Geography

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Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
27 May, 2026

The global impact of Indonesia’s export policy shift, Pg8

Indonesia centralizes commodity exports under state agency, impacting global markets and raising concerns over economic control and investment risks.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
27 May, 2026

Delhi's dust pollution needs science, not seasonal optics, Pg12

Delhi grapples with severe dust pollution crisis due to El Nino-amplified heat, Indo-Gangetic Plain heating, and requires science-backed mitigation strategies.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
27 May, 2026

Energy to rare earth to Fiji port: Quad bid to counter China rise in Indo-Pacific, Pg3

Quad strengthens Indo-Pacific strategy, countering China with maritime surveillance, Fiji port enhancement, and critical minerals framework between India and US.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones
26 May, 2026

Volcano eruption in Japan, Pg7

Mount Tokachi eruption in Hokkaido buries 60 houses, suspends train service, and leaves hundreds missing, triggering widespread panic and devastation.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
26 May, 2026

Amid West Asia conflict squeeze, unravelling the real cost of India’s fertiliser imports, Pg8

India's fertiliser import bill surges to $27.2 billion amid West Asia conflict, impacting prices and rupee value.

Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyImportant Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones
25 May, 2026

Outer core: unafraid of drama, Pg2

Earth's outer core witnesses dramatic shift as molten iron flow reverses direction under Pacific Ocean, impacting magnetic field.

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

Dragonfly Down, Pg18

Dragonfly populations in Western Ghats plummet 35% due to pollution, habitat loss, and climate change impacting delicate ecosystems.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
21 May, 2026

Rising night-time heat an urgent health hazard, Pg17

India faces rising night-time temperatures, posing severe health risks, especially for low-income urban residents lacking cooling solutions.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
19 May, 2026

Iran submits fresh plan, says U.S. open to ‘waive’ sanctions, Pg1

Iran proposes 14-point plan to U.S. via Pakistan, seeking sanctions relief and Strait of Hormuz control amid tensions.

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

Minimum temperatures are rising faster than maximum, Pg7

India faces rising minimum temperatures outpacing maximums, exacerbating heat stress on humans and crops, posing significant environmental challenges.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesDisaster and Disaster Management
19 May, 2026

Waiting for the storm, Pg6

Severe pre-monsoon storms claim 111 lives in Uttar Pradesh; highlighting disaster preparedness gaps and infrastructure vulnerabilities.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesSpace Technology
19 May, 2026

How does Earth protect itself from the Sun? New mission to find out, Pg9

China and Europe collaborate on SMILE mission to capture X-ray images of Earth's magnetosphere, enhancing space weather forecasting capabilities.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
18 May, 2026

Oslo summit must mark India’s northward turn, Pg6

India-Nordic Summit in Oslo to address Arctic geopolitics, maritime security, and green energy cooperation amidst changing global dynamics.

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

Clouds of ash, Pg13

Volcanic eruptions release gases/particles, impacting Earth's atmosphere by cooling via aerosols, emitting CO2, and damaging the ozone layer.

Industrial RevolutionChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
17 May, 2026

Humans’ mercury footprint was evident millennia ago, Pg13

Greenland ice core reveals human mercury pollution started in Bronze Age, challenging current environmental models focusing on recent centuries.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
17 May, 2026

Singapore pips UAE as India's second largest export destination, Pg11

Singapore overtakes UAE as India's second-largest export destination amidst West Asia tensions and Strait of Hormuz closure.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
15 May, 2026

Behind govt ban on sugar exports: Iran war, El Niño, Pg13

Anticipating El Niño's impact and potential fertilizer shortages due to geopolitical tensions, the government prohibits sugar exports until September 2026.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesE Technology in Aid of FarmersScience and Technology in Everyday Life
14 May, 2026

What has the IMD announced ahead of this year’s monsoon?, Pg8

IMD introduces AI-powered block-level monsoon forecasts across 15 states, enhancing agricultural planning and mitigating crop losses.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaUnion State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
13 May, 2026

How India is governing its water resources, Pg7

India grapples with water governance paradox: Abundant rainfall, yet scarcity persists due to inefficient management and fragmented institutional structures.

Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyImportant Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones
12 May, 2026

From Western Disturbances to El Niño: Brief guide to climate terms this summer, Pg9

Decoding summer's climate: El Niño's monsoon threat, western disturbances' impact, and heatwave definitions explained for better understanding.

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