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Astrophysical Tau Neutrinos

Scientists from the IceCube Neutrino Observatory have announced a discovery of evidence for the elusive astrophysical tau neutrinos or ‘ghost particles’. Neutrinos are tiny subatomic particles that rarely interact with matter, making them challenging to detect. However, their ability to ..

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TM Krishna conferred Sangita Kalanidhi Award

Thodur Madabusi Krishna, a renowned Carnatic classical vocalist known for challenging conventional ideas about caste and gender politics in Carnatic music, has been awarded the prestigious Sangita Kalanidhi award by the Madras Music Academy. The award recognizes Krishna’s powerful voice, ..

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Fusion Transcript in Head and Neck Cancer

Head and neck cancer is a type of cancer that affects the mouth, nose, throat, larynx, sinuses, and salivary glands. It is the sixth most common cancer worldwide, with over 650,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Despite advances in treatment, ..

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Model Code of Conduct

The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) is a set of guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India (EC) to regulate the conduct of political parties and candidates during elections. It comes into force immediately upon the announcement of the ..

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Electoral Bonds Data

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has released detailed data on electoral bonds, following a directive from the Supreme Court. The information, sourced from the State Bank of India (SBI), sheds light on the major purchasers of electoral bonds and ..

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Pilot for Cashless Treatment of Road Accident Victims

Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has announced the launch of a pilot project to provide cashless treatment to victims of road crashes. The programme, which will be initially implemented in Chandigarh, is designed to ensure that accident victims ..

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Government Cracks Down on 18 OTT Platforms

In a major crackdown on streaming services showing inappropriate content, the Indian government has banned 18 over-the-top (OTT) platforms for hosting “obscene, vulgar and even pornographic” material despite repeated warnings. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) has blocked access ..

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Panel Recommends Roadmap for Simultaneous Elections in India

A high-level committee headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind has recommended a clear roadmap for transitioning to simultaneous elections for Parliament, state assemblies, and local bodies in the country. The 22-member panel, which submitted its report to President Droupadi ..

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India to Export Forged Wheels for Railways

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced recently that India is on the cusp of becoming a major exporter of forged wheels used in trains, after being an importer for over six decades. The minister revealed that a new plant being set ..

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New Election Commissioners 2024

The high-powered selection committee chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appointed two retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers, Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, as the new Election Commissioners of India. The appointments were made on March 14, 2024, ..

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