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What is Deep Tech?

February 8, 2024

India is making a major push to establish itself as a global leader in deep tech – advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, robotics, and quantum computing that have the potential to drive economic growth. With a vast talent pool and ..

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Accessibility Guidelines for the Hearing and Visually Impaired in Movie Halls

February 8, 2024

The government has drafted new accessibility guidelines to make watching movies in theaters more inclusive for people with hearing and visual impairments. The public comment period for the draft guidelines ends next week. Once notified, the rules will require movie ..

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WWF Urges Romania to Protect Mahmudia Wetland

February 8, 2024

The Mahmudia wetland is part of the vital Danube Delta ecosystem in Romania. Eight years ago, it was restored into a thriving wetland habitat using EU funds, transforming the area and providing livelihoods and climate resilience for locals. However, recent ..

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New Technique by RRI Enhances Imaging of Cold Atoms

February 7, 2024

Scientists at India’s Raman Research Institute (RRI) have developed a new image-correction algorithm that significantly improves images used to study ultracold atoms. The advanced imaging promises to unlock a deeper understanding of intriguing quantum mechanics properties of atoms at temperatures ..

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Iran Allows Visa-Free Travel for Indians

February 7, 2024

Iran has recently become yet another country to launch visa-waiver programme allowing Indian citizens visa-free entry for up to 15 days. The decision was taken earlier, and the new rules provide welcomed access for Indian tourists. Who Qualifies for Visa-Free ..

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Union Cabinet Approves Extension of Subsidised Sugar Scheme and Other Schemes

February 7, 2024

The Union Cabinet has recently given its approval to a series of key economic decisions, including the extension of several schemes such as the Subsidised Sugar Scheme. These initiatives are expected to significantly influence India’s economy and provide support to ..

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What are Obelisks?

February 6, 2024

Recently, researchers at Stanford University discovered a new virus-like entity called obelisks. These obelisks have been found in large numbers within the human mouth and gut. What are Obelisks? Obelisks are microscopic entities that contain one or two genes and ..

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Assam Public Examination (Measures for Prevention of Unfair Means in Recruitment) Bill, 2024

February 6, 2024

The Assam government recently tabled the Assam Public Examination (Measures for Prevention of Unfair Means in Recruitment) Bill, 2024, similar to the proposed central law. This legislation is a follow-up to the Assam Public Examination (Measures for Prevention of Unfair ..

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Jammu and Kashmir Local Bodies Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024

February 6, 2024

The Union government has introduced a new bill in the Lok Sabha, aiming to provide reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in local bodies of Jammu and Kashmir. The proposed legislation seeks to amend existing laws and bring them into ..

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Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code Bill

February 6, 2024

Uttarakhand government has introduced legislation to implement a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state. If enacted, Uttarakhand would become the second Indian state to adopt a UCC after Goa, where it has been in effect since Portuguese rule. The ..

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