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The Story of How the Deadliest Virus to Humans Was Revived Subject :Science and Technology Section: Health Introduction From a two-part story on the virus that caused the Great Influenza epidemic (1918 Spanish flu). Johan Hultin‘s request to exhume a mass grave in Brevig Mission, Alaska. Objective: To retrieve preserved genetic material of […]
ICSSR’s Study on Socio-Economic Impact of Centre’s Schemes Subject :Polity Section: National Body Context The Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) is set to announce research award results for the study of the Union government’s schemes and policies. Approximately 500 researchers will receive funding for fieldwork focused on specific geographical regions. ICSSR […]
No Governor’s assent; Manipur Assembly session a non-starter Subject :Polity Section: Parliament and Legislation Context: The 60-member Manipur Assembly fails to convene a Special Session to address ethnic violence. State Cabinet recommends the session, but the Governor doesn’t issue the required notification. Notification should be given 15 days before a session. Constitutional Crisis […]
Lack of Internet Access in Kerala’s Tribal Colonies Subject :Schemes Context: Kerala declared the right to the Internet as a basic right. However, 189 Adivasi ooru (tribal colonies) across 12 districts lack access to Internet and mobile connection. Over 5,000 tribal students in these colonies are affected. The initiative by Scheduled Tribes Development […]
Why ISRO’s Aditya L-1 mission is unique in many ways Subject :Science and technology Section: Space technology Context: ISRO’s Aditya L-1 mission, the Indian space agency’s most complex mission ever, is scheduled to launch by the end of August or early September. Why is it unique? For the first time,India is building a […]
Digging ice-capped Arctic depths to understand climate change Subject :Environment Section: Climate change Context: The heat content of the Arctic Ocean is crucial globally, affecting climate, weather, sea levels, and ecosystems. Details: It serves as an indicator of broader climate change effects worldwide, connecting ecosystems, economies, and societies globally. Arctic study model by […]
Ecuadorians reject oil drilling project in historic decision Subject: Geography Section: Economic Geography Context: In a historic decision, Ecuadorians voted on Sunday against the oil drilling of a protected area in the Amazon that’s home to two uncontacted tribes and serves as a biodiversity hotspot. Oil-drilling project in Yasuni National Park: Oil drilling […]
Activists seek dialogue on controlled Human infection trials policy Subject :Science and technology Section: Health Context: The group, including an advocate, researcher, journalist and others, have submitted a 15-page document calling for more transparency, clear definitions of ‘deliberate infection’ and ‘deliberate harm’ and specific assurances on compensation for adverse events. Details: The group […]
Drilling in the North Sea — history and environmental concerns Subject :Geography Section: Places in news Context: U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak recently backed plans for new fossil fuel drilling off Britain’s coast, worrying environment experts even as the world continues its stride towards irreversible climate change. Details: The move will help Britain […]
The debate over India’s smartphone manufacturing dreams Subject :Economy Section: External sector Context: Over the last few months, former RBI governor Raghuram Rajan and the Minister of State for Electronics Rajeev Chandrasekhar have sparred over how well a Central government scheme to boost electronics manufacturing has been faring. Details: Mr. Rajan, along with […]