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Why in the News? Indonesia’s Mount Semeru, one of the most active volcanoes in the country, erupted again on Wednesday, releasing hot ash clouds and volcanic debris. The eruption has renewed focus on the causes of volcanic activity and why certain volcanoes are more explosive than others. This natural disaster serves as a reminder of …
Read MoreCyclone Montha Set to Hit Andhra Coastline Soon Why in the News ? The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert for Cyclone Montha, expected to make landfall near Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, as a severe cyclonic storm on Tuesday evening or night, bringing heavy rains to Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal. This weather …
Read MoreSupreme Court Warns Himachal Pradesh Syllabus GS 3: Environment Why in the News? Recently, the Supreme Court, while hearing a case on Shimla’s green belt notification, warned that unplanned development and ecological imbalance may lead to Himachal Pradesh’s environmental collapse, urging immediate corrective governance to address pressing environmental issues and sustainability challenges. Introduction Recently, the …
Read MoreCyclone Shakhti Ends 2025’s Unusual Calm Period Why in the News? The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed the formation of Cyclone Shakhti over the northeast Arabian Sea, marking the first cyclone of 2025 in the North Indian Ocean — the longest lull since 2012 with no cyclones till September. Cyclone Shakhti Formation and Forecast: IMD …
Read MoreSuper Typhoon Ragasa (2025): Key Features & Naming System In September 2025, Super Typhoon Ragasa struck several East Asian regions, including the Philippines, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and southern China. Originating around September 17 in the western Pacific as a tropical depression, Ragasa intensified rapidly over warm ocean waters to become a severe typhoon. According …
Read MoreThis image illustrates the primary types of natural disasters—earthquake, volcanic eruption, tornado, tsunami, drought, landslide, wildfire, and flood—offering concise definitions for each. It is an essential visual aid for UPSC candidates understanding Disaster Management, impacts, and mitigation strategies in India.
Read MoreWhy in the News? Typhoon Mitag, the 17th typhoon of 2025, made landfall in Guangdong Province, China, near Shanwei City, with strong winds and heavy rains. Authorities activated a Level-IV emergency response, forecasting weakening intensity as it moved inland towards northwest China. This event highlights the importance of robust disaster management and food security systems …
Read MoreCanada Battles Second-Worst Wildfire Season in History Why in the News? Canada is experiencing its second-worst wildfire season on record, with Canadian wildfires burning over 78,000 sq. km, more than double the 10-year average. Officials warn that hot and dry conditions, including significant precipitation deficits, may prolong the crisis into fall, threatening the Prairies, Atlantic …
Read MorePowerful Kamchatka Earthquake and Ring of Fire Why in the News? A massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, one of the strongest in recent history. Located on the Ring of Fire, also known as the Circum-Pacific Belt, this seismic belt accounts for 80% of Earth’s largest earthquakes, triggering tsunamis and widespread geological activity. …
Read MoreNISAR: A Revolutionary Earth Observation Satellite Why in the News? The NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) satellite, a groundbreaking joint mission of NASA and ISRO, is scheduled for launch on July 30 from Sriharikota. This mission marks a historic collaboration in Earth observation and remote sensing, employing dual-frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar for climate monitoring, disaster …
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