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Longitude Prize on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)

Why in the News? Sysmex Astrego, a Sweden-based diagnostic company, won the £10 million Longitude Prize for developing a high-tech… Continue reading Longitude Prize on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)

Tackling the Fatty Liver Disease Epidemic

Why in the news? This year’s theme for International Fatty Liver Day, an awareness initiative observed annually in June, is… Continue reading Tackling the Fatty Liver Disease Epidemic

Scientists back new Alzheimer’s drug: Benefits vs Risks

Why in the News? Donanemab, a new Alzheimer’s disease therapy developed by Eli Lilly, has gained unanimous support from independent… Continue reading Scientists back new Alzheimer’s drug: Benefits vs Risks

Why heatwaves have not been included as a notified disaster in the Disaster Management Act?

Why in the news? The current period of intense heat in several regions has once more sparked debates about the… Continue reading Why heatwaves have not been included as a notified disaster in the Disaster Management Act?

Gender Gap Report 2024: Key Highlights

Why in the news? India’s new cabinet has only 2 women ministers, down from 10 previously. The Global Gender Gap… Continue reading Gender Gap Report 2024: Key Highlights

[13th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Britain’s summer of discontent

PYQ Relevance: Q The judicial systems in India and the UK seem to be converging as well as diverging in recent… Continue reading [13th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Britain’s summer of discontent

Lal Crater on Mars

Why in the News? Scientists from Ahmedabad-based Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) have identified three new craters on Mars, situated in… Continue reading Lal Crater on Mars

India is the World’s Second Largest emitter of Nitrous Oxide

Why in the News? India ranks as the world’s second-largest contributor (after China) to nitrous oxide (N2O), a potent greenhouse… Continue reading India is the World’s Second Largest emitter of Nitrous Oxide

N332-GT5 and eOD-GT8: Advancements in HIV Vaccine Development

Why in the News? Researchers at the Duke Human Vaccine Institute have successfully induced broadly neutralising antibodies (bNAbs) against HIV… Continue reading N332-GT5 and eOD-GT8: Advancements in HIV Vaccine Development

UNESCO heritage site of Delos, Greece

Why in the News? Delos, a UNESCO World Heritage site situated close to Mykonos, Greece, played a pivotal role as… Continue reading UNESCO heritage site of Delos, Greece

The social sciences, a shelter for the ‘excluded’ student

Why in the news? Persistent exclusion results in some disciplines becoming a last resort for many students with social sciences… Continue reading The social sciences, a shelter for the ‘excluded’ student

Bihar’s call for Special Category Status | Explained

Why in the News? Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has renewed the State’s persistent call for special category status from… Continue reading Bihar’s call for Special Category Status | Explained

Expert Explains: What European Parliament election results signify, with the rise of right-wing parties?

Why in the News? The outcomes of the June 6-9 European Parliament elections, where approximately 51% of over 370 million… Continue reading Expert Explains: What European Parliament election results signify, with the rise of right-wing parties?

What are the functions of Cabinet Ministers and Ministers of State?

Why in the News? President Droupadi Murmu administered oaths to the Central Council of Ministers (CoM) of the new NDA… Continue reading What are the functions of Cabinet Ministers and Ministers of State?

2025 to be International Year of Quantum Science and Technology

Why in the News? The United Nations has designated 2025 as the ‘International Year of Quantum Science and Technology’ to… Continue reading 2025 to be International Year of Quantum Science and Technology

How SpaceX’s Starship can revolutionise space travel and exploration?

Why in the News? SpaceX’s Starship rocket completed its first fully successful test flight. This test flight brings SpaceX closer… Continue reading How SpaceX’s Starship can revolutionise space travel and exploration?

Portable Optical Atomic Clock for accurate timekeeping at Sea

Why in the News? Atomic clocks power GPS systems, guiding us in navigation, emergencies, and military operations. Scientists are developing… Continue reading Portable Optical Atomic Clock for accurate timekeeping at Sea

[11 June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: From warp speed to reset, the state of India-US ties

PYQ Relevance: Q How will the I2U2 (India, Israel, UAE and USA) grouping transform India’s position in global politics? (UPSC… Continue reading [11 June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: From warp speed to reset, the state of India-US ties

On Special Category Status for Andhra Pradesh

Why in the News? With the completion of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the demand for Special Category Status to… Continue reading On Special Category Status for Andhra Pradesh

What are the powers of the Speaker, why is the post crucial?

Why in the News? The pivotal role of the Speaker in parliamentary democracy is underscored as both the TDP and… Continue reading What are the powers of the Speaker, why is the post crucial?