Diatom
A new genus of freshwater diatom named Indiconema was recently discovered in the Eastern and Western Ghats of India. About
Heat Index (HI)
Recently, the Heat Index reached 50°C in Delhi and might touch 56°C. About Heat Index: Color codes used for HI:
Dust storm: How it forms and its impact on daily life
Dust storm has recently hit Delhi, with strong winds and light rain. About the Dust storm: Ref: Source UPSC IAS
Catatumbo lightning
Lake Maracaibo of Venezuela, the most lightning-struck location on Earth, frequently experiences “Catatumbo lightning”. About the Catatumbo lightning: Impacts of
Eta Aquarid meteor shower
Eta Aquarid meteor shower was recently observed. About the Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower: Ref: Source UPSC IAS Preparation Resources Current
Space weather
Space weather, influenced by solar phenomena, has raised concerns about the vulnerability of LEO satellites, exemplified by the recent loss
Astronomical Grand Cycles
Researchers recently uncovered 2.4 million-year Astronomical Grand cycles that cause shifts in energy levels of deep-sea currents and established its
Taeniogonalos deepaki
Entomologists have recently discovered a new species of wasp, “Taeniogonalos deepaki,” in Belgaum, within the Western Ghat region in Karnataka,
Dry Ice
Recently, In a Café, a waiter mistakenly served dry ice instead of mouth freshener to five diners, resulting in their
Cavum Clouds
NASA’s Terra satellite recently captured images of Cavum Clouds above the Gulf of Mexico and off the coast of Florida.