News: An elderly woman was found dead and partially consumed, allegedly by a leopard, near her residence at Sholayar Nagar in the Sholayar Dam. About Sholayar Dam Location: The Sholayar Dam is situated near Valparai in Tamil Nadu. It is a masonry gravity dam built across the Sholayar River, which forms part of the Chalakudy… Continue reading Sholayar Dam
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Potato Cultivation in India
News: Farmers’ organisations claim that the Centre’s potato procurement price is only about half of the actual input cost. About Potato Cultivation in India It is a root vegetable plant native to America and domesticated in Peru about 6000 years ago. In India, it was introduced by the Portuguese in the 16th century, and since… Continue reading Potato Cultivation in India
Tehri Lake
News: During the trial operation, the seaplane successfully took off from Jolly Grant Airport and landed at Koti Colony in the Tehri Lake area. About Tehri Lake Location: It is Asia’s largest man-made lake, located in Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. Formation: Tehri Lake was formed when the waters of the Bhagirathi River were obstructed by… Continue reading Tehri Lake
Mahua Tree (Madhuca longifolia) and Gond Tribe
News: Mahua plays a pivotal role in the life of tribal communities from birth to death. About Mahua Tree (Madhuca longifolia) It is a multipurpose tropical tree mainly cultivated or harvested in the wild for its edible flowers and oil seeds. It is commonly known as mahuwa or madhuka, Butter Tree, Mahua and Mahwa. Family:… Continue reading Mahua Tree (Madhuca longifolia) and Gond Tribe
Narmada River
News: A viral video of thousands of litres of milk poured into the Narmada River during a ritual has sparked outrage, renewing debate on faith, environment, and resource use. About Narmada River The Narmada is the fifth largest west-flowing river of peninsular India. It is also known by other names such as Rewa, Amarja, Mekalkanya,… Continue reading Narmada River
Flaxseeds Cultivation in India
News: Flaxseeds are highlighted for their benefits in reducing joint pain, improving body warmth, and enhancing health during harsh winter conditions. About Flaxseeds Cultivation in India Flaxseeds are also known as Linseed, Alsi, or Tisi. Season: In India, Flaxseeds are primarily grown as a Rabi (winter) crop. Scientific Name: The scientific name of flaxseed is… Continue reading Flaxseeds Cultivation in India
Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC)
News: As per a new study, the complete collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) could lead to the release of large amounts of carbon into the atmosphere, turning it from a carbon sink into a source. About Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) The AMOC is a system of ocean currents that circulates water within the Atlantic… Continue reading Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC)
About Kangsabati River
News: Despite adequate reservoir water, irrigation was denied for Boro cultivation, leaving farmers in multiple districts without work and facing economic hardship. About Kangsabati River Origin: The Kangsabati River rises from the Chota Nagpur Plateau in Purulia district near Jhalda (West Bengal), where Saharjhor and Girgiri rivers join together. Course: The river flows through Purulia,… Continue reading About Kangsabati River
Ghaggar River
News: Villages along Haryana’s Ghaggar river, especially Sirsa and Fatehabad, report a rise in cancer cases allegedly linked to contaminated water. About Ghaggar River Origin: It originates in the Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh and Haryana. It is intermittent and flows only during the monsoon season. Course: After passing through the Ambala and Hissar districts… Continue reading Ghaggar River
Manikya Dhara Falls
News: A 15-year-old girl from Kerala, missing near Manikyadhara Falls, was found dead 500 m below the watchtower after a drone search. About Manikya Dhara Falls Location: It is situated in the dense forest of Baba Budangiri hills in Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka. Other names: It is locally called Nellikayi Theertha, while Manikyadhara means “stream… Continue reading Manikya Dhara Falls
