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Phu Quoc Island: Vietnam Boat Capsize & Island Geography

Phu Quoc Island: Vietnam Boat Capsize & Island Geography

Why in news? A tourist speedboat capsized near Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island on 11 July 2026. Fifteen Indian tourists died, and Vietnamese police later ...

Khawthlangtuipui River: Mizoram Floods & NH-54 Landslides

Khawthlangtuipui River: Mizoram Floods & NH-54 Landslides

Why in news? Heavy rain caused the Khawthlangtuipui River to overflow in southern Mizoram. Authorities evacuated over 80 families, while landslides bl...

Khadakwasla Dam: Mutha River, Pune Reservoirs & 1961 Flood

Khadakwasla Dam: Mutha River, Pune Reservoirs & 1961 Flood

Why in news? Heavy rain filled reservoirs around Pune during early July 2026. Officials released water from Khadakwasla Dam into the Mutha River. Disc...

Hummus Trail: Israeli Backpacker Route in India Explained

Hummus Trail: Israeli Backpacker Route in India Explained

Why in news? The Hind Rajab Foundation filed a complaint with Indian authorities. It accused Israeli reservist Eitan Gilboa of war crimes in Gaza. The...

Norwegian Sea: Geography, Location & UK-Russia Jet Interception

Norwegian Sea: Geography, Location & UK-Russia Jet Interception

Why in news? On 7 July 2026 United Kingdom F‑35 jets intercepted a Russian reconnaissance aircraft over the Norwegian Sea. The Russian plane was see...

Kwar Hydroelectric Project: Chenab River, J&K & Indus Treaty

Kwar Hydroelectric Project: Chenab River, J&K & Indus Treaty

Why in news? The 540 megawatt Kwar hydroelectric project on the Chenab river is one of several hydropower schemes under construction in Jammu and Kash...

Sudan Geography: Location, Borders, Climate & Nile Rivers

Sudan Geography: Location, Borders, Climate & Nile Rivers

Why in news? Ongoing conflicts and humanitarian crises in Sudan have kept the country in global headlines. Understanding its geography, climate and re...

Vihar Lake: Mumbai's First Piped Water Supply & Mithi River

Vihar Lake: Mumbai's First Piped Water Supply & Mithi River

Why in news? Heavy rains in August 2025 caused the Vihar Lake in north Mumbai to overflow, reminding residents of its role in the city’s water syste...

Ulhas River: Origin, Geography, Western Ghats & Recent Floods

Ulhas River: Origin, Geography, Western Ghats & Recent Floods

Why in news? Heavy monsoon rainfall in Maharashtra on 7Β JulyΒ 2026 caused the Ulhas River to cross its danger mark at Badlapur and Ambernath. The nea...

Panchganga River: Origin, Geography, Floods & Tributaries

Panchganga River: Origin, Geography, Floods & Tributaries

Why in news? The Panchganga River featured in news reports during July 2026 because of rising water levels after heavy monsoon rainfall. Authorities i...

Peru: South American Nation, Geography, Borders & Capital

Peru: South American Nation, Geography, Borders & Capital

Why in news? Peru frequently appears in world news because of its political developments, economic reforms and rich cultural heritage. UPSC aspirants ...

Rutile: Titanium Dioxide Mineral, Properties & Industrial Uses

Rutile: Titanium Dioxide Mineral, Properties & Industrial Uses

Why in news? Rutile is often mentioned in discussions on mineral resources and the titanium industry. Understanding its properties and uses helps aspi...

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