Category: Geography in News

Dhansiri river

News: An Assam-based environmentalist has flagged the alleged discharge of hazardous effluents by Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) into the Dhansiri River. About Dhansiri river The Dhansiri is a river in India that flows through the Golaghat District of Assam and the Chümoukedima and Dimapur Districts of Nagaland.  It serves as a significant tributary of the Brahmaputra… Continue reading Dhansiri river

Arctic Council

News– The tensions have risen in the Arctic region, following the comments made by the US President about annexing Greenland and Canada (including their dispute on the status of the Northwest Passage) added with impacts of climate change and resource competition in the region. Arctic Council. About Arctic Council It is an intergovernmental forum promoting… Continue reading Arctic Council

Key Facts about Tonga

News: Recently, a powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Tonga, triggering a tsunami warning for the Pacific island nation. About Tonga Location– It is located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean.  It is an archipelago composed of 169 islands, of which only 36 islands are inhabited.  The island are spread  across three main island groups:Tongatapu, Ha‘apai,… Continue reading Key Facts about Tonga

Operation Brahma- Myanmar

News- After a devastating earthquake ravaged Myanmar recently, India initiated its relief and rescue efforts in the country under the banner ‘Operation Brahma. About Operation Brahma India launched this humanitarian mission after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28, 2025. The mission includes rescue teams, medical aid, and essential supplies. An 80-member NDRF… Continue reading Operation Brahma- Myanmar

Mount Kenya

News– Mount Kenya, Africa’s second-highest peak after Kilimanjaro, is experiencing rapid glacier loss due to climate change. Mount Kenya About Mount Kenya Location: Central Kenya, just south of the Equator. Elevation: 5,199 meters (17,058 feet) at its highest peak, Batian. Peaks: Batian (5,199m), Nelion (5,188m), and Point Lenana (4,985m) Geology: An extinct stratovolcano that has… Continue reading Mount Kenya

Senkaku Islands

News- Japan has expressed strong concerns over the extended presence of Chinese Coast Guard vessels near the disputed Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea. About Senkaku Islands Location: The Senkaku Islands are an uninhabited group of 8 islands situated in the East China Sea. Current Control: The islands are currently administered and controlled by… Continue reading Senkaku Islands

Farakka Barrage

News- Farakka Barrage began operations in 1975, marking its 50th anniversary in 2025. About Farakka Barrage Location: Built on the Ganga River in Murshidabad district, West Bengal, about 18 km from the Bangladesh border. Commissioning: The project construction commenced in 1961 and it became operational on April 21, 1975. Purpose: It diverts 40,000 cusecs of… Continue reading Farakka Barrage

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