Are heatwaves natural disasters? Sub: Geography Sec: Climatology Heatwaves in North India: North India is experiencing its longest heatwave in 15 years, with at least 100 deaths from heat-related illnesses reported from March 1 to June 18, likely under-reported. Discussions are ongoing about classifying heatwaves as a natural disaster. Are Heatwaves a Natural […]
PFC, JICA line up to fund ₹76,220-cr. Vadhavan Port project Sub: Geography Sec: Eco Geo Context: Indian and global financial institutions, including the Power Finance Corporation (PFC), Rural Electrification Corporation, and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), have expressed interest in funding the ₹76,220-crore Vadhavan Port project. Details: The project will be developed by […]
Highest minimum temperature: Why Delhi’s warm nights are cause of worry Sub: Geography Sec : Climatology Context: Delhi recorded its highest minimum temperature since 1969 on Tuesday, reaching 35.2°C. Details: The city is experiencing unusually high day and night temperatures, with seven heatwave days in June and six consecutive warm nights. The previous […]
Year after Titan’s fatal dive, explorers vow to pursue ocean mysteries Sub: Geography Sec: Oceanography Context: June 18 marks one year since the Titan vanished on its way to the historic wreckage site in the North Atlantic Ocean (off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada). After a five-day search that captured attention around the […]