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Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Science and Technology in Everyday Life Disaster and Disaster Management

Wayanad set to get advanced X-band weather radar, Pg7

Wayanad to get advanced X-band weather radar by December, enhancing extreme weather forecasts and early warning systems after devastating landslides.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Science and Technology in Everyday Life Disaster and Disaster Management

7 Aug, 2026

Wayanad set to get advanced X-band weather radar, Pg7

Wayanad to get advanced X-band weather radar by December, enhancing extreme weather forecasts and early warning systems after devastating landslides.

7 Aug, 2026

Location Factors for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Industries Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers

Government Highlights Rapid Expansion of Data Centre Capacity to Support India's Growing Digital and AI Infrastructure

India's data center capacity surges to 1,575 MW, driven by AI and digital growth, with advanced cooling technologies improving water efficiency.

Location Factors for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Industries Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers

7 Aug, 2026

Government Highlights Rapid Expansion of Data Centre Capacity to Support India's Growing Digital and AI Infrastructure

India's data center capacity surges to 1,575 MW, driven by AI and digital growth, with advanced cooling technologies improving water efficiency.

7 Aug, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

Silt in rivers to urbanisation: Behind Kerala's worsening floods, Pg12

Kerala's worsening floods are attributed to human-made factors like river siltation, rapid urbanisation, and wetland disappearance, exacerbating disaster impact.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

6 Aug, 2026

Silt in rivers to urbanisation: Behind Kerala's worsening floods, Pg12

Kerala's worsening floods are attributed to human-made factors like river siltation, rapid urbanisation, and wetland disappearance, exacerbating disaster impact.

6 Aug, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

New Hormuz route agreed, to be managed jointly with Oman: Iran, Pg14

Iran and Oman agree on new Strait of Hormuz shipping route, jointly managing the strategic global energy passage amidst US threats.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

6 Aug, 2026

New Hormuz route agreed, to be managed jointly with Oman: Iran, Pg14

Iran and Oman agree on new Strait of Hormuz shipping route, jointly managing the strategic global energy passage amidst US threats.

6 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Meghalaya launches mission to protect clouded leopards, Pg12

Meghalaya launches ambitious 'Mission Clouded Leopard' to protect its state animal, focusing on habitat restoration, scientific research, and community participation.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

6 Aug, 2026

Meghalaya launches mission to protect clouded leopards, Pg12

Meghalaya launches ambitious 'Mission Clouded Leopard' to protect its state animal, focusing on habitat restoration, scientific research, and community participation.

6 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

The road ahead for the Asiatic lion, Pg8

Proposed limestone mining threatens crucial Asiatic lion habitat and movement corridors in Gujarat, jeopardizing decades of conservation success and raising concerns about the species' future.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

6 Aug, 2026

The road ahead for the Asiatic lion, Pg8

Proposed limestone mining threatens crucial Asiatic lion habitat and movement corridors in Gujarat, jeopardizing decades of conservation success and raising concerns about the species' future.

6 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

10-km mining buffer applies to all wetland reserves: SC, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates 10-km mining buffer zone for all wetland conservation reserves nationwide, citing environmental parity and protection.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

5 Aug, 2026

10-km mining buffer applies to all wetland reserves: SC, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates 10-km mining buffer zone for all wetland conservation reserves nationwide, citing environmental parity and protection.

5 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Global Warming: Picking Speed, Pg2

New study confirms global warming is accelerating, projecting Earth to breach 1.5°C by 2030, partly due to reduced aerosol pollution.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

5 Aug, 2026

Global Warming: Picking Speed, Pg2

New study confirms global warming is accelerating, projecting Earth to breach 1.5°C by 2030, partly due to reduced aerosol pollution.

5 Aug, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development IT and Computers Disaster and Disaster Management

C-DAC and Geological Survey of India Sign Umbrella MoU to Strengthen Geoscience, Mineral Exploration and Disaster Management Through Next-Generation Technologies

C-DAC and GSI sign MoU to leverage AI, HPC for geoscience, mineral exploration, and disaster management, boosting India's resource security and self-reliance.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development IT and Computers Disaster and Disaster Management

5 Aug, 2026

C-DAC and Geological Survey of India Sign Umbrella MoU to Strengthen Geoscience, Mineral Exploration and Disaster Management Through Next-Generation Technologies

C-DAC and GSI sign MoU to leverage AI, HPC for geoscience, mineral exploration, and disaster management, boosting India's resource security and self-reliance.

