Arunachal Pradesh Protests NHPC’s Proposed 12500-MW Siang River Dam Sub: Geo Sec: Indian geography Why in News Recent protests have erupted in Arunachal Pradesh’s Siang district against the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation’s (NHPC) proposed mega dam project on the Siang River. Local communities, particularly the Adi tribe, are strongly opposing the survey and […]
Vadhavan Port: A Strategic Boost for India’s Trade with West Asia and Europe Sub: Geo Sec: Eco geo Why in News? The Vadhavan Port, a significant infrastructure project set to enhance India’s maritime trade connectivity, will soon see a groundbreaking ceremony led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This port is poised to play […]
Enhancing India’s Weather Forecasting Capabilities: A Strategic Upgrade Sub: Geo Sec: Climatology Why in News? India’s weather department, the India Meteorological Department (IMD), is set to undergo a significant upgrade, aimed at improving its ability to forecast localized and extreme weather events. With a proposed budget of at least Rs 10,000 crore, this […]
After nano urea, research finds dip in yield and plant growth with nano DAP Subject: Geo Sec: Eco Geo Context: A two-year field experiment on the efficacy of nano diammonium phosphate (DAP) by scientists from the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has found a substantial decrease in wheat yields compared to conventional nitrogen fertiliser […]
Unveiling the Perils of Rub al-Khali: The World’s Most Dangerous Desert Sub: Geo Sec Mapping Why in News? Recently, the Rub al-Khali, also known as the Empty Quarter, gained attention after a tragic incident involving two men from Telangana. They perished in this inhospitable desert after their GPS malfunctioned, their vehicle ran out […]