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Assam Advantage 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025

November 26, 2024

The Assam Advantage 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025 will take place in Guwahati and is set for February 24-25. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the event and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the summit at a ..

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India Launches Unique Proba-3 Mission

November 26, 2024

India’s PSLV rocket will launch two satellites on December 4, 2024, named Proba-3, which is a groundbreaking endeavour. It is the first to fly two satellites in parallel formation for extended periods. The primary goal is to study the solar ..

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‘Ab Koi Bahana Nahi’

November 26, 2024

On November 25, a campaign titled “Ab Koi Bahana Nahi” will be launched, which aims to combat gender-based violence across India. It is a collaborative effort by the Ministries of Women and Child Development and Rural Development, with support from ..

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IISc Study uncovers Cancer Cell Adaptation During Migration

November 25, 2024

Recent research from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) sheds light on cancer cell behaviour, published in the Biophysical Journal, and examines how the microenvironment influences cancer cell movement. These dynamics are crucial for tackling metastasis, the process by which ..

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M-Pox Remains Global Health Emergency Status: WHO

November 25, 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared M-Pox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), which follows a rise in cases worldwide. The WHO Emergency Committee met recently to assess the situation. Concerns focus on a new variant known ..

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Scientists Decode Brain Activity to treat Anxiety and Depression

November 25, 2024

Recent discoveries reveal critical brain functions, including the identification of new brain regions aiding social interactions. These regions consistently communicate with the ancient amygdala, and this could transform treatments for anxiety and depression. Study Overview The study was conducted by ..

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India and EFTA – Trade Agreement

November 25, 2024

Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal recently visited Norway, and aimed to discuss the swift implementation of a free trade agreement. This agreement is between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). EFTA consists of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. The ..

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Hemant Soren to be Sworn in as Chief Minister

November 25, 2024

Hemant Soren, leader of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), will be sworn in as Chief Minister on November 28. His party achieved victory in the recent state elections. Soren announced the oath-taking ceremony date during a media interaction. Election Results ..

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Telangana to Establish Joint Consultative Committee with CII

November 25, 2024

The Telangana government is actively exploring new industrial policies and a joint consultative committee with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is on the horizon. This committee aims to address industrial challenges in the state. Industries and IT Minister D. ..

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Tamil Nadu’s SGST Collections Surge in 2024

November 25, 2024

Tamil Nadu has reported important growth in its State Goods and Services Tax (SGST) collections for the fiscal year 2024-25. The increase stands at 20.12%, the highest among major states of India. Provisional figures indicate collections reached ₹35,414.05 crore, a ..

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