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Bhopal Prohibits Begging

February 7, 2025

Recently, Bhopal’s district collector implemented a ban on begging across all public spaces. This decision came shortly after Indore introduced similar measures. These actions are rooted in the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, which empowers officials to address urgent ..

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ISRO Unveils Finite Element Analysis Software FEAST

February 7, 2025

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) recently launched the latest version of its Finite Element Analysis of Structures (FEAST) software at IIT Hyderabad. This event, the 8th National Finite Element Developers’ Meeting, gathered over 250 experts from academia and industry. ..

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Stryker Infantry Combat Vehicles

February 7, 2025

Recently, the focus on India-U.S. defence collaboration intensified, particularly concerning the Stryker infantry combat vehicles. This comes in the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump‘s encouragement for India to increase military procurement from the U.S. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming ..

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Bryospilus bharaticus

February 7, 2025

In September 2024, researchers announced the discovery of a new species of water flea, named Bryospilus (Indobryospilus) bharaticus n. sp., at Korigad Fort near Pune. This species is notable as it is the first of its kind found in Tropical ..

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Ranikhet Disease Outbreak in Panchkula

February 7, 2025

Recent reports indicate a severe outbreak of Ranikhet disease in poultry farms located in Barwala and Raipur Rani, Panchkula. Approximately 150,000 chickens have died in the past week. This outbreak raises concerns reminiscent of the 2006 epidemic, where poultry farms ..

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ITBP Establishes New Company Operative Base in Chhattisgarh

February 7, 2025

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has opened a new Company Operative Base (COB) in Kutul, Chhattisgarh. This area is a stronghold for Naxalite activity. The establishment of the COB aims to enhance security and reduce Naxalite influence in the Abhujhmad ..

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Russia’s Iskander-1000 Missile

February 7, 2025

The Iskander-1000 missile, developed by Russia, represents advancement in tactical ballistic missile technology. Following the dissolution of the Intermediate Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty, Russia has accelerated its missile production capabilities. The Iskander-1000 is designed to extend strike capabilities into ..

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Furlough and Parole in Indian Law

February 7, 2025

Furlough and parole are two legal terms related to the temporary release of prisoners in India. They serve different purposes and are governed by distinct rules. Recently, the Delhi High Court has been examining the Delhi prison rules regarding furlough, ..

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