Geography

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Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaAchievements of Indians in Science and Technology
21 Jun, 2026

IIT-Delhi study finds human activity drives India’s ‘wild’ weather, Pg12

IIT-Delhi study reveals human activity, not natural variation, drives India's extreme rainfall and floods, warning of future surge as air pollution drops.

Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyImportant Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna
21 Jun, 2026

What a ‘super’ El Niño might mean for India’s monsoon, Pg12

NOAA confirms 'super' El Niño likely, threatening India's monsoon amidst 35% June rainfall deficit, raising drought concerns for food and fiscal planning.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones
21 Jun, 2026

New seismic hazard spotted in Japan’s 2011 quake, Pg12

Scientists identify new seismic hazard from Japan's 2011 quake, revealing ScS waves caused 6mm ground shift by bouncing off Earth's core.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources
21 Jun, 2026

Mines, logistics, deep uncertainty threaten Middle East oil rebound, Pg12

Middle East oil rebound remains uncertain despite US-Iran detente, as regional conflict and logistical challenges threaten Strait of Hormuz shipments.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems
20 Jun, 2026

Imapct of EL NINO, Pg23

Developing El Niño threatens India with 84% chance of sub-normal rainfall, risking crop damage and increased food inflation across the nation.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaDisaster and Disaster Management
20 Jun, 2026

Four glacial lakes in Arunachal have expanded in a decade: study, Pg10

New satellite study reveals four high-risk glacial lakes in Arunachal Pradesh expanded significantly, escalating GLOF threat in Eastern Himalaya.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
19 Jun, 2026

Gold ore shoots found near KGF, Pg11

Geological Survey of India and Bharat Gold Mines Limited locate promising gold ore shoots near KGF, potentially extending mine life.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesPoverty and HungerImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
19 Jun, 2026

Amount sought by UN food agencies to shield people from El Nino, Pg12

FAO, WFP appeal for $202 million to shield 8.8 million across 22 nations from El Niño-induced drought, flood, and storm threats.

Location Factors for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary IndustriesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
19 Jun, 2026

Thailand revives $30bn coast-to-coast corridor, Pg16

Thailand revives $30.45 billion 'Land Bridge' project, linking Andaman Sea to Gulf of Thailand, to bypass congested Malacca Strait amid global chokepoint concerns.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones
19 Jun, 2026

Why the monsoon's progress has stalled over Maharashtra, Pg15

India's southwest monsoon stalls over Maharashtra, recording 38% deficit; weakened winds, absent low-pressure systems, and MJO unfavorable.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
18 Jun, 2026

Dhaka’s new Padma barrage will reshape water power in the region, Pg2

Dhaka's new Padma barrage, costing Rs 39,170 crore, aims to combat water scarcity for 6.5 crore people, intensifying India-Bangladesh water disputes and raising environmental concerns.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
18 Jun, 2026

What does the India-Russia logistics agreement allow?, Pg8

India-Russia RELOS operationalized for reciprocal logistics support, enabling joint exercises and Arctic access, debunking claims of permanent troop stationing.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
18 Jun, 2026

Food inflation may creep higher in coming months, Pg14

El Niño's return and West Asia conflict threaten India's food security, potentially driving up inflation despite current global stability.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems
17 Jun, 2026

India’s rainfall deficit at 35% as monsoon progress stalls, Pg1

India's monsoon deficit hits 35% as El Niño stalls progress, threatening kharif crops and food inflation; government prepares contingency plans.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
17 Jun, 2026

Indian cities need to rethink water future, Pg12

India's urban water crisis deepens amid heatwave, exposing governance failures and demanding urgent policy shifts towards efficient management and nature-based solutions.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
16 Jun, 2026

Heatwaves, ozone raise cardiac death risk: study, Pg14

New study reveals heatwaves significantly elevate surface ozone levels, causing hundreds of additional cardiac and respiratory deaths across India, exceeding WHO limits.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
16 Jun, 2026

India, Sweden not competing with one another, we actually can complete one another, Pg8

India and Sweden forge strategic partnership, focusing on defence co-production, economic ties, and global collaboration, with Sweden supporting India's UNSC bid.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
16 Jun, 2026

US trade advocacy body forms task force on India-US critical mineral cooperation, Pg13

US-India Business Council forms critical minerals task force to counter China's dominance, securing vital supply chains for EVs and defense.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
15 Jun, 2026

The giant world of fungi, Pg2

Groundbreaking study maps 110 quadrillion km of underground fungal networks, revealing their critical 11% global carbon sequestration role and threats to vital grassland hotspots.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
14 Jun, 2026

Why an Assam-Nagaland pact raises hopes of higher oil & gas output from Northeast, Pg13

Union, Assam, Nagaland ink pact to resume oil/gas exploration in disputed border, targeting tenfold output increase and boosting national energy security.

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