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Uganda Launches First Clinical Trial for Ebola Vaccine

February 5, 2025

Recently, Uganda initiated a groundbreaking clinical trial for a vaccine targeting the Sudan species of the Ebola virus. This move, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) and global partners, follows the confirmation of an outbreak on January 30. ..

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International Big Cat Alliance Officially Established

February 4, 2025

The International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) was officially established as a treaty-based intergovernmental organization. This inter-governmental organisation aims to enhance global efforts in conserving big cats. Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 9 April 2023, the IBCA commemorates 50 ..

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U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund Proposal for TikTok Purchase

February 4, 2025

The recent announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the establishment of a sovereign wealth fund has garnered attention. This fund aims to monetise U.S. assets and may include the acquisition of the popular social media platform TikTok. The initiative ..

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High-Entropy Alloys for Hydrogen Production

February 4, 2025

Recent advancements in clean energy technology have brought into light the potential of high-entropy alloys (HEAs) for hydrogen production. These innovative materials can reduce the reliance on precious metals such as platinum. Researchers at the Centre for Nano and Soft ..

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Panama Withdraws From China’s Belt and Road Initiative

February 4, 2025

Recently, Panama officially withdrew from China’s Belt and Road Initiative. The country decided not to renew the 2017 Memorandum of About with China. This move signals Panama’s intent to reaffirm its sovereignty over the Panama Canal. President Jose Raul Mulino ..

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Indian Railways’ Mission 3000

February 4, 2025

Indian Railways is striving to enhance its freight loading capabilities under the ambitious Mission 3000 plan. This initiative aims to achieve a cargo volume of 3,000 million tonnes (MT) by 2030. Despite facing criticism for its slow progress, Union Railways ..

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Telangana Caste Survey

February 4, 2025

The recent socio-economic survey in Telangana has revealed vital information about the state’s demographic structure. Conducted across 50 days, the survey reached over 35 million individuals. It marks the population distribution among various caste categories, with Backward Classes (BC) making ..

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Uttarkashi Earthquake Swarm

February 4, 2025

Recent seismic activity in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, has raised concerns among experts and residents alike. A series of nine minor earthquakes occurred between January 24 and February 3, 2025. Although these tremors were mild, they prompted panic among the local population. ..

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