geography

Tobacco Cultivation in India: Relief to Tobacco Farmers

Context: The government has amended the Tobacco Board Rules, 1976, to extend the registration validity for Virginia tobacco growers from one year to three years. About Tobacco Cultivation in India Tobacco cultivation in India was introduced by the Portuguese in...

Use of AI in Weather Forecasting in India

Context: Mission Mausam, launched in September 2024 with ₹2,000 crore over two years, aims to improve India’s weather forecasting through enhanced observations, AI-driven models, and better climate data analysis. The Ministry of Earth Sciences has established a dedicated AI and...

Harnessing Spiritual Aastha for River Rejuvenation

Context: Events like the Maha Kumbh Mela, where more than 60 crore people congregated in Prayagraj, represent the epitome of India's riverine spirituality. This deep-rooted spiritual reverence (aastha) can be turned into a pragmatic tool (astra) for the ecological rejuvenation...

Indian Continental Plate is Splitting Apart

Context: According to a recent discovery, the Indian Plate is splitting into two, with a portion of it sinking into the mantle. Indian Continental Plate and Himalayan Formation The Indian Plate has been colliding with the Eurasian Plate for the...

Tsunami Zones of India, Causes and Subduction Zone

Context: As per the latest report of INCOIS, all Indian coastal Union Territories and states are prone to tsunamis. What is a Tsunami? A tsunami is a series of large sea waves caused by the sudden displacement of a large...

Important Lakes of India, State wise and Largest Lakes in India

A lake is a large body of water, which can be either fresh or salty, completely surrounded by land. Lakes can be formed naturally through geological processes or created by humans. India has many different lakes, like the big and...

Why Naini Lake is Shrinking?

Naini Lake Location: Naini Lake is a Kidney-shaped lake situated in Nainital, Uttarakhand, it is one of the most famous natural lakes in India. It is surrounded by seven hills. It was discovered by Barron, a British businessman, in the...

Why are Tensions High in the Arctic?

Context: International observers have expressed concerns about rising tensions in the Arctic, cautioning that if not addressed, they could potentially lead to conflict in the region. Current Scenario in the Arctic The Arctic is witnessing rising geopolitical tensions as climate...

Avalanches Breakdown, Types, Key Features, Prevention and Safety

Context: A team of US physicists has developed a new method for remotely detecting radioactive materials using carbon-dioxide lasers. What are Avalanches? An avalanche is a rapid flow of snow down a slope, such as a hill or mountain. Causes: Avalanches can be...

Deep Sea Mining, Benefits, Risks and India’s Exploration Efforts

Context: According to a recent study, a strip of the Pacific Ocean seabed which was mined over 40 years ago (1979) has still not recovered. About Deep Sea Mining The deep sea is broadly defined as the ocean depth where...