National dam panel to examine Kaleshwaram project on March 6 Subject: Geography Section: Indian physical geography Context: The National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) has established an expert committee to investigate the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP) following concerns over the sinking of piers at the Medigadda barrage. Details: This inspection is scheduled due […]
Offshore Mineral Blocks for Auction Subject: Geography Section: Eco Geography Shortlisted Blocks: The Mines Ministry has shortlisted around 10 offshore mineral blocks for potential auction. Location: Blocks are located on both the east coast and west coast of India. Minerals: Expected minerals include: Construction sand Lime mud Others Number of Identified Blocks: Ministry […]
Cabinet approves royalty rates for mining of 12 critical and strategic minerals Subject: Geography Section: Economic Geography Context: The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi approved the amendment of Second Schedule to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 (‘MMDR Act’) for specifying rate of royalty in respect […]
Leap year: How does it work? Why February 29? Subject: Geography Section: Msc Context: This year, February will be a day longer than usual as 2024 is a leap year. About Leap Year: Leap years are characterized by the insertion of an extra day i.e. February 29 ,every four years is crucial for […]