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Parliament Committee’s Recommendations for Farm Workers’ Welfare

March 13, 2025

The Standing Committee of Parliament on Agriculture has proposed reforms to enhance the welfare of farm workers in India. Chaired by Charanjit Singh Channi, the committee’s recommendations aim to better reflect the role of farm labourers in agricultural policy. Proposals ..

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Chagos Archipelago

March 13, 2025

The Chagos Archipelago, located in the Indian Ocean, has been a focal point of territorial disputes between Mauritius and the United Kingdom. The islands were under British control for decades after Mauritius gained independence in 1968. Recent developments have seen ..

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India’s First Auction of Exploration Licences

March 13, 2025

The Ministry of Mines is launching India’s first auction of Exploration Licences (ELs) in Goa. This reform aims to unlock critical mineral resources. The event will occur on March 13, 2025, and will feature a roadshow and the AI Hackathon ..

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Soil Fertility Mapping in India

March 13, 2025

The Soil and Land Use Survey of India (SLUSI) is pioneering a transformative project aimed at enhancing soil health through digital soil fertility mapping. This initiative utilises geo-spatial techniques and data from Soil Health Cards (SHC) to provide farmers with ..

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Cancer Risk Linked to Heavy Metal Pollution in Punjab

March 13, 2025

Recent studies have revealed alarming health risks associated with heavy metal pollution in Punjab. Research conducted by Punjabi University and Thapar University has identified correlation between living near polluted river drains and increased cancer rates. The findings highlight the urgent ..

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Viral Meningitis

March 13, 2025

Recent reports indicate that five students from a private school in Kalamassery, Kerala, have shown symptoms of viral meningitis. Samples have been sent for testing to the National Institute of Virology. This situation marks the importance of understanding viral meningitis, ..

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Scrub Typhus

March 13, 2025

Scrub typhus is an infectious disease affecting rural populations in India. Recent research marks its prevalence and impact on health. Conducted by the Christian Medical College, Vellore, and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, the study examined over ..

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Trends in India’s Housing Sector for 2024

March 13, 2025

The National Housing Bank (NHB) has recently published its Report on Trends and Progress of Housing in India, 2024. This report provides an in-depth analysis of the housing market, house price trends, and the impact of government initiatives on housing ..

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Plastic Ice VII

March 13, 2025

Scientists have confirmed the existence of Plastic Ice VII, a fourth form of water that emerges under extreme conditions. This revelation, led by Livia Bove from Sorbonne University, alters our comprehension of water’s behaviour in harsh planetary environments. What Is ..

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Affirmative Action for Muslims in India

March 13, 2025

Recently, report titled ‘Rethinking Affirmative Action for Muslims in Contemporary India’ was released. This document is the first comprehensive assessment of government policies concerning affirmative action for Muslims in a decade. It marks the historical context of Muslim backwardness as ..

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