geography

List of Mountains in India: Highest Mountain Peaks, Name, Range and Location

India's mountains play a very important role in shaping the country's environment. Tourists are attracted to these beautiful mountains, known as the abodes of the Gods, for their clean air, religious significance, and thrilling adventure sports. They offer a refreshing...

Early Monsoon Onset in India, Factors and Impact

Context: The southwest monsoon arrived in Kerala on May 24, 2025, eight days ahead of its normal date (June 1), making it the earliest onset since 2009, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD). What is Monsoon Onset? The Monsoon...

Detailed Action Plan for Aravalli Landscape Restoration

Context: The Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change introduced a Detailed Action Plan for Aravalli Landscape Restoration on the International Day for Biodiversity. Exhorted all stakeholders to adopt a ‘Whole of Government’ and ‘Whole of Society’ approach in...

Solar Flares: NASA Warns of Solar Storms, Blackouts and Auroras expected on Earth

Context: NASA's satellites have recorded a powerful solar flare. What are Solar Flares? Solar flares are intense bursts of radiation caused by the sudden release of magnetic energy from the Sun. These flares emit high-speed particles and energy into space....

Mahadayi River, Origin, Tributaries and Significance

Context: A new scientific paper by CSIR-NIO and INCOIS claims that Karnataka’s diversion of the Mahadayi River will have a limited ecological impact on Goa, sparking protests by local groups in Goa. About Mahadayi River The Mahadayi River, or the...

Major Ports in India List, Map, Names and their Location

India's major ports have achieved historic milestones in Fiscal Year 2024-25, demonstrating impressive growth and bolstering the nation's global competitiveness. Cargo handling reached approximately 855 million tonnes, marking a 4.3% increase from the previous fiscal year. Check this article to...

Mullaperiyar Dam, History, Issue and Dispute

Context: The Supreme Court said experts with specialised knowledge and not politicians are required to find a solution to the prolonged dispute between Tamil Nadu and Kerala over the maintenance of the 125-year-old Mullaperiyar dam. The Mullaperiyar Dam dispute is...

Baglihar Dam & India’s Hydroelectric Power Projects on the Chenab River

Baglihar Dam, or the Baglihar Hydroelectric Power Project, is one of India's flagship hydropower projects along the Chenab River. Built in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district, the dam represents India's increasing focus on renewable energy and strategic water management under...

Vizhinjam International Seaport Project, Phases, Benefits

Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially launched the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram. The Vizhinjam seaport has been completed at an estimated Rs 8,867 crore. The Prime Minister inaugurally commissioned the first phase of the complex in the presence...

Indus Water Treaty 1960 Suspended by India after Pahalgam Terror Attack

Context: In the wake of the Pahalgam terrorist attack, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) has decided to suspend the Indus Water Treaty. India has decided to put the Indus Waters Treaty on hold, as announced by Foreign Secretary Vikram...