Category: Landmarks
Tungabhadra
A flood alert has been issued in Karnataka’s Koppal district after one of the 33 crest gates of the Tungabhadra dam was washed away.
3 Indian Ocean structures – Ashoka, Chandragupta and Kalpataru
Names of Ashoka Seamount, Chandragupta Ridge and Kalpataru Ridge in the Indian Ocean have been approved by IHO and UNESCO’s IOC.
Deepest Rock Sample from Earth’s Mantle
Scientists Obtain Deepest Rock Sample from Earth’s Mantle
River Godavari
A century old Indian Iris tree, on the bank of River Akhanda Godavari, collapsed recently.
Kalasa-Banduri project
Centre urged to get environmental clearance for Kalasa Banduri Nala project
Vizhinjam International Seaport
Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala welcomes its first container vessel.
Beki River
Beki River’s change in course has disrupted a state highway in India.
Chenab Rail Bridge
First trial train run has been conducted on Chenab Rail Bridge in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Humbdolt Glacier
Scientists reclassified the Humboldt glacier as an ice field.
Gibraltar Subduction Zone
Subduction zone discovered beneath Gibraltar Strait in the Atlantic Ocean.
Dibang Multipurpose Hydroelectric Project
Recently, PM of India laid foundation stone for Dibang Multipurpose Hydroelectric Project.
Pancheshwar Multipurpose Project (PMP)
Nepal-India official dialogue silent on landmark Pancheshwar project