Page-12 of Current Affairs - January, 2025

Advanced Hydrogel Revolutionises Cancer Treatment

January 3, 2025

Recent advancements in cancer treatment have emerged from researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology-Guwahati (IIT-G) and the Bose Institute, Kolkata. They have developed an innovative injectable hydrogel that offers localised treatment for cancer, particularly breast cancer. This hydrogel acts ..

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Innovative Bacteria Combat Soil Contamination

January 3, 2025

Soil contamination poses challenge in agriculture, threatening crop health and yield. Toxic compounds hinder seed germination and plant growth. Traditional remediation methods, such as chemical treatments, often fail to provide lasting solutions. Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay ..

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New Rules for Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee

January 3, 2025

The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has recently amended the rules for selecting experts in the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC). These changes aim to enhance transparency and address conflicts of interest among committee members. The amendments ..

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New Rules to Combat Caste Discrimination in Prisons

January 3, 2025

The Union Home Ministry of India has recently amended prison manual rules to eliminate caste discrimination among inmates. This decision follows a Supreme Court order issued on October 3, 2024, addressing concerns about caste-based discrimination in prisons. The amendments aim ..

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UN Environmental Summits Face Major Challenges

January 3, 2025

The United Nations has encountered setbacks in its environmental initiatives during 2024. Four crucial summits held in Colombia, Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, and South Korea failed to produce meaningful outcomes. These gatherings aimed to align goals among governments, researchers, and civil ..

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Ebola Virus Study Reveals Skin Transmission Route

January 3, 2025

Ebola virus disease (EVD) remains a critical public health concern, particularly in regions of East-Central and West Africa. Recent research has revealed new vital information about how the Ebola virus (EBOV) can potentially spread through the skin, denoting the importance ..

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Islamic State Group’s Recent Attacks and Tactics

January 3, 2025

The Islamic State (IS) group has recently been implicated in a series of violent attacks, signalling a troubling resurgence. On New Year’s Day 2025, a truck attack in New Orleans resulted in 15 fatalities and approximately 30 injuries. The assailant, ..

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India Updates GDP Base Year to 2022-23

January 3, 2025

The Government of India has recently decided to update the base year for calculating Gross Domestic Product (GDP) from 2011-12 to 2022-23. This change aims to provide a more accurate representation of the current economic landscape and enhance policy formulation. ..

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