Current Affair Category: Geography

Ol Doinyo Lengai, which means “Mountain of God” in the Maasai language, is an active volcano located in the Gregory Rift, south of Lake Natron in Tanzania. It is part of the East African Rift System, which is a tectonic plate boundary that stretches across East Africa. Key Characteristics Type: Ol Doinyo Lengai is a […]

Why in News?  The Union government  has introduced the Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill 2024 in the Lok Sabha, proposing key changes to the existing Disaster Management Act of 2005, including a new authority for cities. Key Provisions of the Bill : It seeks to make provision for a “State Disaster Response Force” by the State […]

A “category storm” typically refers to the classification of tropical cyclones, such as hurricanes, typhoons, or cyclones, based on their intensity. The most widely recognized classification system is the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, which categorizes hurricanes into five categories based on their sustained wind speeds. Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale Category 1 (74-95 mph or 119-153 […]

 Why in News ? Barely two weeks after Cyclone Hidaya struck the East African coastline, Cyclone Laly  has recntly wreaked havoc in the region killing two people in Kenya and impacting dozens in Somalia. Cyclone Laly, which intensified from a tropical storm, unleashed strong winds, heavy rain and high waves across the West Indian Ocean […]

Why in News?  Recently, the night sky was lit up by northern lights, or aurora borealis, at Hanle village in Ladakh early . Northern lights were also witnessed in other parts of the world, including in the United States and the United Kingdom. Meanwhile, southern lights, or aurora australis, were spotted in countries such as […]

The April Month 2024 as experienced heatwaves that  was more severe than previous year. While the southern peninsular and the southeastern coast areas have been the worst affected, the northern plains are yet to experience heatwave conditions this season. The Core Heatwave Zone (CHZ) spanning central, north, and peninsular India between Gujarat and West Bengal is prone […]

Introduction: In recent times, there has been a resurgence of interest in nuclear energy as a viable solution to combat climate change. Despite significant challenges, advocates argue that nuclear power presents a clean and reliable source of electricity crucial for transitioning to a sustainable energy future. This article delves into the push for nuclear energy […]

Introduction: India has recently made a significant move by applying to the International Seabed Authority (ISBA) for exploration rights in the Indian Ocean seabed, particularly targeting the Afanasy Nikitin Seamount (AN Seamount), which is renowned for its cobalt-rich crust. This article delves into the characteristics of the AN Seamount and the broader significance of seamounts […]

Introduction: Global attention has recently turned towards nuclear energy as a potential solution to both energy demands and climate change mitigation. Despite persistent challenges, advocates argue that nuclear power holds promise for addressing the urgent need for clean energy transition. A pivotal moment in this discourse was marked by the Nuclear Energy Summit in Brussels, […]

Introduction: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) recently released its annual State of the Climate report, highlighting alarming trends in various indicators of the Earth’s health. This report serves as a critical tool in comprehending the severity of climate change and its impact on our planet. Let’s delve into six key figures from the report that […]