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[pib] Researchers validate Optical Properties of Teak Leaf Extracts

Why in the News? In a breakthrough, scientists at the Raman Research Institute (RRI) have found that teak leaf extract (Tectona grandis) could offer a natural, sustainable solution for laser protection. About Optical Properties of Teak Leaf: Natural Composition: Teak leaves (Tectona grandis) contain natural compounds that can interact with strong laser light. Laser Blocking… Continue reading

[27th June 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Fathoming America’s plan to manage AI proliferation

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2021] The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of a China, that is much more challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union.” Explain. Linkage: The article explicitly state that the US views AI technology control as a means to “preserve its lead” against adversaries like China and Russia, seeing advanced… Continue reading

Vaccinating India: On Zero-Dose Children

Why in the News? India has made significant progress in expanding vaccine coverage, with a dramatic drop in the percentage of zero-dose children from 33.4% in 1992 to 6.2% in 2023. But even though India is not affected by war or extreme poverty like some other countries, it still has the second-highest number of children… Continue reading

Type 2 diabetes rising among young people, posing lifetime risks: Lancet

Why in the News? A new series by The Lancet highlights a major shift in global health. Type 2 diabetes, which earlier affected mostly older people, is now increasing quickly among those under 40. Around 260 million young adults worldwide already have the disease. What distinguishes early-onset type 2 diabetes from adult-onset in impact? Longer… Continue reading

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Registered Unrecognized Political Parties

Why in the News? The Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated the process to delist some Registered Unrecognized Political Parties (RUPPs) that have not contested a single election since 2019 and whose offices are untraceable. About Registered Unrecognized Political Parties (RUPPs): Definition: RUPPs are political parties that are registered with the Election Commission of… Continue reading

Puri Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath

Why in the News? The annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath at Puri, Odisha, has begun today. About Rath Yatra: About: Rath Yatra is an annual Hindu chariot festival celebrated in Puri, Odisha, in honour of Lord Jagannath, a form of Lord Vishnu. Legend: The festival commemorates the journey of Lord Jagannath, along with his… Continue reading

India to host Regional Wing of International Potato Center (CIP)

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet approved the establishment of the CIP-South Asia Regional Centre (CSARC) of the International Potato Centre (CIP) in Singna, Agra, Uttar Pradesh. About the International Potato Centre (CIP): Establishment: The CIP was founded in 1971 in Lima, Peru, to promote research on potato, sweet potato, and Andean root crops.… Continue reading

India refuses to sign SCO draft statement

Why in the News? At the SCO Defence Ministers’ meeting in Qingdao, China, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh refused to sign the draft joint statement after it excluded the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. About SCO: Overview: It is a regional intergovernmental body with 10 members—India, China, Russia, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Iran, and Belarus… Continue reading

In news: International Olympic Committee (IOC)

Why in the News? Kirsty Coventry, aged 41, has become the first African and the first woman to head the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Also in news: The IOC has paused the selection process for future Olympic Games hosts, impacting India’s bid for the 2036 Olympics. About the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Overview: It is… Continue reading

Agricultural Fungicides causing C. Tropicalis Infections

Why in the News? Researchers at Fudan University found that overuse of the fungicide tebuconazole is causing azole-resistant Candida tropicalis to emerge — a deadly fungus with a 55–60% mortality rate. About Candida tropicalis: Overview: Candida tropicalis is a fungal pathogen prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions, including India. Type: It is a yeast species… Continue reading

Substandard Cancer Drugs: A Global Public Health Alarm

Why in the News? A global investigation has revealed that vital chemotherapy drugs used in over 100 countries have failed quality tests, posing life-threatening risks to cancer patients. Various Drugs Used for Cancer Treatment: Cisplatin is a platinum-based drug discovered in the 1960s. It binds to DNA in cancer cells and is widely used to… Continue reading

[26th June 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘Axis of Upheaval’ in the West Asia conflict

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2022] How will I2U2 (India, Israel, UAE and USA) grouping transform India’s position in global politics? Linkage: This question highlights a new grouping involving Israel and the USA, both central to the West Asia conflict described as the origin point for the “Axis of Upheaval”. The formation and impact of such new… Continue reading

A lofty concept, a Governor and unwanted controversy

Why in the News? A big controversy has started in Kerala after the Governor put up a picture of ‘Bharat Mata’ in an official room at the Raj Bhavan, leading to a clash between the Governor and the elected state government. What is the origin and evolution of the Bharat Mata image? Origin in literary… Continue reading

State- and sex-wise liver disease data hint at underlying factors

Why in the News? In 2022, liver disease rose to become the eighth leading cause of death in India, marking a serious public health issue that had not occurred in the previous five years. What do sex- and age-wise trends reveal about liver disease deaths in India? Sex-wise trend: Male deaths due to digestive diseases… Continue reading

What is Axiom-4 Mission?

Why in the News? The launch of Axiom-4 (Ax-4), a private mission to the International Space Station (ISS), has finally lifted-off after several postponements due to weather conditions. About Axiom-4 Mission: Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) is a private spaceflight organized by Axiom Space. It aims to transport a crew to the International Space Station (ISS)… Continue reading

Sam Altman’s World ID Project

Why in the News? World ID is Sam Altman’s ambitious project to create a secure, biometric-based digital identity for everyone in the age of AI. What is World ID? World ID is a digital identity system launched by Sam Altman’s company Tools for Humanity as part of the Worldcoin project in July 2023. It aims… Continue reading

What are Strategic Petroleum Reserves (SPR)?

Why in the News? India is planning to establish six new Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) sites to boost energy security amid rising global oil risks. About Strategic Petroleum Reserves (SPR): Overview: SPRs are emergency stockpiles of crude oil maintained by the government to manage supply disruptions caused by events like wars, embargoes, or price shocks.… Continue reading

Banakacherla Project Dispute

Why in the News? A fresh political and inter-state water dispute has erupted between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh over the proposed Banakacherla Reservoir Project. About the Banakacherla Project: About: Also known as the Godavari-Banakacherla or Polavaram-Banakacherla Link Project, it is an ambitious interlinking plan proposed by the Andhra Pradesh government. Objective: It aims to divert… Continue reading

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