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Who is Shubhanshu Shukla?

February 1, 2025

Recently, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is poised to make history as the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station (ISS). Selected to pilot the Axiom Mission 4, Shukla represents milestone for India’s participation in human spaceflight. The ..

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Withdrawal of Track and Trace System for Pharmaceuticals

February 1, 2025

The Commerce Ministry has recently withdrawn the track and trace system for pharmaceutical exports. This decision aligns with the regulatory framework established by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The Health Ministry has introduced barcode requirements for drug brands ..

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Zika Virus Surge in Maharashtra

February 1, 2025

The Zika virus has emerged as public health concern in Pune district, Maharashtra. In 2024, Pune accounted for 125 out of 151 confirmed cases of Zika reported across India. This spike in cases has attracted attention from health authorities and ..

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Ocean Coordination Mechanism

February 1, 2025

The Ocean Coordination Mechanism (OCM) was launched by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO. This initiative aims to address the critical challenges facing marine environments in the Caribbean and the North Brazil Shelf. These regions are vital for biodiversity, local ..

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Resilience of the Sundarbans Mangrove Ecosystem

February 1, 2025

The Sundarbans, spanning India and Bangladesh, represent the world’s largest mangrove forest. This unique ecosystem plays a vital role in biodiversity, climate regulation, and coastal protection. Recent studies indicate that despite facing numerous threats, the Sundarbans exhibit remarkable resilience. About ..

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Bombay High Court Quashes Case Under SC/ST Act

February 1, 2025

In judgement, the Bombay High Court has quashed a case filed under the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. The court ruled that the alleged offences did not occur in “public view,” important requirement for prosecution ..

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Maharashtra SEBC Quota Caste Validation Certificate Extension

February 1, 2025

In Maharashtra, students admitted under the Socially and Economically Backward Classes (SEBC) quota for the 2024-25 academic session have received a three-month extension to submit their Caste Validation Certificates (CVCs). Initially, a six-month extension was granted in June 2024. The ..

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Saffron Reedtail Damselfly Discovered in Karnataka

February 1, 2025

The saffron reedtail damselfly, scientifically known as Indosticta deccanensis, has been discovered in Madhugundi village, Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. This finding marks the first record of the species in the northernmost part of the Western Ghats. Previously, it was known to ..

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