases new list of cyclone names
Petersberg Climate Dialogue
News:The 11th session of ‘Petersberg Climate Dialogue’ was held for the first time through video conferencing. Facts: Petersberg Climate Dialogue has been organized by the Government of Germany since 2010. Aim:To provide a forum for informal high-level political discussions, focusing both on international climate negotiations and the advancement of climate action. The 11th Dialogue was… Continue reading Petersberg Climate Dialogue
Amur Falcon
News:The radio tagged Amur falcons have started to arrive in India for further destination to their breeding grounds in northern China. Facts: Amur falcons(Falco amurensis) are the world’s longest travelling migratory raptors. They migrate annually during winter from their breeding grounds in Mongolia, South-east Russia and northern China to warmer South Africa through India and… Continue reading Amur Falcon
Explained: How the ozone layer hole over Arctic closed
News:European Union’s Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service(CAMS) has announced that a hole in the Arctic ozone layer believed to be the biggest reported over the Arctic has closed. Facts: Ozone Hole:It refers to a region in the stratosphere where the concentration of ozone becomes extremely low in certain months. Reason for Ozone Hole: Cold temperatures (below… Continue reading Explained: How the ozone layer hole over Arctic closed
Rohtang Pass
News:The Border Roads Organisation(BRO) has opened the Rohtang Pass for transporting essential supplies and relief materials to the Lahaul and Spiti districts of Himachal Pradesh amid the lockdown. Facts: Rohtang Pass is present on the Pir Panjal Range of Himalayas.It connects the Kullu Valley with Lahaul and Spiti Valleys of Himachal Pradesh. The pass lies… Continue reading Rohtang Pass
Devanahalli pomelo
News:The Bangalore International Airport Limited(BIAL) has decided to plant 500 Devanahalli Pomelo trees as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Facts: The Devanahalli pomelo is a variety of the citrus fruit pomelo of the family Rutaceae.It is grown in Devanahalli taluk,Bangalore (Karnataka) and is popularly known as chakota. It has a unique sweet taste… Continue reading Devanahalli pomelo
Anthurium
News:National Innovation Foundation-India has facilitated mass multiplication and large scale production of Anthurium. Facts: Anthurium is one of the best domestic flowering plants in the world. It is known to purify the surrounding air and remove harmful airborne chemicals like formaldehyde, ammonia, toluene, xylene and allergens. NASA has also placed it in the list of… Continue reading Anthurium
