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Why in the news? Hurricane Beryl is moving towards Jamaica, prompting warnings of dangerous winds and storm surge. The storm has already caused seven fatalities and significant destruction. What is a Hurricane? A powerful tropical storm with strong winds, heavy rainfall, and low atmospheric pressure. Known as hurricanes in the Atlantic and eastern North Pacific, …
Read MoreHabitat vs Environment While habitat and environment are related concepts, they have distinct meanings. The environment encompasses the entire external surroundings of an organism, including both living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic) elements like air, water, soil, and other organisms. It represents the broader context in which life exists. On the other hand, a habitat is …
Read MoreWhy in the news? New Zealand’s government plans to introduce legislation to lift the ban on offshore petroleum exploration, aiming to stimulate investment in the country’s oil and gas sector. The proposed bill seeks to overturn the ban implemented in 2018, except for exploration in the energy-rich Taranaki region, signaling a shift in New Zealand’s …
Read MoreWhy in the news? NOAA has predicted an above-normal hurricane season over the Atlantic from June to November, with an 85% chance of increased activity. La Niña conditions, expected by August, are likely to enhance hurricane formation. Source: Sciencenotes About La- Nina: La Niña is a climate pattern characterized by cooler-than-average sea surface temperatures in …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A study by the University of Copenhagen using satellite imagery found that India lost nearly 5.8 million mature trees on farmlands from 2019 to 2022. Analysis showed 11% of trees detected in 2010-2011 were gone by 2018-2022. Focus was on large trees, indicating localised losses rather than overall tree cover decline.Significant …
Read MoreSYLLABUS: GS 2: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Focus: The recent heatwave has reminded us of the stark risks posed by climate change and highlighted the criticality of the efforts taken by the Conference of Parties (COP). Source: Economics Times The recent heatwave has starkly reminded us of the urgent need to …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Melting glaciers in Colombia’s El Cocuy National Natural Park due to severe El Niño phenomenon, revealing massive crevasses. About Glacier Melting in Colombia: Ritacuba Blanco glacier in Colombia’s El Cocuy National Natural Park, typically covered in snow, is experiencing significant melting. The melting is attributed to a severe El Niño phenomenon, …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 3 – Disaster and disaster management Why in the News? A global study conducted in 2022 analyzed 266 studies. It found that heat waves were linked to an7% rise in mortality. Among various health risks, stroke and coronary heart disease showed the highest specific risk. Climate Conditions Scientific consensus identifies 2023 as the …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3- Climate change and its impact on various stakeholders of society and nation Focus : Highlights from the World Meteorological Organization’s 2023 report on climate in Asia. Emphasis on the region’s accelerated warming trend since 1960 and the alarming gap between climate projections and adaptation/mitigation efforts. Toll of Extreme Heat in Asia Statistics on …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Declining solar radiation in India prompts concern over solar panel efficiency and challenges renewable energy targets. About Decreasing Solar Radiation: Scientists from IMD report a concerning decline in economically convertible solar radiation across various Indian locations. Aerosol accumulation and increased cloud cover are attributed factors to this trend. Aerosols absorb and …
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