MHA asks Assam Rifles to share list of villages in Myanmar; facial recognition planned to track border residents Sub : Geo Sec: Indian geography Context: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has instructed the Assam Rifles to compile a list of Myanmar villages within 10 km of the Indian border to track entries […]
Transforming Tsunami Science: Lessons from the 2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake Sub : Geo Sec: Geomorphology Why in News The year 2024 marks two decades since the catastrophic 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, one of the deadliest natural disasters in recorded history. This anniversary provides an opportunity to reflect on advancements in tsunami […]
Foundation Stone Laid for ₹45000 Crore Ken-Betwa River-Linking Project Sub : Geo Sec: Indian Physical Geography Why in News Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the ₹45,000 crore Ken-Betwa River-Linking Project in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh. This ambitious project aims to address the water scarcity in the Bundelkhand region and is […]
Forest fires increased 1339% in Himachal Pradesh, 2822% in J&K: SOFR 2023 Sub: Geo Sec: Indian Physical Geo Context: India’s mountain regions, particularly Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir, are witnessing an unprecedented surge in forest fire incidents, according to the State of Forest Report 2023. Key Findings: Unprecedented Increase in Mountain Regions […]
India’s Dependence on China for Critical Minerals Sub : Geo Sec: Eco geo Why in News India’s increasing dependence on China for critical minerals has come under scrutiny due to its implications for economic development and national security. A recent report by the Ministry of Mines (2023) identified 30 critical minerals essential for […]
Siliguri Corridor: A Crucial Link Strengthened by SSB Presence Sub : Geo Sec: Eco geo Why in News Union Home Minister, during the 61st Raising Day celebrations of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in Siliguri, emphasized the strategic importance of the Siliguri Corridor as a critical link between Northeast India and the rest […]