Month: April 2025

1. History and Evolution of Monsoon Forecasting in India Context: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recently forecasted ‘above normal’ rainfall (105% of the Long-Period Average) for the 2025 southwest monsoon (June–September). This prediction holds vital significance, as the southwest monsoon …

1. Continental Shelf: Gateway to Oceanic Wealth Context: India has expanded its claim in the Central Arabian Sea by nearly 10,000 sq. km as part of its Extended Continental Shelf initiative. Significantly, India also modified an earlier claim to sidestep …