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EU Proposes Ban on PFAS in Consumer Products

January 24, 2025

The European Commission is moving towards ban on PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals,” in consumer products. This decision arises from growing environmental and health concerns linked to these substances. PFAS are notorious for their persistence in the environment and ..

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Sebi’s New When-Listed Trading Platform Explained

January 24, 2025

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to launch a “when-listed” trading platform. This initiative aims to regulate the trading of shares between the allotment phase of an initial public offering (IPO) and their official listing on ..

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Advances in Gene Therapy for Stargardt Disease

January 24, 2025

Stargardt disease is a rare genetic eye condition causing progressive vision loss, primarily affecting children and young adults. Recent developments in gene therapy offer hope for effective treatments. Researchers from the Institute of Molecular and Clinical Ophthalmology in Basel, Switzerland, ..

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Supreme Court Proposes Ad Hoc Judges for Backlog Relief

January 24, 2025

On January 21, 2025, the Supreme Court of India suggested the temporary appointment of retired judges to alleviate the backlog of pending criminal cases in various High Courts. This proposal is rooted in Article 224A of the Constitution of India, ..

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India Joins Eurodrone Program as Observer Nation

January 24, 2025

India has recently joined the Eurodrone program as an observer nation. This inclusion marks India as the second Asia-Pacific country to gain such status, following Japan. About Eurodrone programme The Eurodrone programme is a 4-nation initiative involving France, Germany, Spain ..

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