News: A new night frog species, Nyctibatrachus kali, has been identified in the Kali river basin of Karnataka’s central Western Ghats. About Kali River Location: River Kali is located in Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka. In the old texts, it is also called “Kalindi” or “Kali Nadhi. Named after: It is named “Kali” for its… Continue reading Kali River and Nyctibatrachus Kali
Category: Geography in News
Kesar Mango
News: The famous saffron-coloured Kesar variety of mango has got global recognition as ‘Gir Kesar’ mango after being granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. About Kesar Mango It is a well-known variety of mango of Gujarat. Cultivation area: It is largely grown around the foothills of Girnar mountains, Junagadh district, Gujarat and some districts of… Continue reading Kesar Mango
Thunderstorms
News: At least 111 people died after a powerful storm and heavy rain hit several districts of Uttar Pradesh recently. About Thunderstorms Thunderstorms are common weather events that form when warm moist air rises, cools, and condenses into towering cumulonimbus clouds. Formation: According to the National Weather Service, three conditions must exist together for a… Continue reading Thunderstorms
Ginger
News: The Centre launched the ₹189.79-crore Mizoram Ginger Mission to promote GI-certified pharma-grade ginger through processing, branding and exports. About Ginger Ginger is an herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae family, which also includes turmeric and cardamom. Economic Part: The rhizome of ginger is the main economic part. Key Components: Gingerol: It is the… Continue reading Ginger
Agalega Islands
News: Agalega Island is becoming a key part of India’s strategy to strengthen its naval presence and monitor important trade routes in the Indian Ocean. About Agalega Islands The Agalega Islands are two islands situated in the Indian Ocean. It is surrounded by the Seychelles to the north, the Maldives, the US base Diego Garcia… Continue reading Agalega Islands
Jute Crop Information System (JCIS) Project
News: India’s jute sector has entered a pivotal stage of transformation with the rollout of the Jute Crop Information System (JCIS). About Jute Crop Information System (JCIS) Project About Jute Crop Information System (JCIS) is a technology-led initiative that brings together satellite intelligence, weather analytics, and field-level inputs into a unified framework for crop monitoring.… Continue reading Jute Crop Information System (JCIS) Project
Sabarmati River
News: The Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad remains dry after Vasna barrage repairs halted water flow for bridge and barrage construction works. About Sabarmati River It is a major west-flowing and monsoon-fed river flowing through Rajasthan and Gujarat. Origin: The river originates from the Aravalli hills near village Tepur in Udaipur district of Rajasthan. Boundaries: The… Continue reading Sabarmati River
Tristan da Cunha Island and Canary Islands
News: A hantavirus outbreak brought attention to Tristan da Cunha, where a suspected case emerged, and the Canary Islands, where the cruise ship was headed for passenger screening. About Tristan da Cunha Island and Canary Islands Tristan da Cunha Island is a group of islands located in the South Atlantic Ocean. They are situated between… Continue reading Tristan da Cunha Island and Canary Islands
Mahi River
News: Two persons, including an eight-year-old boy, went missing after a boat capsized in the Mahi River in Rajasthan’s Banswara. About Mahi River Origin: It originates from the northern slopes of the Vindhya Mountain Range in Madhya Pradesh. It is the major interstate west-flowing river of India. It is one of three west-flowing major rivers in… Continue reading Mahi River
Key Facts About Vietnam
News: The President of India received the President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Key Facts About Vietnam Location: Vietnam is located on the eastern edge of mainland Southeast Asia along the eastern coast of the Indo-Chinese Peninsula. Boundaries: It has land borders with three countries – China to the north, and… Continue reading Key Facts About Vietnam
