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PM-JANMAN Package for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups

February 1, 2025

The PM-JANMAN package is initiative launched in November 2023 to enhance the living conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India. The programme aims for 100% saturation of essential services like housing, water, and roads across PVTG habitations. It ..

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EU Resumes Monitoring at Rafah Border Crossing

February 1, 2025

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has reopened for medical evacuations after being closed since May 2024. This reopening comes amid ongoing conflict in Gaza and is development for humanitarian efforts. The European Union (EU) has reinstated its ..

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India’s Defence Strategy on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems

February 1, 2025

India’s Defence Ministry recently conducted a pilot study on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS). This study marks the transformative potential of these technologies. It raises critical questions regarding control, accountability, and ethical deployment. The study was carried out in collaboration ..

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Kolkata’s Leaning Buildings

February 1, 2025

In recent weeks, over ten buildings in Kolkata have been reported to be tilting. This alarming trend marks issues in construction practices and urban planning. Experts attribute these problems to a combination of technical failures, administrative negligence, and socio-economic pressures. ..

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Mount Taranaki Becomes a Legal Person

February 1, 2025

Recently, New Zealand‘s Mount Taranaki, also known as Taranaki Maunga, was officially recognised as a legal person. This landmark decision acknowledges the mountain’s significance to Indigenous Māori people, granting it all the rights and responsibilities of a human being. The ..

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Who is Shubhanshu Shukla?

February 1, 2025

Recently, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is poised to make history as the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station (ISS). Selected to pilot the Axiom Mission 4, Shukla represents milestone for India’s participation in human spaceflight. The ..

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Withdrawal of Track and Trace System for Pharmaceuticals

February 1, 2025

The Commerce Ministry has recently withdrawn the track and trace system for pharmaceutical exports. This decision aligns with the regulatory framework established by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The Health Ministry has introduced barcode requirements for drug brands ..

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Zika Virus Surge in Maharashtra

February 1, 2025

The Zika virus has emerged as public health concern in Pune district, Maharashtra. In 2024, Pune accounted for 125 out of 151 confirmed cases of Zika reported across India. This spike in cases has attracted attention from health authorities and ..

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Ocean Coordination Mechanism

February 1, 2025

The Ocean Coordination Mechanism (OCM) was launched by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO. This initiative aims to address the critical challenges facing marine environments in the Caribbean and the North Brazil Shelf. These regions are vital for biodiversity, local ..

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Resilience of the Sundarbans Mangrove Ecosystem

February 1, 2025

The Sundarbans, spanning India and Bangladesh, represent the world’s largest mangrove forest. This unique ecosystem plays a vital role in biodiversity, climate regulation, and coastal protection. Recent studies indicate that despite facing numerous threats, the Sundarbans exhibit remarkable resilience. About ..

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