geography

Copper Ore, Distribution, Reserves and Production

India faces a potential copper shortage as new Quality Control Order (QCO) norms for refined copper imports restrict non-Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)-certified imports. Challenges with BIS Certification In 2023-24, India sourced 80% of its copper imports from Japan. The...

Rabi Crops, Factors Affecting Crop Growth and Concerns

High October temperatures and shortages of di-ammonium phosphate (DAP) fertilizer have significantly impacted the planting of rabi (winter-spring) season crops in India. However, conditions improved after mid-November, leading to a recovery in sowing activities. Cropping Seasons in India Overview of...

Stone Crushing Industry Impact on Human Health and Agriculture Output

What is a Stone Crushing Industry? The stone crushing industry involves the extraction, processing, and production of crushed stone, gravel, and other aggregate materials used primarily in construction and infrastructure projects. This sector forms a critical part of the construction...

Earthquakes in India, Types, Zones, Causes and Impacts

5.3-Magnitude Earthquake in Telangana According to the National Centre for Seismology, A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck Telangana's Mulugu district, originating 40 km below the ground in the Eturnagaram forest area. The earthquake occurred at 7:27 AM, prompting panic among residents. Read...

Silica Mining, Types and Applications

About Silica Silica or silicon dioxide (SiO₂), is a naturally occurring mineral found in quartz, sand, and other rocks. Silicon( 27.7%) and Oxygen(46.6%) are the earth's two most abundant elements of earth’s crust and together they make Types Crystalline Silica:...

Vadhavan Port will be a Game Changer for India

In a significant move aimed at bolstering infrastructure and renewable energy sectors, the Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved two key projects: the Vadhavan Port project in Maharashtra and a viability gap funding (VGF)...

World’s Biggest GOLD Reserves Discovered in China

China Discovered World's Biggest GOLD Reserves China’s discovery of a 1,000-metric ton gold reserve in Hunan Province has global ramifications. This $83 billion discovery not only solidifies China's dominance in the global gold market but also emphasizes the strategic importance...

13th National Seed Congress 2024

On the 2nd day of the National Seed Congress (NSC), experts, scientists and industry representatives urged the government to modernize the Seeds Bill of 2004 and the Seeds Policy of 2002. 13th National Seed Congress 2024 It is a 3...

Vizhinjam International Seaport Project in Kerala, Phases, Benefits

The Vizhinjam International Seaport is expected to be commissioned in December 2024. Vizhinjam International Seaport It is India’s first deepwater transshipment port located in Vizhinjam (near Thiruvananthapuram), Kerala. Deepwater Port: Manmade structures that are used as ports or terminals to...

Pennaiyar River Dispute

Pennaiyar River Pennaiyar River is also known as Thenpannai. Origin: Eastern slope of Nandidurg Mountain (Chennakaseva Hills), Karnataka. It flows through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. 77% drainage basin of the river lies in Tamil Nadu. Tributaries: Markandanadhi, Kambainallur, Pambar, Vaniyar,...