5 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

On International Clouded Leopard Day, India Strengthens Conservation Through Dedicated Conservation Action Plan For The Wild Cat

India launches comprehensive Clouded Leopard Conservation Action Plan, integrating scientific monitoring, community participation, and technology for habitat protection in Northeast India.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

5 Aug, 2026

On International Clouded Leopard Day, India Strengthens Conservation Through Dedicated Conservation Action Plan For The Wild Cat

India launches comprehensive Clouded Leopard Conservation Action Plan, integrating scientific monitoring, community participation, and technology for habitat protection in Northeast India.

5 Aug, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

Climate whiplash, fire clouds: The factors fuelling Europe's massive wildfires, Pg9

Europe's massive wildfires intensify due to climate change, extreme weather events like 'climate whiplash,' and changing land use patterns, causing significant environmental and economic damage.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

4 Aug, 2026

Climate whiplash, fire clouds: The factors fuelling Europe's massive wildfires, Pg9

Europe's massive wildfires intensify due to climate change, extreme weather events like 'climate whiplash,' and changing land use patterns, causing significant environmental and economic damage.

4 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

Listening to rivers, learning from fires, Pg10

Climate change impacts unfold distinctly across diverse ecologies, demanding proactive governance, ecological stewardship, and localized disaster preparedness beyond mere relief efforts.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

4 Aug, 2026

Listening to rivers, learning from fires, Pg10

Climate change impacts unfold distinctly across diverse ecologies, demanding proactive governance, ecological stewardship, and localized disaster preparedness beyond mere relief efforts.

4 Aug, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

LNG Imports Rise As US, Nigeria And Oman Offset Hormuz Volume Loss, Pg1

India boosts LNG imports by 15.4% from US, Nigeria, Oman, offsetting Strait of Hormuz disruptions and West Asia war impact on energy supply.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

4 Aug, 2026

LNG Imports Rise As US, Nigeria And Oman Offset Hormuz Volume Loss, Pg1

India boosts LNG imports by 15.4% from US, Nigeria, Oman, offsetting Strait of Hormuz disruptions and West Asia war impact on energy supply.

4 Aug, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Why Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Sustainable Alternative To Mined Stones, Pg9

Lab-grown diamonds emerge as a sustainable, ethical alternative to mined stones, addressing environmental damage, conflict, and worker exploitation with advanced technology and government support.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

4 Aug, 2026

Why Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Sustainable Alternative To Mined Stones, Pg9

Lab-grown diamonds emerge as a sustainable, ethical alternative to mined stones, addressing environmental damage, conflict, and worker exploitation with advanced technology and government support.

4 Aug, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Location Factors for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Industries Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power, Pg6

India prioritizes critical minerals for strategic autonomy, addressing supply chain vulnerabilities through domestic exploration and global partnerships for clean energy.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Location Factors for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Industries Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

4 Aug, 2026

Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power, Pg6

India prioritizes critical minerals for strategic autonomy, addressing supply chain vulnerabilities through domestic exploration and global partnerships for clean energy.

4 Aug, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Samudra Manthan – National Offshore Exploration Scheme

India launches ₹84,084 crore Samudra Manthan scheme to unlock vast offshore hydrocarbon potential, targeting 600 MMTOE reserves and boosting energy self-reliance.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

4 Aug, 2026

Samudra Manthan – National Offshore Exploration Scheme

India launches ₹84,084 crore Samudra Manthan scheme to unlock vast offshore hydrocarbon potential, targeting 600 MMTOE reserves and boosting energy self-reliance.

4 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Water Management And Conservation

Government leverages advanced digital tools and schemes like Atal Bhujal Yojana, NAQUIM, and JSJB for comprehensive water management, conservation, and groundwater recharge across states.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

4 Aug, 2026

Water Management And Conservation

Government leverages advanced digital tools and schemes like Atal Bhujal Yojana, NAQUIM, and JSJB for comprehensive water management, conservation, and groundwater recharge across states.

4 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Glaw Lake Becomes Arunachal Pradesh’s First Ramsar Site; India’s Ramsar Sites Tally Reaches 101

Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh designated India's 101st Ramsar Site, marking a significant milestone for biodiversity conservation and sustainable livelihoods.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

4 Aug, 2026

Glaw Lake Becomes Arunachal Pradesh’s First Ramsar Site; India’s Ramsar Sites Tally Reaches 101

Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh designated India's 101st Ramsar Site, marking a significant milestone for biodiversity conservation and sustainable livelihoods.

