River Valleys The extended depression on the ground through which a stream flows throughout its course is called a river valley. At different stages of the erosional cycle, the valley acquires different profiles. Valleys start as small and narrow rills. … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Supreme Court ruled that the age restrictions under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021, cannot be applied retrospectively to couples who had frozen embryos and initiated the surrogacy process before the Act came into force. Surrogacy … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has designated Deendayal, V.O. Chidambaranar, and Paradip ports as Green Hydrogen Hubs under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. National Green Hydrogen Mission Launched in: January 2023 by the Union … Continue reading →

Why in the news? A rare burst of winter rains has triggered the “desierto florido” phenomenon in Chile’s Atacama Desert, turning one of Earth’s driest landscapes into sweeping carpets of fuchsia wildflowers visible from space. Atacama Desert Location: Lies along … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Experts suggest that La Niña may lead to a colder winter in several parts of India, especially in the northern region. It may result in cold waves and increased snowfall in hilly regions. La Nina What … Continue reading →

Why in the news? As the Right To Information (RTI) Act completes 20 years on October 12, 2025. Right to Information (RTI) Act The RTI Act came into force with effect from October 2005. RTI is an act of the … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Despite ambitious goals to restore 100 million hectares of land across Africa, the Great Green Wall project faces significant challenges in Senegal. Great Green Wall Project Launch: Launched by African Union in 2007 Supported by: UNCCD … Continue reading →