Cauvery body seeks Centre’s nod to conduct environment assessment Sub: Geo Sec: Indian physical geo   Context: Karnataka’s Cauvery Neeravari Nigam Limited (CNNL) is seeking approval from the Union Ministry of Environment to proceed with an Environmental Impact assessment (EIA) and develop an Environment Management Plan for the Mekedatu balancing reservoir-cum-drinking water project. Tamil […]

    NDMA to monitor 189 high-risk glacial lakes to prevent disasters Sub: Geo Sec: Climatology Context: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has identified 189 high-risk glacial lakes in the Himalayas for targeted mitigation efforts. Details: Measures include investigating these lakes and implementing “lake-lowering measures” to prevent overflows and mitigate potential downstream damage. The […]

    Tripura dam didn’t cause Bangladesh floods: India Sub: Geo Sec: Mapping Context: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) denied that floods in Bangladesh were caused by the opening of the Dumbur dam in Tripura. Details: India and Bangladesh share 54 cross-border rivers, making river water cooperation a critical part of their bilateral engagement. […]

    Who are the Dhangars of Maharashtra and why are they asking for ‘grazing corridors’ in forests? Sub : Geo Sec: Human geo Context: A large group of Dhangars recently marched to the office of the subdivisional officer in Khamgaon of Maharashtra’s Buldhana district, demanding a “grazing corridor” for their sheep and goats. About […]

    What is a waterspout, which may have sunk the luxury yacht off Sicily? Sub: Geo Sec: Climatology Context: A yacht sank off the coast of Sicily, Italy after being hit by a Waterspout. Waterspout: A waterspout is a large column of air and mist rotating over a water body. It typically lasts for […]

    Sikkim landslide damages NHPC power project building Sub: Geo Sec: Indian physical geography  Landslide Impact on NHPC Teesta-V Project: On August 20, 2024, a landslide occurred at the site of NHPC’s Teesta-V hydropower station in Gangtok district, Sikkim. The landslide damaged six houses and the GIS building of the 510 MW Teesta Stage […]

    A change in India’s power export rules Sub: Geo Sec: Eco Geo Context: Adani Power emphasised their commitment of supplying electricity to Bangladesh, stating that the recent amendment does not affect its existing contract. Amendment: Recently, an amendment was introduced to India’s power export rules. It allows Indian power exporters to reroute their […]

    Murshidabad: Divided by borders, rivers, and the politics of polarization Sub: Geo Sec: Eco Geo  Context: BSF declared a state of high alert along the river Padma, a critical border area between India and Bangladesh, just days before violent protests in Bangladesh. Details: Kakmarichar border outpost falls under the Sahebnagar gram panchayat of […]

    Seeding a greener future – an impetus to natural farming in A.P. Sub : Geo Sec: Eco Geo  Pre-Monsoon Dry Sowing (PMDS) model: Under the PMDS concept, a combination of Navadhanya and 15-20 other seeds are sown in a single field before the rainy season begins. The PMDS model allows farmers to harvest […]