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Odisha Launches Unified Health Insurance Scheme

April 12, 2025

Recently, Odisha introduced a comprehensive health insurance scheme to enhance healthcare access for its citizens. The initiative merges the central Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana with the state-specific Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana. This move aims to provide better ..

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Karnataka Caste Census

April 12, 2025

The Karnataka caste census report was submitted to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on February 29, 2024. This comprehensive survey aimed to gather socio-economic data on various caste groups within the state. The report is based on data from the 2015 socio-educational ..

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WHO Warns of Global Health Crisis from Aid Cuts

April 12, 2025

The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised alarms about disruptions to health services due to reductions in official development assistance (ODA) for health. The cuts threaten health systems, especially in vulnerable regions. The WHO’s findings indicate an urgent need for ..

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SAARC Development Fund

April 12, 2025

With cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development’s funding, local initiatives are gaining prominence. The SAARC Development Fund (SDF) stands out as important financial mechanism aimed at encouraging cooperation among South Asian nations. Established in 2005, the SDF has ..

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Punjab Bans Hybrid Rice Seeds

April 12, 2025

Recently, the Punjab government imposed a ban on the cultivation of hybrid rice varieties, citing concerns over groundwater conservation and environmental pollution. This decision has ignited a fierce debate among farmers, environmentalists, and the rice milling industry. While the government ..

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Long-Range Glide Bomb ‘Gaurav’

April 12, 2025

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently completed successful release trials of the Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) named ‘Gaurav’. Conducted from April 8 to 10, 2025, these trials took place using the Sukhoi-30MKI fighter aircraft. This advancement marks step ..

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India Launches Global Tariff and Trade Helpdesk

April 12, 2025

The Government of India has recently launched the ‘Global Tariff and Trade Helpdesk’. This initiative aims to assist stakeholders in navigating the complexities of international trade amidst changing tariff landscapes. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced this development in ..

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Leaves Absorb Microplastics

April 12, 2025

Recently, a study revealed that plant leaves can absorb microplastics and nanoplastics directly from the air. This discovery marks the potential for these particles to enter the food chain. The research, conducted by multiple prestigious institutions, demonstrated how microplastics infiltrate ..

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 12, 2025

April 12, 2025

1. Consider the following statements: The “Big Four” venomous snakes in India have established commercial antivenoms. The absence of species-specific antivenoms for pit vipers poses a major healthcare challenge. The government aims to reduce snakebite mortality by 50% by 2030. ..

ENSO Neutral Conditions

April 12, 2025

Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a shift to ENSO-neutral conditions in the tropical Pacific. This transition follows the end of a mild La Niña event. ENSO, or El Niño Southern Oscillation, influences global climate patterns. About ..

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