The ever expanding medicinal uses and properties of psychedelic substances

Source: The post is based on the article “The ever expanding medicinal uses and properties of psychedelic substances” published in The Hindu on 2nd May 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Psychedelic Drugs?3 Can Psychedelic substances cause harm?4 Can psychedelics be used to treat neuropsychiatric disorders? What is the News? Psychedelic drugs banned… Continue reading The ever expanding medicinal uses and properties of psychedelic substances

Geomagnetic pearl oscillations increase in the recovery phase of geomagnetic storms

Source: The post is based on the article “Geomagnetic pearl oscillations increase in the recovery phase of geomagnetic storms” published in PIB on 2nd May 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Geomagnetic Storms?3 How do Geomagnetic Storms impact Earth’s magnetic field?4 What are Pc1 pearl oscillations? What is the News? Researchers have traced… Continue reading Geomagnetic pearl oscillations increase in the recovery phase of geomagnetic storms

With Supreme Court’s ruling on divorce, a look at its powers under Article 142 – and their criticism

Source: The post is based on the article “With Supreme Court’s ruling on divorce, a look at its powers under Article 142 – and their criticism” published in Indian Express on 1st May 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Article 142 of the Indian Constitution?3 How have courts exercised power under Article 142?4… Continue reading With Supreme Court’s ruling on divorce, a look at its powers under Article 142 – and their criticism

India’s 1st undersea tunnels to open in November

Source: The post is based on the article “India’s 1st undersea tunnels to open in November” published in Indian Express on 2nd May 2023 What is the News? India’s first undersea twin tunnels in south Mumbai will soon be opened. About India’s First Undersea Twin Tunnel It is a 2.07-kilometer-long tunnel being built in Mumbai,… Continue reading India’s 1st undersea tunnels to open in November

Divorce can be granted on ‘grounds of irretrievable breakdown’: Supreme Court

Source: The post is based on the article “Divorce can be granted on ‘grounds of irretrievable breakdown’: Supreme Court” published in The Hindu on 2nd May 2023 What is the News? The Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court held that a court can directly grant divorce under Article 142 of the Constitution in cases where… Continue reading Divorce can be granted on ‘grounds of irretrievable breakdown’: Supreme Court

India leads in ‘laundering’ Russian oil and selling to Europe: report

Source: The post is based on the article “India leads in ‘laundering’ Russian oil and selling to Europe: report” published in The Hindu on 1st May 2023 What is the News? A report by Finland-based Center for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) has found that European countries that banned Russian oil imports are… Continue reading India leads in ‘laundering’ Russian oil and selling to Europe: report

Ludhiana gas leak leads to 11 deaths: What are neurotoxins and how do they affect humans?

Source: The post is based on the article “Ludhiana gas leak leads to 11 deaths: What are neurotoxins and how do they affect humans?” published in Indian Express on 2nd May 2023 What is the News? Around 11 people have died due to a gas leak in Punjab. According to the air quality sensors used… Continue reading Ludhiana gas leak leads to 11 deaths: What are neurotoxins and how do they affect humans?

Gum Arabic: Why Sudan war could hit your fizzy drinks and candy

Source: The post is based on the article “Gum Arabic: Why Sudan war could hit your fizzy drinks and candy” published in Indian Express on 1st May 2023 What is the News? The Sudan Conflict has impacted the trade of Gum Arabic. What is Gum Arabic? Gum Arabic is a natural gum derived from the… Continue reading Gum Arabic: Why Sudan war could hit your fizzy drinks and candy

Despite availability of funds, patients with rare Fabry Disease yet to be given treatment, says support society

Source: The post is based on the article “Despite availability of funds, patients with rare Fabry Disease yet to be given treatment, says support society” published in The Hindu on 1st May 2023 What is the News? Lysosomal Storage Disorders Support Society has sought the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare’s immediate intervention for… Continue reading Despite availability of funds, patients with rare Fabry Disease yet to be given treatment, says support society

Dima Hasao insurgent group signs peace pact with Assam, Centre

Source: The post is based on the article “Dima Hasao insurgent group signs peace pact with Assam, Centre” published in The Hindu on 1st May 2023 What is the News? Dimasa National Liberation Army(DNLA) has signed a peace agreement with the Assam Government and the Centre. What is Dimasa National Liberation Army(DNLA)? Dimasa National Liberation… Continue reading Dima Hasao insurgent group signs peace pact with Assam, Centre

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