Source: APN Context: Hawaii’s Kilauea Volcano, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, began erupting again in December 2024. About Kilauea Volcano: Location: Situated on the southeastern shore of Hawaii’s Big Island, within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Type of Volcano: An active shield volcano, characterized by its broad, sloping profile and fluid lava flows. Geographic …
Source: DH Context: The Panama Canal, a crucial global shipping route, has recently been at the centre of geopolitical tension as former U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to reclaim control over it. About Panama Canal: Location and Connection: Situated in Panama, Central America, the canal connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. History: Initial Efforts: Spanish …
Source: Phys.org Context: New research reveals that three geologic sites along the Denali Fault were once part of a single feature that united two landmasses’ millions of years ago. The study identifies three locations Clearwater Mountains, Kluane Lake, and Coast Mountains linked by 300 miles of horizontal movement, showcasing the Denali Fault’s role in plate …
Source: News on Air Context: Indian Prime Minister will visit Kuwait for a two-day trip, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in 43 years. About Kuwait: Location: Situated in West Asia at the northern tip of the Arabian Peninsula. Neighbours: Borders Iraq to the north, Saudi Arabia to the …
Source: TH Context: Sixteen Indian workers employed at Libya Cement Company in Benghazi, Libya, have alleged being held in “prison-like conditions” since protesting against contractual violations. About Libya: Location: Situated in North Africa, bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north. Capital: Tripoli. Border Nations: Egypt (east), Sudan (southeast), Chad (south), Niger (southwest), Algeria (west), …
Source: ET Context: Bangladesh faces a critical threat from Myanmar’s insurgent group, the Arakan Army, which has reportedly encroached on parts of its territory near Teknaf, heightening tensions in the region. About Arakan Army: Founded in: 2009 What it is: The Arakan Army is an ethno-nationalist armed organization and the military wing of the United …
Source: HT Context: A massive earthquake of magnitude 7.3 struck Vanuatu, an island nation in the South Pacific, causing significant damage and potential casualties. About Vanuatu: Location: Vanuatu is located in the South Pacific Ocean. East of Australia, west of Fiji, and southeast of the Solomon Islands. Capital: Port Vila, situated on the island of …
Source: TH Context: A group of 47 migrant workers from Jharkhand stranded in Cameroon due to unpaid wages have received partial payment after intervention by Chief Minister of Jharkhand. About Cameroon: Location: Cameroon is situated at the junction of western and central Africa. Capital: Yaoundé, located in the south-central region. Bordering Nations: Nigeria, Chad, Central …
Source: TH Context: Kazakhstan’s state-owned energy company, KazMunayGas, recently announced the cleanup of significant Soviet-era oil waste along the Caspian Sea, highlighting the environmental challenges faced by this body of water. About Caspian Sea: Location: The Caspian Sea is situated between Asia and Europe. Neighbouring Nations: Russia Azerbaijan Kazakhstan Turkmenistan Iran Major Rivers: The Caspian Sea …
Source: IE Context: The infamous Saydnaya Military Prison near Damascus, often referred to as the “human slaughterhouse,” became a site of unimaginable atrocities under Bashar al-Assad’s regime. About Saydnaya Military Prison: Location: Near Damascus, Syria, infamous for severe human rights violations. Death Toll: Amnesty International estimates 13,000 deaths (2011–2015); Syrian Observatory for Human Rights estimates …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10 December 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: DTE Context: The Hindon River, once vital for communities in Western Uttar Pradesh, is now a toxic stretch due to unchecked industrial and domestic waste. Its pollution has caused severe health and environmental challenges, leading to its declaration as a “dead river” by the CPCB. About Hindon River: Source: Lower Shivalik ranges, Saharanpur District, …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 9 December 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: TH Context: Cyclone Fengal brought unprecedented rainfall to Tamil Nadu’s Pennaiyar river basin, resulting in heavy inflows into the Sathanur Dam, which was already at 95% capacity. About Sathanur Dam: Location: Built across the Pennaiyar River in Thandarampet taluk, Tamil Nadu, near Tiruvannamalai. Inauguration: Constructed in 1958. Significance: Third-largest dam in Tamil Nadu after …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 December 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: DD News Context: In November 2024, an unidentified disease with flu-like symptoms claimed 143 lives in the Kwango province of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). About the Democratic Republic of Congo: Location: Central sub-Saharan Africa, within the Congo Basin. Capital: Kinshasa Neighbouring Countries: Borders Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Uganda, …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24 October 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: TOI Context: Israel has advised its citizens to swiftly leave tourist regions in Sri Lanka, specifically the Arugam Bay area, due to a potential terrorist threat. About Arugam Bay: Location: Arugam Bay, also known as “Arugam Kudah,” is located on Sri Lanka’s southeast coast, within the Batticaloa Territory. Historical significance: It is part of …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23 October 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: TOI Context: With a severe cyclonic storm predicted to hit Bhubaneswar, Odisha, the Nandankanan Zoological Park has initiated extensive preparations to ensure the safety and well-being of the animals. About Nandankanan Zoological Park: Location: Situated near Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Inauguration: Opened in 1960. Global recognition: First zoo in India to become a member of the …
