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A23a in Atlantic

February 3, 2025

Recently, A23a, the largest iceberg on record, began its journey in the South Atlantic after detaching from the Filchner Ice Shelf in Antarctica. This colossal iceberg weighs approximately one trillion tons and spans about 400 square miles. Its movement raises ..

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US Imposes Tariffs

February 3, 2025

Recently, the US President Trump imposed a 25% tariff on Canada and Mexico and a 10% tariff on China, which affects the US’s top three trade partners. This is part of his protectionist trade policies, aimed at reducing the US’s ..

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China’s Shenzhou-19 Demonstrates Artificial Photosynthesis

February 3, 2025

Recently, China’s Shenzhou-19 crew aboard the Tiangong space station made advancement in space exploration by successfully conducting the first in-orbit demonstration of “artificial photosynthesis” technology. This breakthrough allows for the production of oxygen and rocket fuel ingredients in space, enhancing ..

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Large Area Additive Manufacturing Technology

February 3, 2025

Recent advancements in Large Area Additive Manufacturing (LAAM) have emerged from a collaborative initiative involving IIT Hyderabad, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), and various industry partners. This effort has resulted in the development of a state-of-the-art LAAM system, ..

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Rusty-Spotted Cat

February 3, 2025

The rusty-spotted cat, the world’s smallest cat species, was recently spotted in the forests of Purulia district, West Bengal. This discovery was made by researchers from the Human and Environment Alliance League (HEAL) while investigating pangolin poaching. The sighting, captured ..

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Union Budget 2025

February 3, 2025

The Union Budget for 2025-26 was presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2025. This budget aims to drive economic growth through four primary engines – agriculture, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), investments, and exports. The government ..

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ISRO’s NVS-02 Satellite Faces Orbit Raising Challenges

February 3, 2025

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) recently encountered a setback with the NVS-02 satellite. Launched on January 29, 2025, this marked ISRO’s 100th launch. The satellite was intended to be positioned in a designated orbital slot. However, a valve malfunction ..

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World Wetlands Day 2025

February 3, 2025

World Wetlands Day is observed on February 2 each year. This day aims to raise awareness about the importance of wetlands. Recently, the theme was Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future. India added four new Ramsar sites, denoting its commitment ..

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