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India’s Bird Population Declines Significantly, Vultures Hit Hardest

October 12, 2024

India has seen a worrying decline in its bird population over recent decades, especially between 1992 and 2002, when some species, like vultures, faced severe reductions. The Living Planet Report 2024 draws attention to this issue, making India the only ..

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Study Highlights Slowdown in Rising Life Expectancy Trends

October 11, 2024

For many years, life expectancy has been increasing because of improvements in medicine and technology. However, it seems to be slowing down now. A new study suggests that if we want to significantly extend how long people live, we need ..

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Low-AGE Diets Show Promise Against Diabetes in India

October 8, 2024

Recent research from the International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition has found a connection between diets high in advanced glycation end products (AGEs) and the rise of diabetes in India. India has the highest number of diabetes cases in ..

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India Jumps to 39th in Global Innovation Index 2024

September 30, 2024

India has moved up to 39th place out of 133 countries in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2024. This shows a big improvement in how India supports innovation. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced this news, highlighting that ..

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India Becomes Third Largest Ethanol Producer and Consumer

September 30, 2024

India has recently become the third-largest producer and consumer of ethanol in the world. This change is thanks to important policy changes made by the Indian government to encourage the use of biofuels and improve energy sustainability. Government Initiatives The ..

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One In Three Children Affected By Myopia Surge

September 27, 2024

A recent study revealed that one in three children around the world now has short-sightedness, also known as myopia. This condition makes it difficult for children to see things clearly that are far away. The main reasons for this increase ..

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India Surpasses Japan, Ranks Third in Asia Power Index

September 26, 2024

India has risen to third place in the Asia Power Index, according to the Lowy Institute, reflecting its strong economic recovery after the COVID-19 pandemic. This rise has allowed India to surpass Japan, highlighting its growing role in regional power. ..

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India State of Forest Report (ISFR)2023, Report

September 26, 2024

The release of the India State of Forest Report (ISFR), which provides a detailed account of the country’s forest cover, has been delayed for over a year. This delay has led to speculation, particularly among forestry officials. The ISFR is ..

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