Polar Coupled Analysis and Prediction for Services (PCAPS)
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has recently launched Polar Coupled Analysis and Prediction for Services (PCAPS) to address the challenges
Atmospheric rivers (AR)
Recent studies have highlighted that the phenomenon known as “rivers in the sky,” or atmospheric rivers (ARs), is becoming increasingly
World Craft City (WCC)
Srinagar was designated as a World Craft City by the World Crafts Council (WCC), which highlights the region’s rich craft
Methanotrophs
Indian scientists have recently isolated and described India’s first indigenous methanotrophs, including a novel genus and species named Methylocucumis oryzae.
Global methane emissions rising at fastest rate in decades
A new study reveals that global methane emissions have surged since 2006, with a significant spike since 2020. Key highlights
Urban Flooding: Causes, Effects, and Prevention Strategies
The tragic accident at an IAS coaching centre in New Delhi, where urban flooding led to the death of three
What is the Great Nicobar Project?
Table of Content About Great Nicobar: Ecology: About the Great Nicobar Project: Details about each project: Significance of the project:
Siang River (Yarlung Tsangpo) | UPSC
Two anti-mega dam activists from Arunachal Pradesh were detained for opposition against the Upper Siang Hydropower Project on the Siang
Cloudburst
A cloudburst recently occurred in Arunachal Pradesh’s Itanagar, causing a flood-like situation. About Cloudbursts: UPSC IAS Preparation Resources Current Affairs
Gas Flaring
World Bank’s “Global Gas Flaring Tracker Report“: Recently released by the World Bank in collaboration with the Global Flaring and