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Whale Longevity

January 10, 2025

Recent research has revealed surprising vital information about the lifespans of Southern and North Atlantic right whales. This study, published in the journal *Science Advances*, indicates that Southern right whales can live well beyond the previously accepted lifespan of 70-80 ..

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Mandatory Farmer ID Requirement for PM-Kisan Scheme

January 10, 2025

The Government of India has implemented a new rule regarding the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme. As of January 1, 2025, new applicants must now obtain a farmer ID to register for this welfare programme. This initiative aims ..

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India Engages with Taliban Amid Geopolitical Shifts

January 10, 2025

In recent months, India has intensified its engagement with the Taliban. This move comes amid geopolitical changes in the region. The Taliban, having established control over Afghanistan since August 2021, has sought stronger ties with India. Meanwhile, India aims to ..

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Role of Androgen Receptors in Avian Sexual Development

January 10, 2025

Recent research from the Max Planck Institute of Biological Intelligence and Technical University, Munich, has revealed findings regarding androgen receptors in birds. Traditionally, androgens such as testosterone have been associated primarily with male sexual development. However, this study indicates that ..

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Assam Seeks Defence Industrial Corridor Development

January 10, 2025

In January 2025, Assam’s Chief Minister, Hemanta Biswa Sarma, announced ongoing discussions with the central government regarding the establishment of a defence industrial corridor in Assam. This initiative aims to enhance the logistical capabilities of the armed forces in the ..

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India Revamps Medical Device Regulations

January 10, 2025

The Government of India is revising its regulatory framework for medical devices to enhance safety and efficiency. This initiative aims to classify approximately 1,178 medical devices into four distinct categories based on their risk profiles. The Central Drugs Standards Control ..

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8th Edition of the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP)

January 10, 2025

India’s organic farming sector is poised for growth, with total export values projected to reach Rs 20,000 crore by 2028. This outlook was shared by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, during the launch of the 8th ..

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Key Initiatives Launched at Genome India Data Conclave

January 10, 2025

India has made leap towards self-reliance in genomics. At the Genome India Data Conclave in New Delhi, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced that India now possesses its own genomic data. This achievement marks a very important moment for the ..

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