Current Affair Category: Geography

 Why in News ? The Dongria Kondh tribal people of Odisha are as assertive in demonstrating their identity as they famously were in protecting the Niyamgiri Hills from mining giant Vedanta. In the Niyamgiri Hills of Odisha, the indigenous tribe of Dongria Kondh lives in quiet harmony with nature, preserving ancient traditions, worshipping mountain spirits […]

Why in News? The Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP), one of the world’s largest irrigation projects on the Godavari River in Telangana, India, aimed to irrigate millions of acres and provide drinking water but has faced significant setbacks. Relevance : UPSC Pre & Mains Prelims : Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP)  & other important irrigation […]

Why in News? The U.S. and Ukraine signed a critical minerals and natural resources agreement on May 1, 2025, after months of tense negotiations. Relevance :  UPSC Pre & Mains Prelims: REE/Their uses/distributions Mains : GS Paper 1 (Geography) / GS Paper 3 (Technology and Economy), particularly concerning national security and self-reliance.  Key Points of deal […]

Why in News ?  The Cosmologists has recently  studied how matter clumps together in the universe post-Big Bang, forming galaxies, clusters, and cosmic structures. The concept of “clumpiness” is quantified using a parameter called Sigma 8 (S8), which measures the amplitude of matter fluctuations on scales of 26 million light-years. Relevance : Prelims : Sigma […]

Why in News? India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan, as announced on April 23, 2025, following a terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 people. The decision was made by India’s Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) in response to “cross-border linkages” to the attack, marking a significant escalation […]

Why in News ?The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet approved a new scheme for the development of buffer zones in the State’s nine tiger reserves, focusing on ecological and wildlife conservation efforts. Relvance for UPSC Pre & Mains: Prelims :  Buffer Zone/Core Zone etc Mains : GS 3/ Wild life conservation/Biodiversity Key Points: Approval of Buffer Zone […]

Why in News? The serene Baisaran Valley in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, often called “mini Switzerland” for its scenic meadows, was devastated by a terrorist attack that killed 26 people, including tourists, a Navy officer, and foreign nationals. The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), claimed responsibility. This article explores TRF’s origins, […]

Why in News?  Operation Brahma is in the news due to India’s swift humanitarian response to a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand on March 28, 2025, causing widespread destruction. This operation showcases India’s commitment as a “First Responder” in the region, delivering critical aid to Myanmar. Key Points of Operation Brahma: Launch […]

Why in News ?  Pondy Marina is a vibrant beachfront promenade located in Puducherry (formerly Pondicherry), a Union Territory of India. It is a recent addition to Puducherry’s tourist attractions and has quickly gained popularity as a leisure and cultural hub for locals and visitors alike. Key Features of Pondy Marina: Location: Situated along the […]

Why in News? The 6 civil society organizations (CSOs) of Kuki Zo community have warned to the Meitei community against climbing hills ( Thangjing Hill) across a buffer zone during the annual Cheiraoba festival. Importance for UPSC Prelims & Mains: Prelims Qns  can be asked  fron diffrernt communities & their festivals/  like Kuki-Zo /Meitei / […]