4 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Translocate, Keep In Enclosures: Chhattisgarh Bid To Save Its Wild Buffaloes From Extinction, Pg9

Facing extinction, Chhattisgarh launches ambitious plan to translocate wild buffaloes from Assam, establishing enclosures and a five-point conservation strategy.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

3 Aug, 2026

Translocate, Keep In Enclosures: Chhattisgarh Bid To Save Its Wild Buffaloes From Extinction, Pg9

Facing extinction, Chhattisgarh launches ambitious plan to translocate wild buffaloes from Assam, establishing enclosures and a five-point conservation strategy.

3 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster Management

2 helicopters collide as Greece battles wildfires; Hungary shuts n-plant, Pg2

Two helicopters collide battling Greek wildfires; Hungary's nuclear plant shuts due to Danube's record low water levels amid Europe's climate-exacerbated heatwaves.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster Management

3 Aug, 2026

2 helicopters collide as Greece battles wildfires; Hungary shuts n-plant, Pg2

Two helicopters collide battling Greek wildfires; Hungary's nuclear plant shuts due to Danube's record low water levels amid Europe's climate-exacerbated heatwaves.

3 Aug, 2026

Geography

Wayanad set to get advanced X-band weather radar, Pg7

Wayanad set to get advanced X-band weather radar, Pg7

Government Highlights Rapid Expansion of Data Centre Capacity to Support India's Growing Digital and AI Infrastructure

Government Highlights Rapid Expansion of Data Centre Capacity to Support India's Growing Digital and AI Infrastructure

Silt in rivers to urbanisation: Behind Kerala's worsening floods, Pg12

Silt in rivers to urbanisation: Behind Kerala's worsening floods, Pg12

New Hormuz route agreed, to be managed jointly with Oman: Iran, Pg14

New Hormuz route agreed, to be managed jointly with Oman: Iran, Pg14

Meghalaya launches mission to protect clouded leopards, Pg12

Meghalaya launches mission to protect clouded leopards, Pg12

The road ahead for the Asiatic lion, Pg8

The road ahead for the Asiatic lion, Pg8

10-km mining buffer applies to all wetland reserves: SC, Pg12

10-km mining buffer applies to all wetland reserves: SC, Pg12

Global Warming: Picking Speed, Pg2

Global Warming: Picking Speed, Pg2

C-DAC and Geological Survey of India Sign Umbrella MoU to Strengthen Geoscience, Mineral Exploration and Disaster Management Through Next-Generation Technologies

C-DAC and Geological Survey of India Sign Umbrella MoU to Strengthen Geoscience, Mineral Exploration and Disaster Management Through Next-Generation Technologies

On International Clouded Leopard Day, India Strengthens Conservation Through Dedicated Conservation Action Plan For The Wild Cat

On International Clouded Leopard Day, India Strengthens Conservation Through Dedicated Conservation Action Plan For The Wild Cat

Climate whiplash, fire clouds: The factors fuelling Europe's massive wildfires, Pg9

Climate whiplash, fire clouds: The factors fuelling Europe's massive wildfires, Pg9

Listening to rivers, learning from fires, Pg10

Listening to rivers, learning from fires, Pg10

LNG Imports Rise As US, Nigeria And Oman Offset Hormuz Volume Loss, Pg1

LNG Imports Rise As US, Nigeria And Oman Offset Hormuz Volume Loss, Pg1

Why Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Sustainable Alternative To Mined Stones, Pg9

Why Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Sustainable Alternative To Mined Stones, Pg9

Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power, Pg6

Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power, Pg6

Samudra Manthan – National Offshore Exploration Scheme

Samudra Manthan – National Offshore Exploration Scheme

Water Management And Conservation

Water Management And Conservation

Glaw Lake Becomes Arunachal Pradesh’s First Ramsar Site; India’s Ramsar Sites Tally Reaches 101

Glaw Lake Becomes Arunachal Pradesh’s First Ramsar Site; India’s Ramsar Sites Tally Reaches 101

Translocate, Keep In Enclosures: Chhattisgarh Bid To Save Its Wild Buffaloes From Extinction, Pg9

Translocate, Keep In Enclosures: Chhattisgarh Bid To Save Its Wild Buffaloes From Extinction, Pg9

2 helicopters collide as Greece battles wildfires; Hungary shuts n-plant, Pg2

2 helicopters collide as Greece battles wildfires; Hungary shuts n-plant, Pg2

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