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Targeted Approach to Leprosy Eradication in India

February 1, 2025

India has made strides in combating leprosy. The country achieved the World Health Organization’s elimination status in 2005. This status indicates less than one case per 10,000 population. However, leprosy remains a public health challenge in certain regions.  The Union ..

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Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance Amendment 2025

February 1, 2025

The Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance (Social Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Amendment Rules, 2025 were recently published by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). This amendment aims to improve transparency and inclusivity in governance. It expands the use of ..

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Indian Navy Women Officers Cross Point Nemo

February 1, 2025

Recently, two Indian Navy women officers, Lt. Cdr. Dilna K. and Lt. Cdr. Roopa A., successfully navigated through Point Nemo, the most remote location on Earth, during their expedition aboard the sailing vessel INSV Tarini. This historic journey is part ..

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RBI Conducts $5 Billion Dollar-Rupee Swap Auction

February 1, 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently executed a dollar-rupee buy/sell swap transaction worth $5 billion. This operation is designed to inject liquidity into the Indian financial system. It was conducted amid ongoing liquidity deficits and concerns about global market ..

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The Rise of Card Tokenisation in India

January 31, 2025

Card tokenisation has rapidly transformed the digital payment landscape in India. As of December 2024, over 91 crore tokens have been issued, facilitating more than 320 crore transactions valued at nearly ₹11 lakh crore. This growth puts stress on the ..

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Russian Icebreaker Collision in Kara Sea

January 31, 2025

The collision of the Russian nuclear-powered icebreaker, 50 Let Pobedy, with a cargo vessel in the Kara Sea on January 26, 2025, has raised concerns about safety and navigation in the Arctic region. The impact caused damage to the icebreaker ..

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Meghalaya’s Shift to Scientific Coal Mining

January 31, 2025

The central government has signed agreements with three local miners to commence scientific coal mining in two districts (West Khasi Hills and East Jaintia Hills districts). This decision comes after a decade-long ban on unscientific “rat-hole mining” imposed by the ..

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Ghaggar River Pollution

January 31, 2025

The Ghaggar River, primarily flowing through India and Pakistan, has come under scrutiny due to severe pollution issues. A recent report by a joint committee established by the National Green Tribunal brought into light alarming levels of biochemical oxygen demand ..

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