Source: The post is based on the article “The Fujiwhara effect: When cyclones ‘dance’” published in Indian Express on 24th August 2023. What is the News? The western coast of the United States recently experienced Hurricane Hilary, which transformed into a sub-tropical storm upon reaching the US. This event led to the National Hurricane Centre… Continue reading The Fujiwhara effect: When cyclones ‘dance’
Category: Geography in News
The importance of the Sulina Channel to Ukraine grain trade
Source: The post is based on the article “The importance of the Sulina Channel to Ukraine grain trade” published in Indian Express on 17th August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Danube River?3 What is Sulina Channel?4 How can the Sulina Channel be used for transporting Ukraine grain? What is the News?… Continue reading The importance of the Sulina Channel to Ukraine grain trade
India accounts for 35% of cargo handled by Russia’s Arctic Murmansk port this year
Source: The post is based on the article “India accounts for 35% of cargo handled by Russia’s Arctic Murmansk port this year” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 Where is Murmansk port?3 Where is the Kola Peninsula?4 Where is the Barents Sea?5 Where is the Northern Sea Route(NSR)?… Continue reading India accounts for 35% of cargo handled by Russia’s Arctic Murmansk port this year
Kerala likely to face drought due to deficit monsoon
Source: The post is based on the article “Kerala likely to face drought due to deficit monsoon” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. What is the News? Kerala is facing a potential drought-like condition with the monsoon deficit widening. Why does Kerala might face a potential drought-like condition? Lack of Monsoon Rainfall: The… Continue reading Kerala likely to face drought due to deficit monsoon
Steps taken for sustainable groundwater management in the country
Source: The post is based on the article ‘Steps taken for sustainable groundwater management in the country” published in PIB on 8th August 2023. What is the News? Minister of State for Jal Shakti has informed Lok Sabha about the steps taken for sustainable groundwater management in the country. Groundwater Level in the country: The Central… Continue reading Steps taken for sustainable groundwater management in the country
A Rare Ureilite Meteorite Possibly Created Madhya Pradesh’s Famous Dhala Impact Crater, New Study Suggests
Source: The post is based on the article “A Rare Ureilite Meteorite Possibly Created Madhya Pradesh’s Famous Dhala Impact Crater, New Study Suggests” published in Hindustan Times on 23rd July 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Dhala Crater?3 What are Ureilites?4 How was Dhala Crater formed? What is the News? A team of… Continue reading A Rare Ureilite Meteorite Possibly Created Madhya Pradesh’s Famous Dhala Impact Crater, New Study Suggests
Measures to curtail Urban Flooding
Source: The post is based on the article “Measures to curtail Urban Flooding” published in PIB on 31st July 2023. What is the News? The Ministry of Jal Shakti has informed Lok Sabha about the steps the government is taking to tackle urban flooding. What are Urban Floods? Click Here to read Main cause of… Continue reading Measures to curtail Urban Flooding
Gulf Stream could collapse as early as 2025, study suggests
Source: The post is based on the article “Gulf Stream could collapse as early as 2025, study suggests” published in The Guardian on 25th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Gulf Stream?3 How does the Gulf Stream impact weather and climate?4 Why has the study predicted about the Gulf Stream? What is… Continue reading Gulf Stream could collapse as early as 2025, study suggests
A ‘dead’ Ghaggar and its tributaries wrought havoc in Haryana early July; here is how
Source: The post is based on the article “A ‘dead’ Ghaggar and its tributaries wrought havoc in Haryana early July; here is how” published in Down To Earth on 17th July 2023 What is the News? Ghaggar River and its tributaries have caused widespread devastation in Haryana after reclaiming their floodplains. Where is Ghaggar River?… Continue reading A ‘dead’ Ghaggar and its tributaries wrought havoc in Haryana early July; here is how
Scientists say the ‘Anthropocene epoch’ began in the 1950s: What it means, significance
Source: The post is based on the article “Scientists say the ‘Anthropocene epoch’ began in the 1950s: What it means, significance” published in Indian Express on 13th July 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Anthropocene epoch?3 What is the Anthropocene Working Group (AWG)?4 What did the Anthropocene Working Group (AWG) find out?5… Continue reading Scientists say the ‘Anthropocene epoch’ began in the 1950s: What it means, significance
