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India recently welcomed the United Kingdom’s decision to return the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, including the Diego Garcia atoll, to Mauritius under a historic agreement. The Chagos Islands are located in the central Indian Ocean, about 1,600 km south of India’s southern tip. These islands have been a British Overseas Territory since November 8, 1965. Key islands in the group include Diego Garcia, Danger Island, Egmont Islands, Eagle Islands, Nelsons Island, Peros Banhos, Three Brothers, and the Solomon Islands. Diego Garcia, the largest island covering 30 square kilometers, hosts a major United States military base. The islands are flat and low-lying, with most areas not rising more than 2 meters above sea level and having no rivers or lakes. They experience a tropical marine climate with high heat and humidity, moderated by trade winds.

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Recently, on May 22, 2025, the National Commission for Women (NCW) launched the Yashoda AI initiative at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly. Yashoda AI Abhiyan aims to expand women’s access to Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, and Digital Safety training. The campaign, titled “Your AI SAKHI,” focuses on improving women’s digital literacy and awareness in a tech-driven world. NCW launched this initiative in collaboration with Future Shift Labs (FSL). It targets women, especially from rural and semi-urban areas, empowering them to lead in India’s journey towards a Viksit Bharat (Developed India). The program covers AI-driven crimes, digital privacy, and safety strategies through community participation. Students, educators, and women in the police force actively engage to ensure women lead digital change.

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Recently, Mount Etna volcano on Sicily island in Italy erupted, drawing global attention. It is the highest mountain on a Mediterranean island and the most active stratovolcano in the world. It is also recognised as a UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) World Heritage Site.

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The Union government has invited proposals to set up District De-Addiction Centres (DDACs) in 291 gap districts across 30 States and Union Territories under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR). NAPDDR is a centrally sponsored scheme aimed at reducing drug abuse through education, de-addiction, and rehabilitation. It focuses on awareness creation, reducing stigma, and reintegrating affected individuals into society. It also aims to build human resource capacity and support research, training, and innovation.

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A new species of parasitic wasp named Losgna occidentalis was discovered in Chandigarh, highlighting India’s rich but unexplored biodiversity. It was found during winter 2023–24 in an urban dry scrub forest and marks the first insect species formally described from Chandigarh. The wasp belongs to the Ichneumonidae family, known for laying eggs inside or on other arthropods. This discovery revives the Losgna genus in India after nearly 60 years since its last record in 1965.

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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has launched the DhartiAaba Janbhagidari Abhiyan, the largest tribal empowerment campaign in India. The campaign covers 549 tribal-dominated and 207 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG)-dominated districts, reaching over 1,00,000 villages and habitations. It is a key initiative under Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh, honouring tribal legacy and ensuring doorstep delivery of schemes. The Abhiyan is linked with PM-JANMAN and Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA).

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Conservation activists have raised concerns about promoting tourism through wildlife safari in the Kali Tiger Reserve due to its ecological sensitivity. Kali Tiger Reserve, formerly known as Dandeli-Anshi Tiger Reserve, is located in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. The reserve borders Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka and connects to Radhanagari and Koyna sanctuaries in Maharashtra. The Kali River flows through the reserve and is a vital water source for the region.

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India recently hosted the first Assembly of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) in New Delhi on 16 June 2025. It is a global initiative launched by the Government of India through the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) in March 2024. It aims to conserve big cats by promoting global cooperation, knowledge exchange, and technical and financial support. The meeting was attended by ministerial delegations from nine countries including Bhutan, Cambodia, Eswatini, Guinea, India, Liberia, Suriname, Somalia, and Kazakhstan.

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Recently, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Lenacapavir (LEN), the most advanced medicine yet for HIV prevention. Lenacapavir is an antiretroviral drug used as pre-exposure prophylaxis or PrEP for people who are HIV-negative but at risk. PrEP stands for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis, a method to prevent HIV infection before exposure. Lenacapavir is taken as an injection just twice a year, making it easier and more discreet than daily pills. It is developed by Gilead Sciences and sold under the brand name Yeztugo.

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Recently, Uttarakhand launched the country’s first yoga policy on International Yoga Day at Bhararisain in Gairsain, the summer capital of the state. The policy aims to establish Uttarakhand as a global capital for yoga and wellness. A grant of up to ₹10 lakh is also provided to promote research in yoga, meditation, and naturopathy. The state plans to set up five new yoga hubs by the year 2030. By March 2026, yoga services will be available at all AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy) Health and Wellness Centres in Uttarakhand.