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Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Monsoon has covered the entire country, a day later than normal, announces IMD, Pg1

Monsoon finally covers India a day late, IMD forecasts below-normal July rainfall, impacting critical agricultural sector amidst 15% deficit.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

10 Jul, 2026

Monsoon has covered the entire country, a day later than normal, announces IMD, Pg1

Monsoon finally covers India a day late, IMD forecasts below-normal July rainfall, impacting critical agricultural sector amidst 15% deficit.

10 Jul, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Rainfall in eastern river basins down 20% since 1951: Study, Pg9

Eastern Indus river basins face 20% rainfall drop since 1951, fueling India's demand to renegotiate the Indus Waters Treaty amid climate change impacts.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

10 Jul, 2026

Rainfall in eastern river basins down 20% since 1951: Study, Pg9

Eastern Indus river basins face 20% rainfall drop since 1951, fueling India's demand to renegotiate the Indus Waters Treaty amid climate change impacts.

10 Jul, 2026

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

From Hormuz to Malacca, Delhi must draw the right lessons, Pg11

US-Iran ceasefire collapses, igniting fresh violence in Strait of Hormuz, jeopardizing global trade; India urged to assert diplomatic leadership and secure Malacca chokepoint.

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

10 Jul, 2026

From Hormuz to Malacca, Delhi must draw the right lessons, Pg11

US-Iran ceasefire collapses, igniting fresh violence in Strait of Hormuz, jeopardizing global trade; India urged to assert diplomatic leadership and secure Malacca chokepoint.

10 Jul, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

Lonavala, parts of Maharashtra report ‘exceptional’ rain, Pg12

Western Ghats, Maharashtra, records 'exceptional' rainfall, with Lonavala hitting 1,300mm and Mahabaleshwar a 24-hour record, despite El Niño forecasts.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

9 Jul, 2026

Lonavala, parts of Maharashtra report ‘exceptional’ rain, Pg12

Western Ghats, Maharashtra, records 'exceptional' rainfall, with Lonavala hitting 1,300mm and Mahabaleshwar a 24-hour record, despite El Niño forecasts.

9 Jul, 2026

Architecture Distribution of Key Natural Resources India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Missiles, minerals and port: Delhi, Jakarta seal key deals, Pg1

Delhi and Jakarta ink landmark BrahMos missile, critical minerals, and strategic Sabang Port deals, boosting Indo-Pacific ties.

Architecture Distribution of Key Natural Resources India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

8 Jul, 2026

Missiles, minerals and port: Delhi, Jakarta seal key deals, Pg1

Delhi and Jakarta ink landmark BrahMos missile, critical minerals, and strategic Sabang Port deals, boosting Indo-Pacific ties.

8 Jul, 2026

Architecture Distribution of Key Natural Resources India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Defence, critical minerals on table at India-Indonesia meeting today, Pg6

PM Modi begins three-nation tour, strengthening Act East Policy; India-Indonesia talks focus on defence, critical minerals, and maritime cooperation.

Architecture Distribution of Key Natural Resources India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

7 Jul, 2026

Defence, critical minerals on table at India-Indonesia meeting today, Pg6

PM Modi begins three-nation tour, strengthening Act East Policy; India-Indonesia talks focus on defence, critical minerals, and maritime cooperation.

7 Jul, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Cool rooms and other solutions to Europe's heatwave, Pg11

Europe battles extreme heatwaves with innovative urban planning: Paris uses river-fed district cooling, Berlin maps cool zones, and cities embrace green infrastructure.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

7 Jul, 2026

Cool rooms and other solutions to Europe's heatwave, Pg11

Europe battles extreme heatwaves with innovative urban planning: Paris uses river-fed district cooling, Berlin maps cool zones, and cities embrace green infrastructure.

7 Jul, 2026

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

Convention centre, museum: Nod sought for work at Indira Point, Pg1

Directorate seeks crucial environmental clearance for convention centre, museum at ecologically sensitive Indira Point, Great Nicobar, raising CRZ concerns for India's southernmost tip.

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

7 Jul, 2026

Convention centre, museum: Nod sought for work at Indira Point, Pg1

Directorate seeks crucial environmental clearance for convention centre, museum at ecologically sensitive Indira Point, Great Nicobar, raising CRZ concerns for India's southernmost tip.

