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
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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
Xingu River
News: Thousands of Indigenous people gathered during the Free Land Camp to oppose a large gold mining project along the Xingu River, which they believe threatens both their livelihoods and the fragile Amazon ecosystem About Xingu River Location: It is located in the state of Para in northern Brazil. Origin: It rises from the Mato Grosso… Continue reading Xingu River
Lohit River
News: Recently, the cabinet approved the investment Proposal for the construction of the 1200 MW Kalai-II Hydro Electric Project in Anjaw District of Arunachal Pradesh. About Lohit River About: It is a perennial river which flows through Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. Origin: It originates in the Zayal Chu range in eastern Tibet. Course of river:… Continue reading Lohit River
Gourami Fossils
News: Scientists discovered freshwater fish fossils in Saharanpur, including first gourami fossil in India and second globally, indicating a Pliocene ecosystem. About Gourami Fossils The Gourami fossils are freshwater fish remains identified through otolith structures from ancient ecosystems. Discovered by: The fossils were discovered by scientists led by Dr. Ningthoujam Premjit Singh of the Wadia… Continue reading Gourami Fossils
Hokersar and Wular Lake
News: A CAG report highlighted that 518 lakes (74%) in Jammu and Kashmir have disappeared or shrunk, causing ecosystem degradation and climate insecurity. About Hokersar Lake Hokersar is an important high-altitude wetland in Kashmir Valley known for biodiversity and migratory birds. Location: It is located in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, at an altitude… Continue reading Hokersar and Wular Lake
