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What is Marburg Virus?

October 9, 2024

Rwanda is currently facing its first Marburg virus outbreak, with 46 confirmed infections and 12 deaths. Most of the affected people are healthcare workers (80% of the cases), which is especially concerning because the country has only around 1,500 doctors ..

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India, Maldives Aim for Comprehensive Economic Partnership

October 9, 2024

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu met to strengthen the already close relationship between India and the Maldives. Their discussions resulted in a plan to create a Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership that focuses on ..

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New Research Reveals Spatial Grammar of Gene Expression

October 9, 2024

Sascha Duttke’s research is focused on understanding how different cells use the same genetic material in unique ways. This study could help discover new biological principles, especially related to how genes are turned on or off and the role of ..

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Bihar Gets Approval for Second Tiger Reserve in Kaimur

October 9, 2024

The central government has given temporary approval to create Bihar’s second tiger reserve in Kaimur district. This decision came after a proposal from the Bihar state government and is aimed at improving wildlife protection in the area. Proposal and Approval ..

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ISRO’s PSLV C-37 Upper Stage Re-enters Earth’s Atmosphere

October 9, 2024

On October 6, 2024, the upper stage of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle C-37 (PSLV-C37) successfully re-entered the Earth’s atmosphere. This mission, which launched on February 15, 2017, was a major achievement for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), as ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: October 9, 2024

October 9, 2024

1. What is the name of the initiative recently launched by Himachal Pradesh to tackle drug trafficking? [A] Navjeevan[B] Sankalp[C] Viksit[D] Nirman Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Sankalp] Notes:Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched the ‘Sankalp’ initiative on ..

Assam Launches Nijut Moina Scheme

October 8, 2024

The Assam government has started an important program called the ‘Nijut Moina’ scheme to fight against child marriage. This initiative aims to encourage girls to continue their education, especially since child marriage has been a serious problem in the state. ..

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Sanjeev Kumar Singla Appointed India’s Ambassador to France

October 8, 2024

Sanjeev Kumar Singla has been appointed as India’s new Ambassador to France, taking over from his previous role as Ambassador to Israel. This change comes during a sensitive time due to the ongoing Israel-Palestine crisis. His new position reflects India’s ..

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