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OpenAI’s Open-Weight Language Model

OpenAI is poised to launch its first open-weight language model since GPT-2. The model is expected to feature reasoning capabilities. It aims to provide developers with publicly accessible trained parameters. This move comes in response to competition from other companies ..

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Unveiling Copper Plates of Devaraya I’s Reign

The recent unveiling of a set of copper plates from the reign of Devaraya I marks archaeological discovery. These plates, linked to the Vijayanagara Empire, provide vital information about the era’s history and governance. The plates were issued during Devaraya ..

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Supreme Court Upholds Rajasthan Electricity Regulations

The Supreme Court of India recently upheld the 2016 regulations of the Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC). These regulations govern the open access of power for industrial consumers. The court dismissed appeals from several industrial firms challenging the validity of ..

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Future Circular Collider

The Future Circular Collider (FCC) is an ambitious project proposed by CERN to succeed the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). Unveiled in 2025, the FCC aims to address fundamental questions in physics and enhance our understanding of the universe. This initiative ..

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Punjab Advances Paddy Sowing Date

Recently, Punjab’s Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced change in the agricultural calendar. The state government has decided to advance the paddy sowing date to June 1. This decision aims to help farmers avoid issues related to high moisture content in ..

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West Bengal’s Triple Elimination Initiative for Infectious Diseases

Recently, West Bengal launched a groundbreaking initiative aimed at eradicating mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and Hepatitis B by 2026. This project, known as the ‘Triple Elimination’ initiative, is a collaborative effort involving the West Bengal government, the William J ..

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Green Credit Programme’s Legal Issues

The Green Credit Programme (GCP) was launched by India’s Environment Ministry to enhance forest cover and promote sustainable practices. Despite concerns from the Law Ministry regarding its legal framework, the programme was rolled out in October 2023. This initiative aligns ..

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Morocco Launches Water Highway Project

Morocco has initiated project known as the “water highway” to address its pressing water crisis. The project redirects surplus water from the Sebou River to supply drinking water to Rabat and Casablanca. This initiative comes in response to severe water ..

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IAS Officers’ Compliance and Recruitment Challenges

Recently, a parliamentary report raised concerns about Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers failing to file their Immovable Property Returns (IPRs). The report brought into light that 91 IAS officers did not file their IPRs in 2024 and 73 in 2023. ..

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Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana Milestones

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) continues to be a mainstay of India’s financial inclusion efforts as of the financial year 2024-25. Recently, the scheme achieved milestones, reaching 55 crore beneficiaries and accumulating a total balance of ₹2.5 lakh ..

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