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Seychelles

Why it matters The Seychelles frequently appears in news about regional diplomacy and maritime security. Understanding its geography helps e...

Afghanistan

Afghanistan

Where is Afghanistan? Afghanistan is a landlocked country located in south‑central Asia at the crossroads of the Middle East, Central Asia...

Japan

Japan

Why in news? Japan has been in news recently, this article provides insights into its geography and strategic location. Geographical overvie...

Gangotri Glacier

Why in news? A recent study found that the Gangotri glacier in the Garhwal Himalayas has lost about 10 % of its snowmelt contribution to riv...

Typhoon Kajiki

Why in news? Vietnam ordered mass evacuations and shut down airports as Typhoon Kajiki approached its central coast in August 2025. The stor...

Tawi River

Why in news? The Indian government alerted Pakistan to a potential flood threat in the Tawi River following heavy rainfall, despite tensions...

Oman

Why in news? Oman has announced plans to attract one million Indian tourists annually, up from seven lakh visitors in 2024. The move is part...

East China Sea

Why in news? China dismissed Japan’s protests over its development of gas fields in the East China Sea, where the two countries’ Exclusi...

Fiji

Why in news? Fiji was in the spotlight in August 2025 because its Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka visited New Delhi to strengthen bilateral ...

Algeria

Why in news? Algeria featured in August 2025 geography discussions because its strategic location in North Africa and its energy resources ...

Uganda

Uganda

Overview Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa. It lies across the equator and is known for its diverse landscapes—from snow‑cap...

Nigeria

Nigeria

Overview Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa and a major player in West African affairs. Abuja is the capital, while Lagos remain...

Mithi River

Why in news? Mumbai received over 300 millimetres of rainfall in a single day in August 2025. The downpour caused the Mithi River to swell ...

Mount Elbrus

About the mountain Mount Elbrus is a dormant stratovolcano and the highest peak in Europe. Standing at 5,642 metres, it forms part of the Ca...

Mapping: Kishtwar District

Why in news? A cloudburst in the Chosoti area of Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir triggered flash floods and landslides, killing at le...

Jellyfish Swarm Disrupts Nuclear Power Plant

Why in news? Operations at France’s Gravelines nuclear power station were temporarily halted after a swarm of jellyfish clogged the plantâ...

Mapping: Nepal

Why in news? Nepal announced that it would waive climbing fees for nearly one hundred lesser‑known peaks in its remote Karnali and Sudurpa...

Mud Wave

Why in news? A study published in 2025 in the journal Global and Planetary Change reported the discovery of 117‑million‑year‑old mud w...

Dardanelles Strait

Why in news? The Dardanelles Strait came under media attention due to renewed geopolitical tensions in the Black Sea region and discussions ...

Bhagirathi River

Why in news? Environmental groups have urged authorities to protect the Bhagirathi river after a study revealed increasing erosion and flood...