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New Drug Offers Hope Against Pancreatic Cancer Why in the News ? A new oral drug called Daraxonrasib has shown promising results in patients with advanced pancreatic cancer, nearly doubling survival time in clinical trials. The breakthrough highlights the growing role of precision medicine in treating difficult-to-cure cancers. Daraxonrasib and Breakthrough in Pancreatic Cancer Treatment: …
Read MoreOver 1.25 Lakh Grievances Resolved via CPGRAMS Why in the News ? The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) reported that over 1.25 lakh public grievances were addressed in April 2025 through CPGRAMS. The report ranks ministries based on performance and highlights states with the highest user registrations, notably Uttar Pradesh. Grievance Redressal …
Read MoreWHO Declares Polio Outbreak in Papua New Guinea Why in the News ? The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a polio outbreak in Papua New Guinea after detecting the virus in healthy children during routine screening. WHO has urged for urgent immunization efforts as the country’s vaccination rate remains critically low. Outbreak Detection and …
Read MoreSacred Jharkhand Hill Sparks Jain-Santal Tensions Why in the News ? On May 3, the Jharkhand High Court directed enforcement of a meat and alcohol ban on Parasnath/Marang Buru hill, considered sacred by both Jain and Santal communities, reigniting a long-standing dispute over religious rights and customary practices. Historical and Legal Disputes: The dispute dates …
Read MoreShingles Vaccine May Reduce Dementia, Heart Risks Why in the News ? Recent studies from Wales and South Korea suggest the shingles vaccine may reduce not only shingles infections but also the risk of dementia and cardiovascular conditions. These findings boost the vaccine’s potential role in preventive healthcare and neurodegenerative protection. New Evidence: Reduced Dementia …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Soumya Swaminathan, former Director-General of the Indian Council of Medical Research and Chief Scientist of the World Health Organization, has been appointed Principal Adviser for the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP). She will serve in this role pro bono at the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, based out of …
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