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Freshwater Species at Risk of Extinction

January 10, 2025

Recent assessments reveal alarming statistics regarding freshwater biodiversity. A study conducted by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) indicates that nearly 25 per cent of the 23,496 species examined are threatened with extinction. This analysis marks the urgent ..

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Gaddi Dog Breed Officially Recognised

January 10, 2025

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBAGR) has officially recognised the Gaddi dog breed. This indigenous breed hails from the Himalayan region and is now acknowledged alongside nine other livestock breeds. The recognition aims ..

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Ancient Ice Core Discovered in Antarctica

January 10, 2025

Recent advancements in climate science have emerged from Antarctica, where an international team of scientists successfully drilled an ice core estimated to be 1.2 million years old. This monumental achievement involved drilling nearly 2.8 kilometres deep to reach the Antarctic ..

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Quantum Computing – A 2025 Perspective

January 10, 2025

Recent advancements in quantum computing have positioned the technology at the forefront of scientific innovation. As the United Nations has proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, the global race to develop full-scale quantum computers intensifies. ..

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 10, 2025

January 10, 2025

1. In the context of economic indicators, consider the following statements: Gross Value Added (GVA) is always higher than GDP due to net indirect taxes. Nominal GDP considers inflation when calculating economic growth. The fiscal deficit is the difference between ..

Haryana’s Declining Sex Ratio at Birth

January 10, 2025

In 2024, Haryana reported a concerning drop in its sex ratio at birth, reaching an eight-year low of 910 girls for every 1,000 boys. This figure has alarmed activists and civil society members, despite government officials describing it as a ..

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Tirupati Temple Stampede Tragedy

January 10, 2025

On January 8, 2025, a stampede occurred at the Tirupati Temple, resulting in the deaths of six individuals. Thousands had gathered to collect tokens for the darshan of Lord Venkateswara due to the Vaikunta Ekadasi festival. This festival, celebrated in ..

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Delhi Land Reforms Act Controversy

January 10, 2025

The Delhi Land Reforms Act of 1954 has recently gained attention due to allegations made by former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. He claimed that Prime Minister Modi has not fulfilled his promise to repeal Sections 33 and 81 of the ..

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