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Mountain Passes In India: List of All Major Passes

Tanglang la Pass, an Important Mountain Pass in India

Numerous mountain passes in India have shaped the nation’s history, defence, and commerce for centuries. From the Mighty Himalayas to the Western and Eastern Ghats, these natural corridors are vital links between regions, facilitating movement and adding beauty to India’s majestic landscapes. Significance of Mountain Passes in India Mountain passes in India not only play ...

The earthquake zones in India are classified into four major types II, III, IV, and V, based on the intensity of seismic activity during earthquakes and past scientific data. These zones are classified by a nodal agency called the National Center for Seismology, which is part of the Ministry of Earth Sciences. In this article, ...

Limestone Producing States in India - Limestone Quarry

Limestone producing states in India are instrumental in backing the country’s infrastructure development. Limestone is a primary raw material for cement production, which in turn is essential for building houses, roads, dams and bridges. In recent years, limestone production has seen remarkable growth in several Indian states, thanks to globalization and effective government policies that ...

Ministry of Textiles has approved the establishment of 7 mega integrated textile parks in India across seven states. This initiative aims to strengthen India’s textile industry on both local and global fronts and encourage foreign and domestic investments. These mega textile parks are termed PM MITRA, which stands for Prime Minister Mega Integrated Textile Region ...

Jowar producing states in India - Jowar field

Jowar is one of the widely cultivated crops in India. Athough it is cultivated in most of the states, some jowar producing states in India stand out of rest in terms of production and scale due to their unique geographical regions that favour its production. It mainly thrives in semi-arid regions of the country. Major ...

India is one of the top salt producing nations, contributing a significant share of global salt production. The annual salt production in India is 307 lakh tonnes, making it the third-largest producer after China and the USA. The Journey of India from a nation that imported salt to meet its domestic needs to becoming a ...

Statue of Unity representing Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is the tallest statue in India

India is home to some of the tallest statues that reflect cultural significance, inspire the masses, and represent monumental achievements. Here’s the list of top 10 tallest statues in India that have gained fame in the nation’s history. Rank Statue Height Representing Location 1 Statue of Unity 597 ft Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Kevadia, Gujarat 2 ...

The Government of India launched the Clean Cities initiative as part of the Swachh Bharat mission to promote cleanliness and living standards in Indian cities. As a part of this initiative, the government announces the Top 10 Cleanest Cities in India every year. To Execute this Mission, The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs conducts ...