Context: Farmers in Idukki, Kerala, are facing an agricultural crisis due to an infestation of spotted locusts. Key Characteristics: Defense Mechanism: Spotted locusts possess bright warning colors to deter predators. They also eject toxic foam as a defense mechanism and can produce a sharp rasping sound for additional protection. Movement: …

Context: Recent incidents like the Mysuru-Darbanga Express collision highlight the persistent safety and operational challenges facing Indian Railways. Challenges of Indian Railways: Frequent Train Accidents: High-profile accidents such as Balasore (2023) and Kavaraipettai (2024) point to significant safety gaps, with human error (55.8%) and signaling issues being the primary causes. …