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Strengthening the Fight Against Doping in Sports

Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, has initiated a campaign against doping in sports. He urges athletes and coaches to use the National Anti-Doping...

November 16, 2024

Govt to Launch PAIR Programme to Boost University Research

The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has launched the Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) Program, which enhances research capabilities in Indian universities. The programme was introduced...

November 15, 2024

Andhra Pradesh Bill to End Discrimination

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has introduced a Bill  to amend the Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Act, 1986 for removal of discriminatory terms regarding individuals affected...

November 15, 2024

44% Coral Species Face Extinction: IUCN Red List

The recent report by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) shows that 44% of reef-building coral species are now at risk of extinction, up from 33%...

November 15, 2024

Influenza Trends and Health Advisory 2024

Recent data from the State Public Health Laboratory (SPHL) marks important respiratory illness trends. Influenza A and B viruses are the primary culprits, affecting 75.4% of patients with...

November 15, 2024

Pinaka Rocket System Flight Tests Successful

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently completed successful flight tests of the guided Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL), which took place on November 14, 2024. The...

November 15, 2024

Tamil Nadu Tackles Invasive Plant Threat

The Tamil Nadu Forest Department is dealing with a new ecological problem caused by an invasive plant called Senna tora. This plant, originally from Central America, has been...

November 15, 2024

What is Net Zero?

The urgency to combat climate change has led to global commitments to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. The United Nations emphasizes the need for drastic reductions in...

November 15, 2024

What is Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme(MATES)?

Australia has introduced a new initiative aimed at talented young professionals from India. This initiative is known as the Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES). It offers...

November 15, 2024

Australia Moves to Restrict Youth Social Media Access

The Australian government has announced plans to legislate against social media access for children under 16. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the initiative as a world-leading package. The...

November 15, 2024

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