Category: Places in News

Arctic Council

News– The tensions have risen in the Arctic region, following the comments made by the US President about annexing Greenland and Canada (including their dispute on the status of the Northwest Passage) added with impacts of climate change and resource competition in the region. Arctic Council. About Arctic Council It is an intergovernmental forum promoting… Continue reading Arctic Council

Key Facts about Tonga

News: Recently, a powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Tonga, triggering a tsunami warning for the Pacific island nation. About Tonga Location– It is located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean.  It is an archipelago composed of 169 islands, of which only 36 islands are inhabited.  The island are spread  across three main island groups:Tongatapu, Ha‘apai,… Continue reading Key Facts about Tonga

Operation Brahma- Myanmar

News- After a devastating earthquake ravaged Myanmar recently, India initiated its relief and rescue efforts in the country under the banner ‘Operation Brahma. About Operation Brahma India launched this humanitarian mission after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28, 2025. The mission includes rescue teams, medical aid, and essential supplies. An 80-member NDRF… Continue reading Operation Brahma- Myanmar

Mount Kenya

News– Mount Kenya, Africa’s second-highest peak after Kilimanjaro, is experiencing rapid glacier loss due to climate change. Mount Kenya About Mount Kenya Location: Central Kenya, just south of the Equator. Elevation: 5,199 meters (17,058 feet) at its highest peak, Batian. Peaks: Batian (5,199m), Nelion (5,188m), and Point Lenana (4,985m) Geology: An extinct stratovolcano that has… Continue reading Mount Kenya

Senkaku Islands

News- Japan has expressed strong concerns over the extended presence of Chinese Coast Guard vessels near the disputed Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea. About Senkaku Islands Location: The Senkaku Islands are an uninhabited group of 8 islands situated in the East China Sea. Current Control: The islands are currently administered and controlled by… Continue reading Senkaku Islands

Ana Sagar Lake

News– The Supreme Court has ordered the Rajasthan government to dismantle the illegally constructed Seven Wonders Park near Ana Sagar Lake in Ajmer within six months. The decision cites environmental concerns and violations of wetland regulations. Ana Sagar Lake. About Ana Sagar Lake Location– It is an artificial lake (man-made lake) located in the Ajmer… Continue reading Ana Sagar Lake

Balochistan

News: The Balochistan train hijacking on March 11, 2025, has drawn global attention as a deadly escalation in Pakistan’s longest-running insurgency. About Balochistan Balochistan is the largest and most sparsely populated province of Pakistan. It lies in the southwestern region of the country. It is bordered by Iran to the west, Afghanistan to the northwest,… Continue reading Balochistan

Key Facts about Philippines

News– Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was recently arrested on an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant over allegations of crimes against humanity during his war on drugs campaign. Philippine  About Philippines Capital– Manila Location– It is an island country of Southeast Asia in the western Pacific Ocean. Maritime bordering countries-Taiwan to the north, Japan to… Continue reading Key Facts about Philippines

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