UPSC GS 1 Glacial Lakes News: The expanding glacial lakes in the Himalayas are a matter of serious concern and the National Disaster Management Authority or NDMA has finalised a list of 189 “potentially dangerous” lakes. Definition: A glacial lake is a body of water that originates from a glacier, typically forming at the foot […]
UPSC GS 1 Sone River News: The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) recently rescued 26 villagers stranded in flood waters of Sone River in Jharkhand’s Garhwa district. About the Sone River The Sone River is a significant southern tributary of the Ganges (Ganga) River, following the Yamuna River. It plays a vital role in the
UPSC GS 1 Brahmani River News: Residents of low-lying areas in Rourkela city are afraid because the Brahmani River is flooding due to continuous heavy rains in recent days. Overview The Brahmani River is a major east-flowing river in peninsular India and is also known as Dhamra in its lower reaches. Origin The river is
UPSC GS 1 Mozambique News: Import of tur dal from Mozambique to India has resumed after MEA’s intervention. Region: Mozambique is a scenic country in Southern Africa. Hemisphere: Located in both the Southern and Eastern Hemispheres Coastline: Borders the Indian Ocean to the east Capital: Maputo Adjacent Islands: Separated from Madagascar, Comoros, and Mayotte by
UPSC GS 1 Ahom Moidams News: Ahom ‘Moidam’ in Assam has been included in UNESCO World Heritage List. More on News: Moidams of Assam is the first site from the North East that has made it to the UNESCO World Heritage List under the Cultural Category. Moidams of Assam has become the 43rd property
UPSC GS 1 Death Valley News: A man was hospitalized after burning his feet on blistering sand dunes at Death Valley National Park. Location and Overview: Death Valley is a desert valley situated in the southeastern part of California, United States. It is renowned for being the lowest, hottest, and driest part of the North
UPSC GS 1 Bhil Tribe News: A large number of people from the Bhil tribe are demanding an independent ‘Bhil state’. “ Definition: Bhils are considered one of the oldest tribes in India, known for their distinct cultural and historical significance. Etymology: The name ‘Bhil’ is derived from the word villu or billu, which
UPSC GS 1 Chagos Archipelago News: India has reaffirmed its support to Mauritius on the issue of the Chagos Archipelago, with the move being appreciated by the island nation in the Indian Ocean. Location: Chagos Archipelago, island group in the central Indian Ocean, located about 1,000 miles (1,600 km) south of the southern tip of
UPSC GS 1 Brahmi Script News: The Brahmi script is the originator of all Indian scripts. Earliest Writing System: The Brahmi Script is the earliest writing system developed in India after the Indus script. All modern Indian scripts and several hundred scripts in Southeast and East Asia are derived from Brahmi except Kharosthi. Historical Context:
UPSC GS 1 Kharchi Puja News: The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi recently wished the people of Tripura, on the occasion of Kharchi Puja. Definition: Kharchi Puja, also known as the Festival of 14 Gods, is a century-old auspicious festival celebrated every year by the people of Tripura. Key Deity: People worship Chaturdasa Devata, the
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