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Gustav Klimt

June 30, 2023

Gustav Klimt, the renowned Austrian artist, has made history with the sale of his last portrait at an auction in London. Record-Breaking Price Gustav Klimt’s final masterpiece, titled “Dame mit Fächer” or “Lady with a Fan,” fetched an astounding price ..

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Differential Time-Based Electricity Tariffs

June 30, 2023

The Union Power Ministry in India has recently announced proposed changes that could revolutionize the electricity tariff system. These changes involve the implementation of differential time-based electricity tariffs, which aim to optimize energy consumption and integrate renewable energy sources. Understanding ..

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Meira Paibis

June 30, 2023

The Meira Paibis, also known as the “women torch bearers” or “Mothers of Manipur,” hold great significance in the state of Manipur. They are regarded as a powerful moral force and serve as society’s conscience keepers. Their presence and importance ..

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Indian Ocean Dipole

June 30, 2023

Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD), also known as the Indian Niño, refers to a coupled ocean-atmosphere phenomenon in the Indian Ocean. It is characterized by alternating warmer and cooler than average sea surface temperatures in the tropical western and eastern Indian ..

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American Bald Eagle

June 30, 2023

The American bald eagle, once on the brink of extinction, has made a remarkable recovery over the years.   Threats to the Bald Eagle  The existence of the bald eagle was threatened by multiple factors, including hunting and habitat destruction. ..

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Michael Rosen

June 30, 2023

Michael Rosen, the renowned British children’s writer and performance poet, has been awarded the prestigious PEN Pinter Prize 2023. This accolade is granted to a writer from the UK, Ireland, and the Commonwealth whose work fearlessly exposes the truth about ..

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Current Account Deficit

June 30, 2023

The current account deficit (CAD) plays a crucial role in assessing a country’s external sector. It measures the difference between the value of a nation’s imports and exports of goods and services.   Understanding CAD  Current Account Deficit serves as ..

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What is Aspartame?

June 30, 2023

Aspartame, one of the world’s most common artificial sweeteners, has been the subject of various debates and controversies. Recently, the cancer research arm of the World Health Organization (WHO), known as the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), made ..

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National Defence Mobilisation Offices

June 30, 2023

China has adopted new approaches in mobilizing its troops, seeking to enhance its readiness in the event of contingencies or escalations. These developments have led to the establishment of National Defence Mobilisation Offices (NDMOs), which serve crucial functions at the ..

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US Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action in College Admissions

June 30, 2023

Affirmative action in college admissions has been a contentious issue, and the recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court has significant implications for race-conscious policies.   Striking Down Race-Conscious Policies  In a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court recently struck ..

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