geography

Russia Ships Reactor Vessel to Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KKNPP)

Context: The VVER 1,000-MWe reactor vessel for the sixth unit of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project was recently shipped by Russia. About Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KKNPP) Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KKNPP) is the largest nuclear power station in India,...

List of Major Earthquakes in Japan, Magnitude, History and its Impact

On January 13, 2025, a magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck southwestern Japan, with its epicentre in the Hyuga-Nada Sea near Miyazaki Prefecture. The quake occurred at 9:19 p.m. local time. It prompted the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) to issue a tsunami...

Z Morh Tunnel in Jammu and Kashmir Inaugurated by PM Modi

The Z-Morh Tunnel, a significant infrastructure project in Jammu and Kashmir, is poised to revolutionize connectivity in the region. This 6.5 km long tunnel, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in January 2025, is part of a larger effort to...

Ken-Betwa Link Project (KBLP), Components and Benefits

Context: PM Narendra Modi has laid the foundation stone for the Ken-Betwa river-linking project on the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. About Ken-Betwa Link Project (KBLP) Aim: To transfer excess water from the Ken River...

Link Between Fluoride Levels and IQ Loss

Context: A recent study conducted by researchers from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), USA has linked higher fluoride exposure to lower IQ in children. Key Findings of the Study Impact of Fluoride on IQ: For every 1...

Rivers of India List with Map, From Ganga to Godavari River System

India, a land of diverse geographical features and rich cultural heritage is blessed with numerous rivers that are crucial to its ecology, economy, and society. These rivers have played an integral role throughout history by shaping civilizations, providing sustenance, and...

Rat Hole Mining, Types, Environmental and Safety Concerns

Context: 3 miners were confirmed dead and 6 remained trapped in a flooded coal "rat-hole" mine in Assam’s Dima Hasao district. Combined teams of the Indian Army and deep sea divers from the Indian Navy are assisting the operation. What...

Soapstone Mining and Land Subsidence in Bageshwar, Uttarakhand

Context: The Uttarakhand High Court has suspended all mining operations in Bageshwar district, citing environmental, socio-economic and safety concerns after taking suo motu cognizance of a news article. More in News The decision was based on alarming findings submitted by...

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

Context: The Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways has announced 2 major investments at the Kandla port. A mega ship building and repair project at an investment of ₹30,000 crores. A new cargo terminal outside Kandla Creek for ₹27,000 crore,...

Water Cycle Phases, Significance and Impact of Climate Change

Context: The 2024 Global Water Monitor Report, prepared by an international team of researchers, highlights the significant effects of climate change on the Earth's water cycle. About Water Cycle It is the continuous movement of water in its various forms-...