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Powerful Earthquakes Hit Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula Why in the News? A series of five strong earthquakes struck Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, with the largest measuring 7.4 magnitude. Though initially prompting a tsunami warning, authorities later confirmed no tsunami threat, easing concerns for the coastal region. Details of the Earthquake Series: Five powerful earthquakes struck offshore near …
Read MoreIndia Develops Indigenous Multi-Stage Malaria Vaccine Why in News? India is developing AdFalciVax, a new malaria vaccine candidate targeting Plasmodium falciparum, the deadliest malaria parasite. Spearheaded by ICMR and DBT-NII, it aims to prevent clinical malaria episodes and community transmission, supporting India’s Make in India initiative and malaria elimination strategy. This development marks a significant …
Read MoreNew Income Tax Bill Proposes Structural Overhaul Why in the News ? The Income Tax Bill, 2025, proposing 285 changes to India’s tax laws, was recently cleared by a parliamentary committee. Though cleaner and better organised, concerns remain whether the new language translates into real legal simplification or not. Key Features of the New Bill: …
Read MoreIs Israel’s Gaza Offensive a Case of Genocide? WHY IN THE NEWS? In January 2024, South Africa filed a case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza following the October 7 Hamas attacks. This interim application, filed at the eleventh hour, has brought international scrutiny to a markedly …
Read MoreChina Begins Construction of Mega Hydropower Dam on Brahmaputra in Tibet 📍 Location: Nyingchi City, Tibet Autonomous Region 🏞 River: Brahmaputra (Yarlung Tsangpo in China) Key Highlights China has officially commenced construction of a massive hydropower project on the Brahmaputra River (Yarlung Tsangpo) in Nyingchi, close to the India-Tibet border in Arunachal Pradesh, stirring concerns …
Read MoreIndian Navy Joins 32nd SIMBEX Maritime Exercise Why in the News ? The Indian Navy will participate in the 32nd edition of SIMBEX (Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise) in Singapore. The long-standing exercise enhances bilateral maritime cooperation, supports India’s SAGAR and Act East policy, and promotes regional maritime security and shared learning. India-Singapore Maritime Collaboration: The …
Read MoreU.S. Declares TRF Terrorist Group After Pahalgam Attack Why in the News ? The United States has designated The Resistance Front (TRF), led by Sheikh Sajjad Gul, as a Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO) and Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT). This action follows the 22 April Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 civilians were killed during …
Read MoreTrump Signs GENIUS Act to Boost Digital Assets Why in the News? Former U.S. President Donald Trump signed the GENIUS Act into law, aiming to promote stablecoins, digital asset innovation, and regulatory clarity. Two related bills, CLARITY Act and Anti-CBDC Act, have also advanced to the U.S. Senate. Key Developments: GENIUS Act Signed GENIUS Act …
Read MoreUnion Minister Piyush Goyal Launches IIMUN 2025: Empowering Youth for Nation-Building Why in the News? Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the India’s International Movement to Unite Nations (IIMUN) 2025 conference in Noida. He addressed the youth on their crucial role in nation-building and emphasized contributing towards a Viksit Bharat by 2047, guided by the principles …
Read MoreUnited States Rejects WHO’s Pandemic Response Pact Global Health Governance Faces Setback as US Withdraws Support The United States has formally rejected the World Health Organization’s pandemic preparedness accord, which aimed to ensure equitable access to vaccines, medicines, and diagnostics during future pandemics. The decision reflects U.S. concerns over sovereignty, WHO authority, and vague language …
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