Source-This post is based on the article “Shallow soda lakes show promise as cradles of life on Earth” published in “Physics.Org” on 22th January 2024. Why in the News? Recently, researchers have found that a shallow ‘soda lake’ in western Canada bears resemblance to Darwin’s concept of “warm little ponds,”. It is believed to be… Continue reading Soda Lakes
Category: Places in News
Wadge Bank Threatened by Hydrocarbon Exploration
Source-This post is based on the article “Wadge Bank facing threat from hydrocarbon exploration” published in “Deccan Chronicle” on 20th Janauary 2024. Why in the News? Wadge Bank faces a potential threat as the Indian government considers offering three oil and gas blocks for exploration and development. The blocks designated for exploration coincide with the… Continue reading Wadge Bank Threatened by Hydrocarbon Exploration
A Brief About Soligas and Yeravas Tribes in 2024
Source-This post is based on the article “What do tribal groups like the Soligas and Yeravas eat?” published in “DownToEarth” on 14th January 2024. Why in the News? A Brief About Soligas and Yeravas Tribes, A newly released book “Forgotten Trails: Foraging Wild Edibles,” documents the wild foods gathered by the Soligas and Yeravas… Continue reading A Brief About Soligas and Yeravas Tribes in 2024
PM Modi Visit Veerabhadra temple in Lepakshi
Source-This post is based on the article “PM Modi visits historic temple linked to Ramayana in Lepakshi. Know its significance” published in “India Today” on 17th January 2024. Why in the News? PM Modi Visit Veerabhadra temple in Lepakshi, The Prime Minister recently visited the Veerabhadra temple in Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh. He is completing the… Continue reading PM Modi Visit Veerabhadra temple in Lepakshi
Chancay Port: China’s new mega port project in South America
Source-This post is based on the article “China widens trade highway in South America with new mega port project” published in “The Hindu” on 19th January 2024. Why in the News? China has constructed a mega deep-water port in the Chancay city, Peru(a South American country). Operations are scheduled to commence in late 2024. About… Continue reading Chancay Port: China’s new mega port project in South America
Zanskar River
Source-This post is based on the article “Chief of the Naval Staff Flags off CHADAR trek expedition to Zanskar river, Ladakh” published in “PIB” on 17th January 2024. Why in the News? The Chief of the Naval Staff recently inaugurated the Indian Navy’s Chadar Trek expedition at INS Shivaji. It takes place on the frozen… Continue reading Zanskar River
Why Kashmir and Ladakh are without snow this winter, its implications
Source-This post is based on the article “Why Kashmir and Ladakh are without snow this winter, its implications” published in “The Indian Express” on 17th January 2024. Why in the News? Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh which are the key tourist destinations in India have seen little rainfall or snow this winter, leading to a… Continue reading Why Kashmir and Ladakh are without snow this winter, its implications
Navy thwarts hijacking attempt in Arabian Sea
Source- This post is based on the article “Navy thwarts hijacking attempt in Arabian Sea” published in “The Hindu” on 5th January 2024. Why in the News? Indian Navy Marine Commandos (MARCOS) successfully thwarted a hijacking attempt in the North Arabian Sea, ensuring the safe evacuation of all 21 crew members, including 15 Indians, from… Continue reading Navy thwarts hijacking attempt in Arabian Sea
Angola quits OPEC amid dispute over oil production quotas
Source- This post is based on the article “Angola quits OPEC amid dispute over oil production quotas ” published in “Live mint” on 21st December 2023. Why in the News? Angola has opted to withdraw from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) due to a disagreement concerning oil production quotas. Note- Several other… Continue reading Angola quits OPEC amid dispute over oil production quotas
Pong Dam Eco-Sensitive Zone
Source– This post is based on the article “Govt to re-review the Pong Dam eco-sensitive zone: CM Sukhu” published in “Hindustan Times” on 23rd December 2023. Why in the News? The Himachal Pradesh state government is reviewing eco-sensitive zone boundaries around Pong Dam to address challenges for locals and support agriculture activities during low water… Continue reading Pong Dam Eco-Sensitive Zone
