News: Five Azerbaijanis were killed and three were wounded in a drone attack on two foreign cargo ships in the Sea of Azov. About Azov Sea Location: The Sea of Azov is an inland sea in Eastern Europe and is often regarded as a northern extension of the Black Sea. It is situated off the… Continue reading Azov Sea
Category: Geography in News
Kshipra River
News: The Kshipra riverine system in Madhya Pradesh is facing a major crisis due to the drying up of its tributaries. About Kshipra River The Kshipra, also known as the Shipra, is a sacred river in Madhya Pradesh and is often called the “Ganga of Malwa”. Origin: It originates from Kakri-Tekdi hill in the Vindhya… Continue reading Kshipra River
Mission Senehjori and Assam’s Muga silk
News: The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) has launched Mission Senehjori to transform Assam’s renowned Muga silk sector into a globally competitive luxury textile ecosystem. About Mission Senehjori It is a comprehensive cluster-based initiative designed to strengthen the entire Muga silk value chain. Launched by: It has been launched by the Ministry… Continue reading Mission Senehjori and Assam’s Muga silk
MAHA (Missions for Advancement in High-impact Areas) Water Mission
News: The ₹200-crore MAHA Water Mission was launched to support startups and multidisciplinary consortia in developing high-impact water solutions. About MAHA Water Mission MAHA (Missions for Advancement in High-impact Areas) Water Mission is a national programme that accelerates innovation in the water sector by linking research, technology development, validation, and field deployment. Nodal Ministry: The Ministry… Continue reading MAHA (Missions for Advancement in High-impact Areas) Water Mission
India’s 18th Railway Zone
News: Recently, the 18th Zone of Indian Railways, South Coast Railway (SCoR), formally commenced operations with Visakhapatnam as its headquarters. About India’s 18th Railway Zone The newly created South Coast Railway (SCoR) Zone has been operational since 1st June 2026. It has been created by exercising powers conferred by sub-section (4) of Section 3 of… Continue reading India’s 18th Railway Zone
Chandra River
News: Sissu village on the Chandra River is facing concerns due to the expanding Ghepan Lake and the risk of a glacial lake outburst flood. About Chandra River Origin: The Chandra River originates from a huge snow bed on the south-eastern side of Baralacha La (in Himachal Pradesh) and rises among the snows lying at the… Continue reading Chandra River
Mekedatu Project and Arkavathi River
News: The Supreme Court dismissed Tamil Nadu’s review petition against the Mekedatu project and rejected its request for open court hearing. About Mekedatu Project The Mekedatu Project is a multi-purpose balancing reservoir and drinking water project initiated by the Government of Karnataka. Location: The project is located near Kanakapura in Ramanagara district, Karnataka, about 90… Continue reading Mekedatu Project and Arkavathi River
Bismarck Sea
News: A submarine volcanic eruption began on 8 May along the Titan Ridge in the Bismarck Sea, highlighting poor mapping of Earth’s deep ocean floor. About Bismarck Sea Location: The Bismarck Sea lies in the southwestern Pacific Ocean near the northeast coast of Papua New Guinea. Nomenclature: It was named after the German statesman Otto… Continue reading Bismarck Sea
India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)
News: India and Italy agreed to further develop the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) to strengthen trade, investment and supply-chain resilience. About India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) is a visionary, multinational infrastructure project that aims to revolutionize global trade and connectivity. Announced in: It was officially announced on September 9,… Continue reading India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)
Excelsa Coffee
News: Rising climate stress on Arabica and Robusta coffee has increased attention towards climate-resilient coffee species like Excelsa. About Excelsa Coffee Excelsa coffee (Coffea liberica var. dewevrei): It is a lesser-known coffee species gaining importance for climate resilience and unique flavour. Native to: It is native to parts of Tropical and West Africa as well… Continue reading Excelsa Coffee
