Deep sea mining permits may be coming soon. What are they and what might happen? Subject :Geography Section: Economic geography Context: The International Seabed Authority — the United Nations body that regulates the world’s ocean floor — is preparing to resume negotiations that could open the international seabed for mining, including for materials […]

    India and China ramp up infra on north bank of Pangong lake Subject :  Geography Section: Places in news Concept : Three years after the violent clash between Indian and Chinese forces in Galwan both countries ramp up infrastructure on north bank of Pangong Tso. About Pangong Tso lake: It is one of […]

    The intensity of extreme rainfall events is estimated to increase by 15% Subject :Geography Section: Climatology Context: Climate warming is causing a decrease in snowfall and an increase in rainfall at high altitudes in the Northern Hemisphere. A study has predicted an increase in the risk of extreme rainfall events. Extreme rainfall events: […]

    India urges adherence to 2016 ruling favouring the Philippines in the South China Sea Subject : Geography Section: Places in news Context: India called for adherence to the 2016 arbitration decision in favour of the Philippines, which has been rejected by China. Details: The negotiations are continuing between China and the ASEAN bloc […]

    How a lithium deal between two companies in France & UK is an opportunity for India’s EV sector Subject : Geography Section: Economic geography Context: A deal between a French minerals company and a British startup aims to produce enough lithium to run half a million EVs a year, according to media reports. […]

    India to secure lithium blocks in Argentina Subject : Geography Section: Economic geography Key Points: India is in advanced talks to secure lithium blocks in Argentina. KABIL (KhanijBidesh India Ltd) to soon sign a pact with Argentina to secure a few lithium blocks. KABIL is also exploring tie-ups and acquisition opportunities for lithium […]

    Centre identifies 30 critical minerals: Why, how, and importance of the exercise Subject : Geography Section: Economic geography Context: The Centre has identified 30 critical minerals, including lithium, cobalt, nickel, graphite, tin and copper, which are essential for the country’s economic development and national security. Earlier in 2011, Planning Commission initiated some efforts […]

    Rockies, Alps, Himalayas: More rain, less snow in Northern hemisphere mountains as temperatures rise, says report Subject :Geography Section: Places in news Context: The Himalayas and other mountains across the Northern Hemisphere are likely to see 15 per cent more rain for every 1-degree Celsius rise in temperature due to climate change, according […]

    India eyes more lithium deposits in J&K, identifies 30 critical minerals Subject : Geography Section: Economic geography Context: India is hopeful of finding more lithium reserves in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and continues exploration in the region. Details: According to officials, exploration for additional lithium sources is already going on in the […]