News: Large stretches of the Bhavani River near Kooduthurai have been overrun by water hyacinth, raising concerns over irrigation and the river’s ecosystem. About Bhavani River It is the second largest and perennial river in Tamil Nadu. Origin of river: It originates from Nilgiri hills of the Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu. Course of the… Continue reading Bhavani River
Category: Geography in News
Shindo Shaking Scale
News: A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck southern Japan, triggering a tsunami advisory and recording Shindo 7, the highest level on Japan’s seismic intensity scale. About Shindo Shaking Scale The Shindo (Seismic Intensity) Scale is Japan’s unique seismic scale that measures the degree of shaking and its effects at a specific location during an earthquake. Scale range:… Continue reading Shindo Shaking Scale
Mechi River and Kosi–Mechi Intra-State Link Project
News: The Kosi–Mechi Intra-State Link Project received PMKSY-AIBP support, with completion targeted by March 2029 and ongoing canal remodelling work. About Mechi River Origins: The Mechi River originates in the Mahabharat Range (Mahabharat Lekh) of Nepal as a perennial river. Course: It flows through eastern Nepal and the Darjeeling district of West Bengal before entering… Continue reading Mechi River and Kosi–Mechi Intra-State Link Project
Sone River
News: Bihar and Jharkhand are set to sign an agreement on the sharing of Sone River waters, resolving a long-pending dispute that has persisted since the creation of Jharkhand in 2000. About Sone River Sone River is a perennial river. It is also called “Hiranyavaha” because of its golden coloured sand. It was believed that… Continue reading Sone River
Pickaxe Mountain and Zagros Mountains
News: U.S. President Donald Trump threatened heavy strikes on Iran’s fortified Pickaxe Mountain, which is linked to the country’s nuclear programme. About Pickaxe Mountain Location: Pickaxe Mountain is a mountain in the Zagros Mountain Range located in Isfahan Province, Iran. It is also known as “Kuh-e Kolang Gaz La” in Iran. Key Aspects: Underground Nuclear Facility:… Continue reading Pickaxe Mountain and Zagros Mountains
Sahibi River
News: The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT) about expanded Sahibi River monitoring under the Delhi-Yamuna Drain Monitoring Programme. About Sahibi River The Sahibi River is also called the Sabi River. Origin: It originated from the eastern slopes of the Saiwar Protected Forest hills in Sikar district, Rajasthan. Nature: It is… Continue reading Sahibi River
Key Facts About Panama
News: India and Panama held bilateral talks to deepen maritime cooperation in logistics, shipping, maritime security, skill development and digital transformation. Key Facts About Panama Location: Panama is a country in Central America. It is located on the Isthmus of Panama, a narrow bridge of land that connects North America and South America. Borders: It… Continue reading Key Facts About Panama
Rhine River
News: A prolonged heatwave has caused several major European rivers, including the Danube, Rhine, Elbe, and Loire, to dry up, threatening drinking water supplies, inland navigation, trade, and recreational activities. About Rhine River It is the 12th longest river in Europe. It is longest river in Western and Central Europe. Source: It originates from two… Continue reading Rhine River
Key Facts About North Macedonia
News: President Droupadi Murmu addressed the India–North Macedonia Business Forum in Skopje during her official visit on July 21, 2026. Key Facts About North Macedonia Location: North Macedonia is a landlocked country situated in the south-central Balkans in Southeast Europe. Capital: Skopje is its capital city. Boundaries: It is bordered by Kosovo and Serbia in… Continue reading Key Facts About North Macedonia
Key Facts about Peru
News: At least six people were killed and many others were injured after earthquakes struck Peru’s Junín region, causing widespread damage and relief operations. Key Facts about Peru Location: Peru is the third-largest country in South America and is located just south of the Equator. Boundaries: Land Boundaries: Peru shares its borders with Ecuador and… Continue reading Key Facts about Peru
