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Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologySpace Technology
13 Aug, 2026

Total solar eclipse: The best time to study Sun's 'invisible' part, Pg4

Scientists leverage rare total solar eclipse to study Sun's elusive corona, revealing magnetic structures that cause disruptive solar flares.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsScience and Technology in Everyday Life
13 Aug, 2026

Kazakhstan, desperate for rain, turns to cloud-seeding, Pg2

Kazakhstan initiates cloud seeding with UAE collaboration to combat severe drought and water shortages, aiming for better harvests and economic benefits.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
13 Aug, 2026

Coexisting with the water: learning to live with the floods, Pg9

Assam grapples with annual monsoon floods, exacerbated by man-made interventions like deforestation and poor drainage, urging a humbler approach to river management.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
13 Aug, 2026

World Elephant Day

India celebrates World Elephant Day, highlighting Project Elephant's success in conserving 60% of global Asian elephants through habitat protection, scientific monitoring, and community efforts.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsBuffer Stocks and Food Security
12 Aug, 2026

Monsoon revived, but why there's cloud over the farm, Pg14

Monsoon revival boosts kharif sowing despite El Niño, yet rabi crops face uncertainty amid surging global food prices and India's agricultural import concerns.

Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
12 Aug, 2026

Ladakh’s giant ‘rivers of ice’ are slowing as the mountains warm, Pg2

New study reveals Ladakh's Zanskar glaciers are slowing and thinning due to climate change, impacting long-term water security in the Indus basin.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
12 Aug, 2026

India’s rising dependence on U.S. LPG, Pg8

India's LPG imports from the US surge to 67%, raising concerns about overdependence, geopolitical risks, and economic implications for energy security.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
11 Aug, 2026

Increase in India’s Asiatic lion population as of 2025, Pg8

India's Asiatic lion population surges to 891 by 2025, marking a significant conservation success under the Project Lion initiative.

Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
11 Aug, 2026

Scientists discover unusual ozone layer above North Bay of Bengal

Indian scientists detect unusually high ozone layer over North Bay of Bengal, providing crucial insights into stratospheric transport and atmospheric dynamics.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
11 Aug, 2026

Asiatic Lion Population Rises From 523 In 2015 To 891 In 2025; Reflects Dedication Of Forest Officials, Conservationists And Local Communities: Shri Bhupender Yadav

India's Asiatic Lion population surges to 891 by 2025, up from 523 in 2015, showcasing successful conservation efforts and Project Lion's impact.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersConservation, Pollution and Degradation
10 Aug, 2026

Invasive species spawns India's first fishermen-driven removal initiative, Pg9

Ujani reservoir battles invasive fish species decimating native biodiversity and livelihoods, prompting India's first community-driven removal and restocking program.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
10 Aug, 2026

Houthis Attack Key Saudi Refinery After Kingdom Signs Defence Pact, Pg14

Houthis attack Saudi Aramco's Jazan refinery with drones, escalating regional tensions after Saudi Arabia signs a defense pact with Turkey and Pakistan.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
10 Aug, 2026

Area of safe haven carved out for lions in Gujarat, Pg8

Gujarat forest department establishes 100-hectare enclosure at Ambardi Safari Park to house Asiatic lions involved in human attacks, mitigating conflict.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
9 Aug, 2026

Participation of Mining Operators Sought to Push Uranium Output, Pg13

Parliamentary panel urges MDO participation in uranium mining to boost domestic output, securing fuel for India's ambitious 100 GWe nuclear power target by 2047.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
9 Aug, 2026

Records reveal engineering’s effect on Yangtze floods, Pg13

Scientists reveal human engineering, like embankments and lake reclamation, intensified Yangtze River's 100-year floods by up to 18% over 500 years.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeDisaster and Disaster Management
7 Aug, 2026

Wayanad set to get advanced X-band weather radar, Pg7

Wayanad to get advanced X-band weather radar by December, enhancing extreme weather forecasts and early warning systems after devastating landslides.

Location Factors for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary IndustriesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers
7 Aug, 2026

Government Highlights Rapid Expansion of Data Centre Capacity to Support India's Growing Digital and AI Infrastructure

India's data center capacity surges to 1,575 MW, driven by AI and digital growth, with advanced cooling technologies improving water efficiency.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
6 Aug, 2026

Silt in rivers to urbanisation: Behind Kerala's worsening floods, Pg12

Kerala's worsening floods are attributed to human-made factors like river siltation, rapid urbanisation, and wetland disappearance, exacerbating disaster impact.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
6 Aug, 2026

New Hormuz route agreed, to be managed jointly with Oman: Iran, Pg14

Iran and Oman agree on new Strait of Hormuz shipping route, jointly managing the strategic global energy passage amidst US threats.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersConservation, Pollution and Degradation
6 Aug, 2026

Meghalaya launches mission to protect clouded leopards, Pg12

Meghalaya launches ambitious 'Mission Clouded Leopard' to protect its state animal, focusing on habitat restoration, scientific research, and community participation.

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