7 Jul, 2026

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

How to absorb rain: What cities must learn, Pg10

Relentless rains submerge Mumbai, claiming lives and exposing inadequate drainage; experts demand 'Sponge City' solutions and blue-green infrastructure for urban resilience.

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

7 Jul, 2026

How to absorb rain: What cities must learn, Pg10

Relentless rains submerge Mumbai, claiming lives and exposing inadequate drainage; experts demand 'Sponge City' solutions and blue-green infrastructure for urban resilience.

7 Jul, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

‘El Nino set to dent India’s wind, hydropower output’, Pg14

El Nino threatens India's power grid, potentially forcing increased coal use and 17 million tonnes of CO2 emissions by June 2027 due to reduced wind and hydro output.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

7 Jul, 2026

‘El Nino set to dent India’s wind, hydropower output’, Pg14

El Nino threatens India's power grid, potentially forcing increased coal use and 17 million tonnes of CO2 emissions by June 2027 due to reduced wind and hydro output.

7 Jul, 2026

Inclusive Growth Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

El Niño, Iran sharpen food prices challenge, Pg12

Intensifying El Niño and monsoon deficit threaten India's food prices, risking protracted inflation and impacting kharif-rabi crops, demanding proactive government action.

Inclusive Growth Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

6 Jul, 2026

El Niño, Iran sharpen food prices challenge, Pg12

Intensifying El Niño and monsoon deficit threaten India's food prices, risking protracted inflation and impacting kharif-rabi crops, demanding proactive government action.

6 Jul, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Building water security in a rapidly drying India, Pg8

Drying India faces severe water crisis with 11 river basins stressed; experts urge climate-proofing, water reuse, micro-irrigation, and data for urgent water security.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

4 Jul, 2026

Building water security in a rapidly drying India, Pg8

Drying India faces severe water crisis with 11 river basins stressed; experts urge climate-proofing, water reuse, micro-irrigation, and data for urgent water security.

4 Jul, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

India and France to deepen cooperation in critical minerals, Pg21

India and France bolster strategic ties, agreeing to deepen cooperation in critical minerals, economic security, and high-speed rail at EFD.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

4 Jul, 2026

India and France to deepen cooperation in critical minerals, Pg21

India and France bolster strategic ties, agreeing to deepen cooperation in critical minerals, economic security, and high-speed rail at EFD.

4 Jul, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Disaster and Disaster Management

Europe must rethink how it will live with heat, Pg12

Europe confronts a new normal of extreme heat, demanding urgent infrastructure, agricultural, and societal adaptation strategies beyond emergency responses.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Disaster and Disaster Management

4 Jul, 2026

Europe must rethink how it will live with heat, Pg12

Europe confronts a new normal of extreme heat, demanding urgent infrastructure, agricultural, and societal adaptation strategies beyond emergency responses.

4 Jul, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

In the Strait of Hormuz, Iran firmly draws its red lines, Pg14

Iran firmly draws red lines in Strait of Hormuz, asserting sovereignty over the critical global chokepoint despite US pressure and ongoing negotiations.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

2 Jul, 2026

In the Strait of Hormuz, Iran firmly draws its red lines, Pg14

Iran firmly draws red lines in Strait of Hormuz, asserting sovereignty over the critical global chokepoint despite US pressure and ongoing negotiations.

2 Jul, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Disaster and Disaster Management

Below normal rain in July, current deficit 40%: IMD, Pg1

IMD warns of 'below normal' July rainfall, 40% deficit, threatening agriculture and water resources amidst 'Super El Niño' year.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Disaster and Disaster Management

1 Jul, 2026

Below normal rain in July, current deficit 40%: IMD, Pg1

IMD warns of 'below normal' July rainfall, 40% deficit, threatening agriculture and water resources amidst 'Super El Niño' year.

1 Jul, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India seeks clarity as ‘tipping points’ rock Bonn climate talks, Pg2

India challenges 'tipping points' definition at Bonn climate talks, sparking fierce debate with EU over scientific clarity and misinformation risks.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

1 Jul, 2026

India seeks clarity as ‘tipping points’ rock Bonn climate talks, Pg2

India challenges 'tipping points' definition at Bonn climate talks, sparking fierce debate with EU over scientific clarity and misinformation risks.

