Western Disturbances Western disturbances (WDs) are vital weather systems that bring rainfall and snowfall to the hills of north India. Originating in the Mediterranean region, these disturbances travel eastward, affecting areas like northern Bangladesh and southeastern Nepal. While they induce…
For El Nino VISIT HERE El Nino and La Nina La Nina Following an El Nino event, the typical return to normal weather conditions can sometimes be disrupted. In certain years, the trade winds intensify significantly, leading to an abnormal…
Unveiling the Enigma of El Nino Enter the fascinating realm of El Nino, an intermittent climatic phenomenon characterized by the emergence of warm ocean surface waters along the shores of Ecuador and Peru. During an El Nino episode, a symphony…
Alfred Wegener’s Pioneering Continental Drift Theory In the annals of geophysics, a significant turning point arrived in 1912 when Alfred Wegener, a German geophysicist, introduced the Continental Drift Theory (CDT). Wegener’s theory reshaped our understanding of the Earth’s history and…
Plate Tectonics Theory : Unveiling Earth’s Dynamic Puzzle The theory of Plate Tectonics, a cornerstone of modern geology, emerged in 1967 through the insights of McKenzie and Parker, followed by Morgan’s elucidation in 1968. It harmoniously incorporates the pre-existing notions…
Jet streams are primarily formed due to significant pressure differences between air masses, large bodies of air characterized by relatively consistent temperature and moisture levels. The Coriolis force, influenced by the Earth’s rotation, plays a crucial role in shaping the…
CLICK HERE TO GO TO FUNCTIONS AND FORMATION OF JET STREAM AND IT’S APPLICATIONS The Polar Vortex The polar vortex, sometimes called a circumpolar vortex or polar cyclone, is a distinctive meteorological phenomenon. It manifests as a massive, cold, upper…
The Krishna River System The Krishna River is the second-largest east-flowing river on the Indian Peninsula. It begins its journey in the heights of Mahabaleshwar, near Jor village, located in the extreme north of Satara district, Maharashtra, flowing west to…
The Vaigai River in Tamil Nadu 1. Origin and Path 2. Length and Drainage Basin 3. Tributaries 4. Utilitarian Significance 6. Ecological and Economic Impact Historical and Literary Importance Cultural and Mythological Connections Development programme Vaigai River Front Development –…
The Barak River, known as the Surma River in Bengali, is a significant waterway in Northeast India and Bangladesh. It is the largest river in Assam’s Barak Valley, India, and the second-largest in Bangladesh, following the Padma River. Key Points…