Category: Geography in News

Rossby Waves and Wet Bulb Temperature

News: A recent study links warming oceans with rising humid heatwaves, highlighting atmospheric processes like Rossby waves influencing large-scale heat extremes. About Rossby Waves Rossby waves are large horizontal atmospheric undulations that move westward and influence global weather and climate patterns. Mechanism Role of coriolis effect: The Rossby waves form due to the variation of… Continue reading Rossby Waves and Wet Bulb Temperature

Blue Zones

News: The concept of Blue Zones highlights regions with exceptional longevity, offering lessons on healthy lifestyles amid rising stress, poor diet, and inactivity. About Blue Zones Blue Zones are specific geographic regions where people live significantly longer, healthier lives (often passing 100) due to lifestyle, diet, and social factors rather than genetics alone. Introduced by:… Continue reading Blue Zones

Aghanashini River

News: UNESCO has advised the Government of India to strictly follow World Heritage Convention conservation guidelines for the proposed Aghanashini–Vedavathi river-linking project. About Aghanashini River Location: It is west flowing river in Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka. Origin: It originates from Gadihalli (Sirsi) at an altitude of 676 m in the Western Ghats of Karnataka.… Continue reading Aghanashini River

Areca Nut Cultivation in India

News: Researchers and farmers are now trying to restore traditional soppina betta lands and return to more sustainable practices related to arecanut cultivation. About Areca Nut Cultivation in India About Arecanut Cultivation It is usually referred to as Areca palm, yellow palm, butterfly palm etc. The arecanut palm is the source of a common chewing… Continue reading Areca Nut Cultivation in India

Nd-Fe-B (Neodymium-Iron-Boron) Rare Earth Permanent Magnets

News: A pilot plant for Nd-Fe-B rare earth permanent magnets has been established at ARCI, Hyderabad to strengthen self-reliant manufacturing ecosystem. About Nd-Fe-B (Neodymium-Iron-Boron) Rare Earth Permanent Magnets Nd-Fe-B magnets are the strongest permanent magnets that can maintain high magnetic force without external power. Made up of: These magnets are made from Neodymium, Iron, and… Continue reading Nd-Fe-B (Neodymium-Iron-Boron) Rare Earth Permanent Magnets

Hindon River

News: A five-day research survey found zero dissolved oxygen levels at several locations, making the Hindon river uninhabitable for aquatic life. About Hindon River Origin: It originates in the Saharanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, in the Siwalik Hills at about 800 m elevation. Nature: The river is entirely rain-fed, with higher flow during the monsoon… Continue reading Hindon River

Aras River

News: The Aras River is strategically located along the borders in the Caucasus and is in focus amid regional geopolitical tensions. About Aras River It is a transboundary river in the Caucasus. Caucasus is a region between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea. It forms natural boundaries between countries such as Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iran, and… Continue reading Aras River

Nor’westers

News: A Nor’wester storm in Mayurbhanj caused deaths, injuries, damaged houses, uprooted trees, and disrupted electricity across several districts. About Nor’westers Nor’westers are local winds that affect eastern and northeastern India during summer and cause severe thunderstorms with strong weather activity. Origin: These storms originate over the Chhotanagpur Plateau between Bihar and Jharkhand and move… Continue reading Nor’westers

Joha Rice

News: APEDA facilitated the first export consignment of 25 metric tonnes of GI-tagged Joha rice from Assam to the United Kingdom and Italy on 12 March 2026. About Joha Rice Joha rice is a short-grain aromatic rice variety known for its distinctive fragrance, soft texture, and traditional cultivation practices. Origin: It originates from Assam in… Continue reading Joha Rice

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