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Oysters Combatting Antibiotic Resistance

Antimicrobial resistance is a rising global health crisis, with millions of deaths attributed to resistant infections annually. Researchers are exploring innovative solutions, including the use of oyster-derived antimicrobial...

January 22, 2025

Diamond Imprest Authorization Scheme

On April 1, 2025, India will implement the Diamond Imprest Authorization (DIA) Scheme. The scheme is a strategic response to global beneficiation policies that require diamond manufacturers to...

January 22, 2025

Arctic Boreal Zone Becomes a Carbon Source

Recent research has revealed shift in the Arctic Boreal Zone, revealing that nearly 40% of this region has transitioned from a carbon sink to a carbon source. This...

January 22, 2025

Tropical Cyclone Sean

Tropical Cyclone Sean is currently impacting Western Australia, having recently intensified to a Category 3 system. As of January 2025, it has been downgraded from Category 4 and...

January 22, 2025

Nitrogen Pollution and Management

Recent reports highlight the increase in reactive nitrogen added to the Earth’s surface, primarily due to human activities. This rise has doubled compared to pre-industrial levels, with projections...

January 22, 2025

Kerala’s Comprehensive Plan to Improve Public School Education

Recently, Kerala’s government launched a comprehensive education plan aimed at enhancing public school quality. This initiative follows meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, focusing on accountability and...

January 22, 2025

Draft E-commerce Self-Governance Guidelines

Recently, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) introduced draft guidelines aimed at enhancing self-governance in India’s rapidly growing e-commerce sector. These measures address increasing concerns over consumer protection...

January 22, 2025

Qartemi: India’s First Internationally Licensed CAR-T Therapy for B-NHL

Recently, India witnessed the launch of Qartemi, the country’s first internationally licensed CAR-T cell therapy for adult B-cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (B-NHL). This groundbreaking therapy offers new hope for...

January 22, 2025

Avian Flu Impact on Cranes

In early 2025, the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan witnessed a concerning rise in the deaths of the migratory Demoiselle cranes, attributed to the H591 strain of avian flu....

January 22, 2025

T-72 Bridge Laying Tanks (BLT)

The T-72 Bridge Laying Tank (BLT) is asset for the Indian Army, enhancing its operational capabilities. Recently, the Ministry of Defence signed a contract for the procurement of...

January 22, 2025

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