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HPAI H5N1 Outbreak Affects Indian Wildlife

January 6, 2025

Recent events have brought into light a serious outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 in India. Three tigers and a leopard have succumbed to the virus at the Balasaheb Thackeray Gorewada International Zoological Park in Nagpur. This incident ..

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New PLI Scheme for Steel Sector Launched

January 6, 2025

The Union government is launching a new round of the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the steel sector. This initiative aims to enhance domestic production of specialty steel and reduce import reliance. The announcement was made by the Union Ministry ..

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Global Nutrition Targets – Progress and Challenges

January 6, 2025

Global Nutrition Targets (GNTs) were established by the World Health Assembly to combat maternal and child malnutrition. The targets aim to reduce stunting, anaemia, and childhood overweight by 2030. A recent evaluation published in The Lancet brought into light the ..

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Why Rupee Fell to Record Low

January 6, 2025

In December 2024, the Indian rupee reached a record low of 85.81 against the U.S. dollar. This decline marked a 3% depreciation over the year, continuing a long-term trend. Various factors contribute to currency depreciation, primarily involving supply and demand ..

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Why did Government Scrap No-Detention Policy?

January 6, 2025

In December 2024, the Union government amended the Rules of the Right to Education Act, 2009. This change allows schools to detain students in Classes 5 and 8 if they fail to meet promotion criteria after year-end examinations. Students will ..

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Kerala Forest Act Amendment Sparks Controversy

January 6, 2025

The Kerala government has introduced a Bill to amend the Kerala Forest Act of 1961. This Bill is set to be debated in the upcoming session of the state Assembly. Farmer organisations have expressed concerns regarding the proposed amendments. They ..

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Farmers’ Protests and Supreme Court Committee Update

January 6, 2025

Recent events have intensified the ongoing farmers’ protests at the Punjab-Haryana border. The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Political) has declined to engage with a high-powered committee established by the Supreme Court to address their demands. On January 4, the Bharti Kisan ..

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Biden Awards Presidential Medal of Freedom 2025

January 6, 2025

On January 5, 2025, President Joe Biden honoured 19 distinguished individuals during a ceremony at the White House. This event recognised contributions across various fields, including politics, entertainment, and sports. The honourees included prominent figures such as Hillary Clinton, philanthropist ..

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