Climate Change and the Shifting Patterns of Western Disturbances in India
Western Disturbances are critical weather systems that shape the winter climate of northern India. Traditionally limited to the colder months, they br…
Geography
Monsoon Forecasting in India: Evolution, Significance, Limitations
In April 2025, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast an above normal monsoon (June–September) with rainfall expected at 105% of the lon…
India’s Deep Ocean Mission Explained: Goals, Technology, and Challenges
With India recently completing the wet testing of its Matsya-6000 submersible, a breakthrough in deep-ocean exploration, the nation is gearing up to …
Spring Equinox 2025: A Celestial Celebration of Balance and Renewal
The Spring Equinox, also known as the Vernal Equinox, is a fascinating celestial event that occurs every year around March 20–21. In 2025, it falls …
La Niña Conditions Confirmed in 2025
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Mount Ibu Eruption
Mount Ibu in North Maluku, Indonesia, erupted recently, releasing ash clouds up to 3 km high. Authorities issued an orange-level Volcano Observatory Notice for Aviation…
Ancient Ice Core Discovered in Antarctica
Scientists have drilled a 1.2-million-year-old ice core from Little Dome C in Antarctica, advancing climate research. Extracted at a depth of 2.8 km, this core…
Polar Vortex and Winter Storms
The polar vortex, a mass of cold air from the Arctic, has expanded southward, causing severe winter storms in the United States. Affecting over 60…
Uttarakhand’s Action Plan for Glacial Lakes
The Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority (USDMA) is developing a comprehensive plan to monitor and mitigate risks associated with glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs). The…
