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Norovirus

In December 2024, A significant surge in norovirus outbreaks was observed across parts of the United States this winter, with an uptick in cases reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As the winter month…

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ISRO’S SPADEX MISSION

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved a milestone with the successful launch of the SpaDeX mission (Space Docking Experiment) on December 30, 2024. This mission shows India’s advancement in space docking technolog…

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Why will India’s foreign policy be a tightrope walk

Navigating the intricate landscape of international relations has always been a complex task for any nation, and India is no exception. Yet, in the current world system, Indian foreign policy has emerged as an especially fine dipl…

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SVAMITVA Scheme: Property Cards, Technology and Benefits

SVAMITVA uses drone surveys and geospatial technology to map inhabited rural areas and issue property cards. Clearer ownership records can reduce disputes, support local planning, improve taxation and help households use property…

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A beginner’s guide to quantum computing

Today, quantum computing is one of the most interesting and developing branches of science to change the world in the nearest future. Unlike the classical computer that operate with bits as their basic units of information, quantu…

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India's Humanitarian Assistance To Lesotho

On December 20, 2024, India dispatched a consignment of 1000 metric tonnes of rice to Lesotho, a landlocked country in Southern Africa. This aid is aimed at addressing the food security and nutritional needs of the people in Lesot…

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Impact Assessment Studies on Smart Cities Mission

The Smart Cities Mission, launched by the Government of India in the year 2015 was purposed with the objective of stimulating regional economic growth while enhancing the quality of life in cities by area development formalised th…

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Why Trump Wants To Buy Greenland ?

Why Does Greenland Matter to the US? Greenland is an island of great value for many reasons, particularly for the US. The main reasons are its strategic location, natural resources, and the changes happening in the Arctic region d…

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Ken Betwa River Linking Project

On December 25, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the Ken-Betwa River Linking Project (KBLP) on the 100th birth anniversary of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the former Prime Minister of India. While the project ha…

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Rann Utsav

personal invitation to the people of India and the world to visit Kutch, Gujarat, during the ongoing Rann Utsav. The festival, which is a celebration of culture, tradition, and natural beauty, promises to provide a lifetime experi…

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PM’S VISIT TO KUWAIT

Dates of Visit: December 21-22, 2024 Prime Minister of India: Shri Narendra Modi Host: His Highness the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. Purpose of the Visit The visit aimed to deepen India-Kuwait bilatera…

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Dinga Dinga Virus

A mysterious illness, locally referred to as “Dinga Dinga”, has caused widespread panic in Uganda, primarily affecting women and girls in the Bundibugyo district. The disease has left more than 300 people affected, with patients e…

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Center Cautious On FTAs To Safeguard Farmers & MSMEs

On December 19, 2024, External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr. Jaishankar addressed the Bharat@100 Summit organized by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) in New Delhi. During his speech, he outlined th…

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