Current Affair Category: Geography

Why in news? Parliament passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill on August 13, 2026. This legislation amends the principal Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, with the primary objective of creating greater uniformity, clarity, and predictability in mineral taxation and regulatory policies across the country. Key Provisions: Restriction on […]

Why in News?: A recent study examined several glaciers in the Zanskar Himalaya of Ladakh over a multi-decade period, finding that glaciers are moving more slowly than about three decades ago due to climate-driven thinning. Glaciers of Zanskar: Climate Change and Glacier Slowdown Why in News?: A recent study examined twelve glaciers in the Zanskar […]

Why in news?: Observed annually on 7 August, National Handloom Day celebrates India’s rich weaving heritage, commemorating the launch of the Swadeshi Movement in 1905. The 2026 observance honors 35.22 lakh weavers and allied workers (over 72% of whom are women) while highlighting the sector’s evolution through contemporary design, digital platforms, and global market expansion. […]

Why in News? Following the devastating Wayanad landslides two years ago, exceptionally heavy rainfall triggered fresh landslides, mudslides, and flooding across parts of Kerala, killing at least six people and leaving several others missing. Key Points from the Article: IMD Warning & Monsoon Drivers: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported widespread rainfall driven by an […]

Topic: Water Governance & Sustainable Resource Management Context: India’s urban water crisis, pricing paradox, and the need for a circular water economy. 1. The Core Problem: The Pricing Paradox: The Disconnect: Urban water tariffs in India are determined by political feasibility rather than the actual cost of abstraction, treatment, storage, and distribution. The “Freshwater vs. […]

1. The Core Issue: Recurring Vulnerability: Frequent, catastrophic landslides (e.g., Wayanad 2024) highlight a critical lack of robust, localized early warning mechanisms in India. Spatial Limitation: Landslides are highly localized phenomena. Existing site-specific sensor-based systems often fail to provide information about adjacent slopes, creating gaps in comprehensive risk management. Data Resolution Constraints: Current probabilistic forecasting […]

Why in News? The project is a proposed water infrastructure initiative aimed at increasing the drinking water supply for Chennai. Protest: Coastal communities and activists are opposing the project, arguing that it will destroy the Nemmeli-Kovalam tidal salt marsh, a vital ecological buffer. Budget and Scale: The project is estimated to cost approximately 342.6 crore […]

Overview A study published in Scientific Reports highlights that climate change is causing a significant decline in bovine milk production in India, particularly within the trans-Gangetic plains (Haryana). As the world’s largest milk producer, this trend poses a critical risk to national food security and the livelihoods of 80 million smallholder farmers. Key Mechanisms of […]

      India is facing a severe water challenge, characterized by high demand, seasonal availability, and management inefficiencies. Although India is home to approximately 18 percent of the world’s population, it possesses only about 4 percent of the world’s freshwater resources. Key Facts on Water Availability : High Water Stress: India is recognized as […]

Why in News? The HKH Monsoon Outlook 2026, published by ICIMOD and China’s Institute of Atmospheric Physics, forecasts below-normal rainfall and above-normal temperatures for the upcoming season, largely driven by El Niño patterns. This creates a dual crisis: the potential for agricultural drought coupled with heightened risks of sudden, extreme weather disasters. Key Points: Water […]