Source: IE Subject: Species in News Context: Scientists have detected cetacean morbillivirus in Arctic waters for the first time by using drones to collect whale breath (blow) samples, a non-invasive technique. About Cetacean morbillivirus: What it is? Cetacean morbillivirus is a highly infectious viral disease affecting marine mammals such as whales, dolphins, porpoises, and pilot …
Source: DTE Subject: Mapping Context: A new Nature Scientific Reports study found that falling water levels in East Africa’s Lake Turkana over the past 6,000 years accelerated earthquake activity. About Lake Turkana: What it is? Lake Turkana is the world’s largest permanent desert lake and the fourth-largest of Africa’s Great Rift Valley lakes, known for …
Source: DH Context: A new study shows El Niño raises the probability of extreme daily rainfall across central India by nearly 50%, even though it suppresses overall monsoon rainfall, raising fresh concerns about flood hazards and climate resilience planning. About El Niño: What It Is? El Niño is the warm phase of the El Niño–Southern …
Syllabus: Water Source: DTE Context: India is grappling with a severe water crisis exacerbated by rising temperatures, with 2024 being the hottest year since 1901, intensifying heatwaves and widening the water gap. What is Water Gap? The water gap refers to the difference between renewable water availability and water consumption in a specific region, indicating …
Syllabus: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country Source: TH Context: India’s wheat production faces severe risks due to climate change, with February 2025 recorded as the hottest in 124 years. Rising temperatures during critical growth stages threaten yield, quality, and food security. What’s Happening and Why? Record-Breaking Temperatures: February 2025 was …
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Source: TOI Context: The Climate Risk Index (CRI) 2025 was released, highlighting the increasing global impact of extreme weather events and the need for stronger climate action. India ranked sixth among the most affected countries (1993-2022) due to extreme weather events, despite improving its short-term ranking to 49th in 2022. About Climate Risk Index (CRI) …
Context: A recent study revealed that 110 glaciers in Arunachal Pradesh’s eastern Himalayas have disappeared over 32 years (1988-2020), with glacial cover shrinking by 309.85 sq. km. About Glacier Meltdown: What is Glacier Meltdown? Glacial retreat occurs when glaciers melt faster than the accumulation of new ice and snow, leading to reduced ice cover and …
Source: IT Context: Cyclone Chido, a super cyclone with winds exceeding 200 km/h, struck Mayotte, a French overseas territory in the Indian Ocean, causing unprecedented destruction. About Cyclone Chido: Origin: Developed over the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, intensifying rapidly due to rising sea surface temperatures. Classification: A super cyclone with sustained wind speeds …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: IE Context: The African Penguin, or Cape Penguin, is now “Endangered” per the IUCN, with under 10,000 breeding pairs, mostly in South Africa. Conservationists warn of possible extinction in the wild by 2035. About African Penguin: Scientific Name: Spheniscus demersus. Endemic Region: Southern Africa; primarily South Africa and Namibia. Habitat: Found within 40 km …
Source: TOI Context: Scientists have uncovered the largest coral colony on Earth in the Solomon Islands, offering insights into marine ecosystems’ resilience and the threats posed by climate change. New Discovery of Coral Colony: Location: Solomon Islands, Southwest Pacific Ocean. Region and Depth: Found 42 feet underwater, near the Macquarie Ridge. Size and Structure: Measures …
