News: Cyclone Alfred is moving toward Australia’s east coast, posing a threat of heavy rainfall in various regions. Cyclone Alfred About Cyclone Alfred Cyclone Alfred is a tropical cyclone classified as a Category 2 storm. It has sustained winds of 95 km/h and gusts up to 130 km/h. Note: Category 2 hurricanes (96–110 mph) cause extensive damage,… Continue reading Cyclone Alfred
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Mount Erebus
News: Within the subterranean ice caves of Mount Erebus, the planet’s southernmost active volcano, scientists have uncovered flourishing microbial ecosystems, challenging our understanding of life’s resilience in extreme environments. About Mount Erebus Mount Erebus is located on the western half of Ross Island, off the coast of Antarctica in the Ross Sea. It is the world’s southernmost active volcano. It… Continue reading Mount Erebus
Key Facts about Georgia
News– Recently, Georgia has been certified malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO). About Georgia Location: It is a country in the Transcaucasia region, situated at the intersection of Eastern Europe and West Asia. Capital: Tbilisi Bordering Countries: North & Northeast: Russia East & Southeast: Azerbaijan South: Armenia and Türkiye Bordering Water Body: Black Sea… Continue reading Key Facts about Georgia
Lake Victoria
News: A team of international researchers from North America and Kenya has conducted a genetic survey of cyanobacteria in the Winam Gulf of Lake Victoria, Kenya. About Cyanobacteria Definition: Cyanobacteria, previously referred to as blue-green algae, are photosynthetic microorganisms classified as bacteria. Appearance: They were originally called blue-green algae because dense growths often give water… Continue reading Lake Victoria
Jute Crop
News: The Cabinet Committee of Economic Affairs has increased the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for raw jute by 6% to Rs. 5,650 per quintal. About Jute Crop Jute is an important natural fibre crop in India next to cotton. It is also known as the ‘Golden Fibre’. It grows well on alluvial or loamy… Continue reading Jute Crop
Bharathapuzha River
News: Recently, a family of four drowned in the Bharathapuzha River. About Bharathapuzha River Length of the river– 209 km It is the second-longest river in Kerala, after the Periyar River. It is considered as the Nile of kerela and is also known as Nila, Ponnani, Kuttippuram . Course and Origin– The river rises in… Continue reading Bharathapuzha River
Lake Naivasha
News: Kenya’s renowned Lake Naivasha is being severely affected by the spread of water hyacinth, which has overtaken significant portions of the lake. About Lake Naivasha It is a shallow freshwater lake situated in Kenya’s southern Rift Valley. It is designated as the Ramsar site. It is of relatively recent geological origin and is surrounded… Continue reading Lake Naivasha
Siachen Glacier
News: A private telecom service provider has deployed 4G and 5G connectivity services to Siachen Glacier. About Siachen Glacier Siachen Glacier is a piedmont glacier located in the Karakoram Range of the Himalayas. It lies between Saltoro Ridge to the west and the main Karakoram range to the east. It is the world’s second longest… Continue reading Siachen Glacier
Rat-Hole Mining
News: Workers stand trapped in a flooded coal mine in Assam’s Dima Hasao district. Out of the nine workers, the bodies of four workers have been recovered while the rescue operation is still in progress. About Rat-Hole Mining Rat hole mining is a method of extracting coal from narrow, horizontal seams. It involves digging tunnels… Continue reading Rat-Hole Mining
Gulf of Mexico
News: The US President-elect recently announced plans to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America.” About Gulf of Mexico Location: The Gulf of Mexico is a large body of water bordered by the southeastern United States, Mexico, and Cuba. Connections: Connected to the Atlantic Ocean via the Straits of Florida Connected to… Continue reading Gulf of Mexico
