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Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDisaster and Disaster Management
23 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: HEATWAVE FORECASTING AND EARLY WARNING SYSTEMS AT THE DISTRICT LEVEL

IMD and NDMA bolster district-level heatwave forecasting and early warning systems, disseminating impact-based alerts to mitigate risks nationwide.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDisaster and Disaster Management
23 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: Earthquake Risk in Kangra-Chamba-Dharamsala Belt

Lok Sabha informed: Kangra-Chamba-Dharamshala, a Seismic Zone V region, faces high earthquake risk; government intensifies monitoring and preparedness.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Jul, 2026

Provide feedback on Aravallis: SC panel opens 21-day window for inputs, Pg4

Supreme Court panel opens 21-day window for public input on Aravalli Hills' controversial 100-meter protection definition, aiming to resolve ecological ambiguities.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
22 Jul, 2026

India’s rarest heron faces a silent end as new dam ignores its home, Pg II

India's rarest white-bellied heron faces silent extinction as 1,200-MW Lohit River dam project proceeds despite flawed EIA and local opposition.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyConservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Jul, 2026

Five new species of Allographa discovered in the Western Ghats

Five new *Allographa* lichen species, vital forest health indicators, discovered in India's biodiversity-rich Western Ghats, aiding conservation and environmental monitoring.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
22 Jul, 2026

ASSESSMENT OF RARE EARTH PERMANENT MANAGEMENT SCHEME

Cabinet approves Rs 7,280 crore scheme to boost domestic Rare Earth Permanent Magnet manufacturing, addressing 8220 MTPA demand by 2030.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaHealth Sector
16 Jul, 2026

People losing sleep in big cities due to high night-time temperatures: Study, Pg9

Climate change-induced night temperatures cause significant sleep loss in major Indian cities; Chennai residents lose 93 hours annually, impacting health and productivity.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceBuffer Stocks and Food Security
16 Jul, 2026

Ukraine vows to protect exports as Russia targets Black Sea ports, Pg14

Ukraine pledges to protect 37 million tons of grain exports from Russian Black Sea port attacks, crucial for global food security.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
16 Jul, 2026

Iran threatens regional oil blockade over U.S. actions, Pg1

Iran threatens to halt all West Asian oil exports via the critical Strait of Hormuz, escalating US tensions after renewed strikes, pushing Brent crude above $85.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
16 Jul, 2026

China’s ’Great Green Wall’ tames desert growth, but fight not over, Pg2

China's decades-long 'Great Green Wall' program significantly tames desert expansion, reducing desertified land by 10% since 2000, yet continued commitment remains vital.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaAchievements of Indians in Science and Technology
16 Jul, 2026

Plant of yielding the fragrant kewra is older than human civilization & predates Himalaya formation

Ancient Kevda plant fossils discovered in Assam reveal 24-million-year survival, predating Himalayas, showcasing India's role as a biodiversity refuge.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
14 Jul, 2026

For Iran, Hormuz is the key to deterrence and dominance in Persian Gulf, Pg14

Strait of Hormuz becomes flashpoint as US-Iran MoU collapses, escalating conflict and threatening global oil supply amid stalled nuclear talks.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations
13 Jul, 2026

Chinese geologists question safety of Brahmaputra dam near India, Pg16

Chinese geologists warn active Paizhen Fault threatens structural stability of world's largest Brahmaputra dam, raising India's transboundary safety concerns.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsScience and Technology in Everyday Life
13 Jul, 2026

Why has China banned helium exports?, Pg10

China abruptly bans helium exports, triggering global supply chain concerns for critical tech, medical, and aerospace industries amidst escalating geopolitical tensions.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsDisaster and Disaster Management
13 Jul, 2026

A.P. and the next El Niño challenge, Pg9

Andhra Pradesh braces for severe El Niño impact, facing extreme heatwaves and monsoon deficit, testing disaster preparedness and agricultural resilience.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
13 Jul, 2026

Price of water is not about economics, but justice, Pg8

India's water crisis deepens: Experts advocate rational tariffs and full-cost accounting by ULBs to ensure water justice and promote greywater reuse.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
12 Jul, 2026

Dams make rivers warmer downstream: satellite data, Pg13

Satellite data reveals 71% of large US dams significantly warm downstream rivers for 20km, disrupting aquatic ecosystems and critical fish spawning.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesScience and Technology in Everyday Life
12 Jul, 2026

One-fourth of India’s monsoon rain evaporates mid-air, says new study, Pg11

Groundbreaking IITM study reveals 25% of Western Ghats monsoon rain evaporates mid-air, crucial for refining climate models and monsoon prediction.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna
11 Jul, 2026

El Niño strengthens, could develop into strongest since 1950, says US agency, Pg15

US agency warns El Niño could become strongest since 1950, with 81% chance of 'very strong' event, threatening India's monsoon.

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