Source– This post is based on the article “Once-in-a-century flooding swamps Somalia after historic drought” published in “The Hindu” on 14th November 2023. Why in the News? Somalia is facing severe flooding, triggered by heavy seasonal downpours, which have been exacerbated by El Nino and the Indian Ocean Dipole. The United Nations has labelled this… Continue reading Somalia Floods
Category: Places in News
Lake Titicaca: In South America’s Andes, a shrinking Lake Titicaca rings climate alarm bell
Source: The post is based on the article “Lake Titicaca: In South America’s Andes, a shrinking Lake Titicaca rings climate alarm bell” published in “The Print” on 15th November 2023 Why in the News? Lake Titicaca is experiencing record-low water levels due to the El Niño weather phenomenon, prolonged dry conditions and unusual high temperatures.… Continue reading Lake Titicaca: In South America’s Andes, a shrinking Lake Titicaca rings climate alarm bell
Seismic Activity in Iceland: As thousands of earthquakes rock Iceland, a volcanic eruption to follow?
Source: The post is based on the article “Seismic Activity in Iceland: As thousands of earthquakes rock Iceland, a volcanic eruption to follow?” published in “Down To Earth” on 15th November 2023 Why in the News? Iceland is currently facing a notable surge in seismic activity, with about 1,400 earthquakes detected in the last 24… Continue reading Seismic Activity in Iceland: As thousands of earthquakes rock Iceland, a volcanic eruption to follow?
Ben Gurion Canal Project
Source– This post ”Ben Gurion Canal Project” is based on the article ”A plan to join the Red Sea with Mediterranean — an alternative to the Suez Canal” published in “The Indian Express” on 10 November 2023. Why in the News? Ben Gurion Canal Project back in news after Israel pushes to destroy Hamas in… Continue reading Ben Gurion Canal Project
New island born near Ogasawara island chain in Japan
Source– This post “New island born near Ogasawara island chain in Japan” is based on the article “New island is born in Japan after undersea volcanic eruption” published in “The Times of India” on 10 November 2023. Why in the News? Recently, a new island emerged near Japan’s Ogasawara island chain after an undersea volcanic… Continue reading New island born near Ogasawara island chain in Japan
NMDC expands its mineral portfolio with inauguration of Mount Celia Gold Operation; Becomes 1st Gold mine in its extensive portfolio
Source: The post is based on the article “NMDC expands its mineral portfolio with inauguration of Mount Celia Gold Operation; Becomes 1st Gold mine in its extensive portfolio” published in “PIB” on 6th November 2023 Why in the News? Secretary, Ministry of Steel has unveiled the Mining operations at Mount Celia Gold Project located in… Continue reading NMDC expands its mineral portfolio with inauguration of Mount Celia Gold Operation; Becomes 1st Gold mine in its extensive portfolio
Brazzaville Declaration
Source: The post is based on the article “Brazzaville Declaration” published in “MEA” on 28th October 2023 Why in the News? A Summit of Three basins is going to be held at Brazzaville, Republic of Congo. What are these three basins? Three Basins Details Congo Basin 1) It is the second-largest tropical forest in the… Continue reading Brazzaville Declaration
Gulf of Guinea: EU and India carry out joint naval exercise
Source: The post is based on the article “Gulf of Guinea: EU and India carry out joint naval exercise” published in “PIB” on 27th October 2023 Why in the News? India and the European Union (EU) have conducted their maiden joint naval exercise in the Gulf of Guinea. The exercise was conducted with the aim… Continue reading Gulf of Guinea: EU and India carry out joint naval exercise
As Gujarat’s Dhordo village gets UNWTO recognition, PM Modi says it showcases India’s tourism potential
Source: The post is based on the article “As Gujarat’s Dhordo village gets UNWTO recognition, PM Modi says it showcases India’s tourism potential” published in “The Hindu” on 26th October 2023 Contents1 Why in the News?2 Where is Dhordo Village?3 What is the Best Tourism Villages Initiative?4 What is the United Nations World Tourism Organization… Continue reading As Gujarat’s Dhordo village gets UNWTO recognition, PM Modi says it showcases India’s tourism potential
Kerala CM flags-in first ever ship into Vizhinjam port
Source: The post is based on the article “Kerala CM flags-in first ever ship into Vizhinjam port” published in “Indian Express” on 18th October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 Why does India need a Transshipment Port?3 What are the benefits of Transshipment Port?4 What is Vizhinjam Port? What is the News? Kerala Chief Minister… Continue reading Kerala CM flags-in first ever ship into Vizhinjam port
