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New Treatment for Crohn’s Disease

December 10, 2024

Recent research marks the potential of filgotinib for treating Crohn’s disease, published in The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology, examined filgotinib’s safety and efficacy. Crohn’s disease leads to chronic inflammation in the digestive system. Current therapies often fall short due to ..

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India Internet Governance Forum 2024

December 10, 2024

The India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF) 2024 is scheduled for December 9-10, 2024, at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Center in New Delhi. The event is supported by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the National Internet Exchange ..

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Mysterious Dark Ovals Discovered on Jupiter

December 9, 2024

Recent observations reveal intriguing features in Jupiter’s atmosphere including Earth-sized dark ovals, only visible in ultraviolet light, have been detected. These spots appear in the haze layers near the poles, particularly the south pole. They are present approximately 75% of ..

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India’s Optimal Site for Quantum Communication

December 9, 2024

Recent research identifies the Indian Astronomical Observatory in Hanle, Ladakh, as the best site for transmitting quantum signals into space, which is very important for developing satellite-based quantum communications. Research Overview Scientists from the Raman Research Institute conducted a study ..

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Successful Launch of Sentinel-1C Satellite

December 9, 2024

The Sentinel-1C satellite was launched successfully and took place from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana, marking the return of the Vega-C rocket. The rocket had not launched commercially since its first mission failure two years ago. Overview of Sentinel-1C Sentinel-1C ..

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Oilfields Amendment Bill, 2024

December 7, 2024

The Rajya Sabha recently passed amendments to the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Act, of 1948, which marks an important step towards modernising energy policies and achieving green energy goals. Context of the Amendments The original 1948 law was established during ..

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Google Opens Safety Engineering Centre in Hyderabad

December 6, 2024

Telangana has partnered with Google to establish the Google Safety Engineering Centre (GSEC) in Hyderabad, which marks India’s first GSEC and the fifth globally. The centre’s focus is on enhancing security and online safety products for the Indian market. Location ..

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Trouessartia thalassina and Proterothrix sibillae: New Feather Mites Discovered

December 6, 2024

A team of Romanian researchers has recently identified two new species of feather mites in Meghalaya’s subtropical forests. This discovery occurred during a study of local bird populations, specifically Old World flycatchers. The mites, named Trouessartia thalassina and Proterothrix sibillae, ..

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Breakthrough Discovery for Malaria and Covid-19 Treatment

December 6, 2024

Recent research from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has revealed findings that could enhance treatments for malaria and Covid-19. Scientists discovered the very important role of the human protein Hsp70 in the spread of these diseases. This work involved collaboration between ..

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New A(H5N1) Avian Flu Strain Shows Increase Airborne Spread

December 6, 2024

A new strain of bird flu, A(H5N1) has emerged and spreads more easily through the air, which was first identified by a dairy worker in Texas. The strain has also been found in polecats and minks. Researchers at Erasmus University ..

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