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CHNV Parole Programmes

March 24, 2025

Recently, the Trump administration announced the termination of temporary legal status for over 530,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. This decision follows a Federal Register document indicating that the temporary parole programmes will end on April 24, 2025. ..

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US Trade Deficit

March 22, 2025

Recently, the United States continues to grapple with trade deficit. In 2024, the trade deficit exceeded $1 trillion for the fourth consecutive year. The persistent imbalance indicates a reliance on imported goods over domestic manufacturing. This situation has sparked debates ..

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Chandrayaan-4

March 22, 2025

Chandrayaan-4 is India’s fourth lunar mission, set to launch in October 2027. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) aims to achieve a remarkable feat by not only soft landing on the Moon but also collecting lunar samples and returning them ..

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Glacier Thinning in Hindu Kush Himalaya

March 22, 2025

The world is witnessing alarming rates of glacier thinning, particularly in the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region. A recent United Nations report marks that glaciers in this area are retreating 65% faster from 2011 to 2020 compared to the previous ..

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Migrant Deaths At Record High in 2024

March 22, 2025

In 2024, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported a staggering 8,938 migrant deaths, marking the highest toll recorded in five consecutive years. This alarming trend marks the perilous journeys many undertake in search of safety or better opportunities. The ..

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Comparing Kisan Aandolan 1.0 and 2.0

March 22, 2025

The Kisan Aandolan, or farmers’ movement, in India has seen two phases – Kisan Aandolan 1.0 and Kisan Aandolan 2.0. The first protest took place between November 2020 and December 2021, while the second unfolded from February 2024 to March ..

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Maharashtra’s Grand Memorial for Shivaji Maharaj

March 22, 2025

The Maharashtra government has taken step towards honouring Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. On March 21, 2025, an expert committee was formed under the Minister of Tourism to oversee the construction of a grand memorial in Agra. This site is historically as ..

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Statistical Business Register

March 22, 2025

The Government of India plans to launch a statistical business register by the end of 2025. This initiative aims to monitor the opening and closing of businesses across the nation. It will provide a framework for the economic census and ..

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Supreme Court Collegium

March 22, 2025

The Supreme Court collegium plays important role in the appointment and transfer of judges in India’s higher judiciary. Recently, the collegium made headlines by transferring Justice Yashwant Varma from the Delhi High Court back to the Allahabad High Court. This ..

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Günter Blöschl Wins Stockholm Water Prize

March 22, 2025

Günter Blöschl, a renowned hydrologist, has been awarded the prestigious Stockholm Water Prize in 2025. This recognition marks his contributions to flood risk management and water resource engineering. His work has transformed the understanding of floods and their relationship with ..

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