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AI Tools for Real-Time Antibiotic Resistance Tracking

February 22, 2025

A collaborative initiative involving IIIT-Delhi, CHRI-PATH, Tata 1mg, and the Indian Council of Medical Research has led to the development of AMRSense. This AI-powered tool analyses routine hospital data to provide timely vital information about antibiotic resistance patterns. The findings ..

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Haryana Witness Protection Scheme 2025

February 22, 2025

The Haryana Witness Protection Scheme 2025 was recently introduced by the Nayab Singh Saini-led BJP government. The scheme is designed to enhance the safety and security of witnesses as the state implements new criminal laws. Categories of Witnesses The scheme ..

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Amritpal Singh’s Parliament Attendance Plea

February 22, 2025

Amritpal Singh, the incarcerated Member of Parliament (MP) from Khadoor Sahib, has petitioned the Punjab and Haryana High Court to attend the ongoing Parliament session. This request comes as he faces the risk of losing his seat due to his ..

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RBI Conducts $10 Billion Dollar/Rupee Swap Auction

February 22, 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced $10 billion three-year dollar/rupee swap auction. Scheduled for February 28, this initiative aims to address the persistent liquidity deficits within the banking system. The RBI’s recent actions reflect a proactive approach to ..

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Bathouism Recognized as an Official Religion in Assam’s BTR

February 22, 2025

The Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) government in Assam has recently included Bathouism as an official religion option in various application forms. This decision has garnered praise from experts in the field of Bodo culture and traditional faith. Union Home Minister ..

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Sinking of Iraq’s Zagros Mountains

February 22, 2025

Recent geological studies have revealed that the northern region of Iraq, particularly around the Zagros Mountains, is experiencing slow but geological changes. A research team has identified a sinking oceanic slab beneath the Earth’s surface that is gradually pulling this ..

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: February 22, 2025

February 22, 2025

1. With respect to solar coronal holes, consider the following statements: Coronal holes are associated with high-speed solar winds that can impact Earth’s magnetic field. Coronal holes were first discovered using infrared satellites in the 1980s. Which of the above ..

India Takes Chairmanship of Bay of Bengal Organisation

February 22, 2025

India has recently assumed the Chairmanship of the Bay of Bengal Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO) from Bangladesh. This transition took place during the 13th Governing Council Meeting held in Malé, Maldives. The event was part of a high-level conference focused on ..

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Recent Controversies About Ex-Gratia Payments

February 22, 2025

The recent ex-gratia compensation disbursal to the families of victims from the New Delhi railway station stampede has sparked debate. The Ministry of Railways provided cash payments of Rs 10 lakh to the next of kin of the deceased. This ..

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Working Hours and Economic Impact in India

February 22, 2025

A working paper titled ‘Time Spent on Employment-Related Activities in India’ was recently released by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister.  The analysis is based on the 2019 Time Use Survey conducted by the Ministry of Statistics and ..

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