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First BIMSTEC-India Marine Research Network (BIMReN) Conference

Source:  DD News Context: Kochi hosted the First BIMSTEC-India Marine Research Network (BIMReN) Conference from November 4–6, 2025, marking a major milestone in advancing regional blue economy cooperation and marine research collaboration among Bay of Bengal nations. About First BIMSTEC-India Marine Research Network (BIMReN) Conference: What it is? A biennial regional platform under the BIMSTEC …

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Describe the role of sea-surface temperature and latent heat in sustaining cyclones. Examine how climate change is altering cyclone characteristics in the North Indian Ocean.

Topic: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone. Q1. Describe the role of sea-surface temperature and latent heat in sustaining cyclones. Examine how climate change is altering cyclone characteristics in the North Indian Ocean. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question: The recent Cyclone Montha and rising ocean temperatures …

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WMO’s State of the Climate in Asia 2024 Report

Syllabus: Environment Source:  WMO Context: India’s eastern and western coastal regions are witnessing faster sea level rise than the global average, according to WMO’s State of the Climate in Asia 2024 report, posing an increasing threat to livelihoods and infrastructure. Summary WMO’s State of the Climate in Asia 2024 Report: Key Trends in India: Sea …

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