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Human-Pig Chimaeras in Medical Research Human-pig chimaeras are being created in labs to explore systems capable of producing appropriately-sized human organs. With over 300,000 people awaiting organ transplants in India alone, the global shortage is a critical concern. Animals, from pigs to rats, have played a vital role in bridging the gap between organ donors …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023, has stirred debates among legal experts, particularly regarding the proposed self-regulation provisions. Legal minds are divided on the implications and intricacies of these provisions. Source: The Economic Times Positive Reception: Experts like Shreya Suri from IndusLaw finds the proposal heartening, emphasizing its similarity …
Read MoreNature’s diversity extends to the animal kingdom, presenting anomalies even in the classification of sexes. Freemartins, a phenomenon observed in cattle, embody this uniqueness. Source: Research Gate Freemartin Freemartins are female cattle that are born sterile and have some male characteristics. They are the result of an abnormal development of the reproductive system, which occurs …
Read MoreWhy in the News? On November 21, 1963, India’s space journey commenced with the launch of a 715-kg Nike Apache rocket from Thumba, Thiruvananthapuram. This marked the beginning of a transformative odyssey that led India to join an elite group of nations proficient in space exploration. Source: Times Of India Milestones in India’s Space Odyssey …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Researchers have harnessed artificial intelligence (AI) to create oxygen-producing materials from meteorites found on Mars. This breakthrough, featured in Nature Synthesis, presents a proof of concept for generating oxygen and holds implications for future manned missions to Mars, where oxygen is vital for various applications. Source: Australian Academy of Science …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Recent U.S. data spanning 25 years highlights the significant decline in chickenpox and shingles cases among children, challenging prior fears of adverse consequences. Source: Medical News Today Chickenpox · Chickenpox, also known as varicella, is a highly contagious viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). · It primarily affects …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources GS 3 –Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment. Education and pollution, seemingly disparate realms, are intricately connected. While education is often seen as a societal panacea, it can inadvertently contribute to harmful practices, such …
Read MoreStructure of Answer Introduction · Briefly explain India’s growing trade deficit with China. Body · Mention Vulnerabilities in the Indian Economy and Governments interventions · Mention Geopolitical Shifts and Escalating Trade Deficit with China · Mention Measures Addressing the Vulnerabilities in Indian Economy Conclusion · Mention need for a comprehensive approach to ensure India’s …
Read MoreRelevance: GS3: Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment. Why in the News ? IMF’s Revised Projections The IMF’s semi-annual report for October 2023 revises India’s projected GDP growth rate for 2023-24 to 6.3%, a slight increase from the earlier estimate of 6.1%. This adjustment is viewed as …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI) is hosting an International Conference-cum-Exhibition on ‘Aerospace & Aviation in 2047’ in New Delhi on November 18 & 19, 2023. President Smt Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate the Conference-cum-Exhibition, marking the 75th anniversary of AeSI. Inaugural Session Highlights The inaugural session will witness the release of …
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