Gaza Faces Hypothermia Crisis Amid Ongoing Conflict

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has intensified due to severe cold weather. In just one week, six infants have succumbed to hypothermia. The ongoing conflict has restricted access to essential winter aid and medical support. Over 45,500 lives have been ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Water Surges in Rajasthan’s Desert Town

On December 28, 2023, a surprising event unfolded in Mohangarh, Rajasthan. During a tubewell drilling operation, water unexpectedly gushed from the ground, prompting speculation about the ancient Saraswati River’s resurgence. However, experts clarified that this phenomenon was likely due to ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Bhopal Toxic Waste Disposal Begins in Pithampur

A step has been taken to remove hazardous waste from the former Union Carbide factory in Bhopal. This action follows a stern directive from the Madhya Pradesh High Court, which urged authorities to act swiftly to clear the site. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Uttrakhand Forest Department Establishes Mahabharata Vatika

The Uttarakhand Forest Department has established two gardens in Haldwani, showcasing plant species referenced in ancient Indian epics. These gardens, named Ramayana Vatika and Mahabharata Vatika, aim to highlight the ecological wisdom embedded in these texts. Mahabharata Vatika Overview Mahabharata ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

NMCG Approves Key Ganga Conservation Projects

The 59th Executive Committee meeting of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has recently taken place. Chaired by Shri Rajeev Kumar Mital, this meeting focused on approving vital projects aimed at the conservation and rejuvenation of the Ganga River. ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Groundwater Resource Assessment Report 2024

The Dynamic Ground Water Resource Assessment Report for 2024 was released by the Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri CR Patil. This report, prepared by the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) and States/UTs, provides crucial data for stakeholders to make ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

November 2024 – Record Warmth in India

November 2024 marked climatic event for India, as it became the second warmest November in 123 years. The average maximum temperature reached 29.37ºC, exceeding the normal by 0.62ºC. This unusual warmth has raised concerns about food security and ecological stability. ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

2024 – A Year of Climate Crisis: UN Report

The United Nations has reported extreme weather patterns and record-breaking heat, urging immediate global action to avert disaster. Greenhouse gas emissions have reached alarming highs, contributing to a worrying trend of escalating temperatures. Extreme Weather Events 2024 has seen severe ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Stellaria bengalensis: New Plant Species Discovered in West Bengal

Recently, researchers identified a new plant species named Stellaria bengalensis in Kalimpong district, West Bengal, which adds to the biodiversity of the region and marks the ongoing exploration of India’s flora. Discovery Details The plant was discovered by Arya S. ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Denmark Strait Cataract: The World’s Tallest and Largest Underwater Waterfall

Deep beneath the Arctic waters lies the Denmark Strait cataract, the world’s largest waterfall, 11,500 feet in height, and is located between Greenland and Iceland. This underwater phenomenon is crucial for Earth’s climate and oceanic systems, yet it remains completely ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs