Global Warming Intensifies Despite La Niña Effects
Why in News ?? Relevance GS-1 (Geography): GS-3 (Environment): Key Data and Findings (WMO Report 2025) Oceanic and Atmospheric Indicators Regional & Temporal Trends Scientific & Policy Implications Long-Term Climate Trends
Bihar’s Makhana Potential
Why in News ? Relevance GS-1 (Geography & Society): GS-3 (Economy & Agriculture): Basic Context Production and Global Standing Core Issues and Challenges Opportunities and Potential Economic and Policy Implications
How do cyclones form and how are they measured?
Why in News? Relevance What is a Cyclone? — Basic Definition Conditions Required for Cyclone Formation Stepwise Process of Cyclone Formation Structure of a Cyclone Feature Description Eye Central calm zone (20–50 km wide), lowest pressure, clear skies, sinking air. Eyewall Surrounds the eye; most intense winds & rainfall occur here. Rising convective towers dominate this zone. […]
Delhi and Cloud seeding
Why in News ? Relevance: What is Cloud Seeding Scientific Objective Process in Delhi Trial Key Scientific Challenges Scientific Assessment & Data Expert Insights Environmental and Ethical Concerns Global Perspective Way Forward
Twin Cyclonic Threats in the North Indian Ocean Region
Why in News ? Relevance: Meteorological Context Technical & Climatic Analysis Comparative Dynamics Feature Cyclone Montha (Bay of Bengal) Arabian Sea Depression Formation Date October 24, 2025 October 22, 2025 Status Severe Cyclonic Storm (SCS) Depression Wind Speed 90–110 km/hr 30–40 km/hr Landfall Forecast Near Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh) Moving towards Gujarat coast SST Influence 30–31°C […]
Number of births declines; deaths rise slightly: report
Understanding the CRS Data Relevance Births in 2023 Deaths in 2023 State-Wise Registration Timeliness Key Observations & Trends Implications for Policy Population Policy & Planning Gender Equality Health System Planning Administrative Efficiency Monitoring COVID-19 & Other Health Crises Key Takeaways
The mountains mourn
Why in News Relevance Basic Overview Human Tragedy & Social Impact Geological & Environmental Factors Economic & Livelihood Impact Humanitarian & Social Implications Broader Implications Landslide Basics Definition & Types Causes of Landslides A. Natural Causes B. Anthropogenic / Human-Induced Causes Regions Prone to Landslides in India
Snow Leopard Survey in Himachal Pradesh
Basics Relevance Survey Methodology Regional Distribution Population Insights Conservation Significance Challenges Highlighted Policy & Governance Implications Value Addition
Accidental Deaths & Natural Hazards
Basics Relevance Other Key Fatalities (2023) Regional Distribution Demographic Insights Urban–Rural Patterns Comparisons & Trends Policy & Governance Implications
What are Flying Rivers?
Context Relevance Why Flying Rivers Matter Threats to Flying Rivers Implications Scientific Findings & Warnings Solutions Suggested Broader Lessons for India & World