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29May 2025

Measles Vaccine Averted Millions of Global Deaths

Measles Vaccine Averted Millions of Global Deaths Why in the News? A new analysis reveals that measles vaccines have prevented over 9 crore deaths globally in the last 50 years. This success highlights the life-saving role of immunisation, particularly in Africa and Southeast Asia, where measles mortality rates were once alarmingly high. The impact of …

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29May 2025

SC Deviates from POCSO in Sensitive Judgment

SC Deviates from POCSO in Sensitive Judgment Why in the News? The Supreme Court withheld sentencing in a POCSO case involving a minor, citing the victim’s welfare and social hardship, despite reaffirming POCSO’s legal position. This decision has sparked debates over judicial discretion, victim rights, and child abuse law in India. The case highlights the …

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29May 2025

Three Ancient Tombs Unearthed in Luxor, Egypt: A Significant Archaeological Discovery

Three Ancient Tombs Unearthed in Luxor, Egypt: A Significant Archaeological Discovery Why in the News? Egyptian archaeologists have made a remarkable archaeological discovery, unearthing three ancient tombs in Luxor, formerly known as Thebes, belonging to prominent New Kingdom officials in the Dra Abu al-Naga necropolis. This find, located near the famous Valley of the Kings …

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29May 2025

Boko Haram Resurgence Threatens Stability in Nigeria

Boko Haram Resurgence Threatens Stability in Nigeria Why in the News? Boko Haram attacks have intensified in northeast Nigeria, raising fears of a return to peak insurgency. This short note on terrorism highlights how recent terrorist attacks, territorial gains, and use of advanced tactics by the ISWAP faction underscore challenges faced by the understaffed Nigerian …

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29May 2025

TR1 Cells Hold Key to Malaria Reinfection Immunity

TR1 Cells Hold Key to Malaria Reinfection Immunity Why in the News? A major study published in Science Immunology has identified T regulatory 1 cells (TR1) as crucial in the cellular immune response to malaria. This discovery in malaria immunology could revolutionize malaria vaccine research and immune-based therapies for malaria and other infectious diseases with …

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29May 2025

India Approves Gene-Edited Rice Varieties: A Milestone for Sustainable Agriculture

India Approves Gene-Edited Rice Varieties: A Milestone for Sustainable Agriculture India has taken a landmark step towards agricultural innovation by approving two genome-edited rice varieties—DRR Rice 100 (Kamala) and Pusa DST Rice 1. Developed through CRISPR-Cas9 technology, these rice strains not only promise higher yields but also aim to reduce water consumption and enhance tolerance …

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29May 2025

India’s Kaveri Jet Engine Nears Completion for Indigenous UCAVs and Fighter Drones

India’s Kaveri Jet Engine Nears Completion for Indigenous UCAVs and Fighter Drones India’s defense innovation landscape is poised for a historic leap as the indigenous Indian jet engine, Kaveri, edges closer to completion. Developed by the GTRE DRDO (Gas Turbine Research Establishment under the Defence Research and Development Organisation), this turbofan engine is expected to …

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29May 2025

Deputy Speaker Vacancy Raises Constitutional Concerns

Deputy Speaker Vacancy Raises Constitutional Concerns Why in the News? The Deputy Speaker’s post in Lok Sabha has remained vacant since 2019, raising constitutional and democratic concerns. Despite Article 93 mandating early election, the government has shown reluctance in the election of Deputy Speaker, sparking debates on the erosion of parliamentary norms and Opposition exclusion. …

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