Overview of Terai
Context: In a first, a tiger was spotted in the Shaukiyathal forest near Jageshwar Dham, Almora, at an elevation of over 6,000 feet in the Terai region of Uttarakhand. Relevance: GS I: Geography Overview of Terai: Geographical Location: Terai, also known as Tarai, is a lowland belt situated along the Nepal-India border, running parallel to the […]
India’s Extreme Rainfall ‘Corridor
Context: The characteristics of the Indian monsoon, such as its onset, withdrawal, active and break periods, and the presence of low-pressure systems are widely recognized. Global warming has impacted every aspect of the monsoon, leading to a consistent decline in total seasonal rainfall for over seven decades. Relevance: GS-1-Physical Geography Mains Question: The impact of […]
About The Mount Marapi
Context: Recently, Indonesia’s Mount Marapi in West Sumatra province erupted, spewing white-and-grey ash plumes for more than 3,000 metres (about 9,800 feet) into the air. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Mount Marapi: Pacific Ring of Fire: -Source: The Hindu
Ozone Hole Detected over Antarctica
Context: According to a recent study, published in Nature Communications, stated that the Antarctic Ozone Hole has been massive in the last four years. Relevance: GS I- Geography Dimensions of the Article: What is Ozone Layer and what are Ozone Holes? What are Ozone Holes? Ozone creation and destruction Ozone Holes Grow and Shrink Every Year: Causes […]
About The Southern Annular Mode
Context: Recently, the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) discovered that the Southern Annular Mode (SAM), an important climate pattern, plays a pivotal role in shaping sea conditions across the Indian Ocean. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Southern Annular Mode (SAM): Understanding Antarctic Oscillation Characteristics: SAM Modes: Positive SAM: Negative […]
Once-in-a-Century Floods in East Africa
Context: The U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has characterized the recent floods in Somalia and neighboring East African countries as a once-in-a-century event. The floods, triggered by torrential rainfall and influenced by climatic factors like El Niño and the Indian Ocean Dipole, have displaced hundreds of thousands of people. The impact […]
About The Leonid Meteor Shower
Context: Many skywatchers in India and around the globe are poised for a cosmic treat—the Leonid Meteor Shower, which has already been underway since November 6, is set to reach its peak in the pre-dawn hours of November 17–18, 2023. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Leonid Meteor Shower: Formation of Dust Cloud: […]
About The Mount Etna Volcano
Context: The Mount Etna volcano began erupting again on the island of Sicily, sending ash miles into the sky. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Mount Etna Eruption Characteristics Diverse Styles: Comparison with Other Volcanoes Duration of Activity: Examples: Why do volcanoes erupt? Some famous volcanoes Here are some famous volcanoes in the […]
What are Auroras?
Context: NASA recently shared an incredible picture of an aurora captured from the International Space Station. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Formation of Auroras: Carbon Dioxide Aurora: -Source: Indian express
Climate Services Report 2023
Context: Recently, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) released Climate Services report 2023. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Report Findings on Climate-Health Integration World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) History: Headquarters and Membership: Governance Structure: The governance structure of WMO comprises several key bodies responsible for policy-making, decision-making, and the day-to-day operations of the organization: […]