1 Jul, 2026

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

709 new species and 353 taxa added to fauna, flora database, Pg14

India's mega-diversity surges with 709 new animal and 353 plant species added to national database by ZSI, BSI.

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

1 Jul, 2026

709 new species and 353 taxa added to fauna, flora database, Pg14

India's mega-diversity surges with 709 new animal and 353 plant species added to national database by ZSI, BSI.

1 Jul, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government Budgeting Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Building water buffers a top priority, says FinMin report, Pg20

Finance Ministry flags India's severe water vulnerability, urges top-priority policy for water buffers amid weak monsoon, kharif sowing concerns, and calls for agricultural pricing reforms.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government Budgeting Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Buffer Stocks and Food Security

1 Jul, 2026

Building water buffers a top priority, says FinMin report, Pg20

Finance Ministry flags India's severe water vulnerability, urges top-priority policy for water buffers amid weak monsoon, kharif sowing concerns, and calls for agricultural pricing reforms.

1 Jul, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Weak rains hit reservoir storage levels, Pg21

India's monsoon weakens, pushing reservoir storage to a critical 26% capacity, raising fears for agriculture and food inflation.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

30 Jun, 2026

Weak rains hit reservoir storage levels, Pg21

India's monsoon weakens, pushing reservoir storage to a critical 26% capacity, raising fears for agriculture and food inflation.

30 Jun, 2026

Geography

Monsoon has covered the entire country, a day later than normal, announces IMD, Pg1

Monsoon has covered the entire country, a day later than normal, announces IMD, Pg1

Rainfall in eastern river basins down 20% since 1951: Study, Pg9

Rainfall in eastern river basins down 20% since 1951: Study, Pg9

From Hormuz to Malacca, Delhi must draw the right lessons, Pg11

From Hormuz to Malacca, Delhi must draw the right lessons, Pg11

Lonavala, parts of Maharashtra report ‘exceptional’ rain, Pg12

Lonavala, parts of Maharashtra report ‘exceptional’ rain, Pg12

Missiles, minerals and port: Delhi, Jakarta seal key deals, Pg1

Missiles, minerals and port: Delhi, Jakarta seal key deals, Pg1

Defence, critical minerals on table at India-Indonesia meeting today, Pg6

Defence, critical minerals on table at India-Indonesia meeting today, Pg6

Cool rooms and other solutions to Europe's heatwave, Pg11

Cool rooms and other solutions to Europe's heatwave, Pg11

Convention centre, museum: Nod sought for work at Indira Point, Pg1

Convention centre, museum: Nod sought for work at Indira Point, Pg1

How to absorb rain: What cities must learn, Pg10

How to absorb rain: What cities must learn, Pg10

‘El Nino set to dent India’s wind, hydropower output’, Pg14

‘El Nino set to dent India’s wind, hydropower output’, Pg14

El Niño, Iran sharpen food prices challenge, Pg12

El Niño, Iran sharpen food prices challenge, Pg12

Building water security in a rapidly drying India, Pg8

Building water security in a rapidly drying India, Pg8

India and France to deepen cooperation in critical minerals, Pg21

India and France to deepen cooperation in critical minerals, Pg21

Europe must rethink how it will live with heat, Pg12

Europe must rethink how it will live with heat, Pg12

In the Strait of Hormuz, Iran firmly draws its red lines, Pg14

In the Strait of Hormuz, Iran firmly draws its red lines, Pg14

Below normal rain in July, current deficit 40%: IMD, Pg1

Below normal rain in July, current deficit 40%: IMD, Pg1

India seeks clarity as ‘tipping points’ rock Bonn climate talks, Pg2

India seeks clarity as ‘tipping points’ rock Bonn climate talks, Pg2

709 new species and 353 taxa added to fauna, flora database, Pg14

709 new species and 353 taxa added to fauna, flora database, Pg14

Building water buffers a top priority, says FinMin report, Pg20

Building water buffers a top priority, says FinMin report, Pg20

Weak rains hit reservoir storage levels, Pg21

Weak rains hit reservoir storage levels, Pg21

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