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Decoding dengue: India’s first prospective DNA vaccine against disease is promising; but challenges lie ahead
Source: The post is based on the article “Decoding dengue: India’s first prospective DNA vaccine against disease is promising; but challenges lie ahead” published in Down To Earth on 4th March 2023. What is the News? In a significant development in DNA vaccination research, India’s first and only DNA vaccine candidate for dengue has shown… Continue reading Decoding dengue: India’s first prospective DNA vaccine against disease is promising; but challenges lie ahead
Supreme Court eases norm for selection of consumer court presidents, members
Source: The post is based on the article “Supreme Court eases norm for selection of consumer court presidents, members” published in The Hindu on 4th March 2023. What is the News? The Supreme Court has used its extraordinary powers under Article 142 to attract younger talent to preside over consumer courts by reducing the mandatory… Continue reading Supreme Court eases norm for selection of consumer court presidents, members
Kuno Park unsuitable to host all 20 cheetahs, not enough prey, says scientist
Source: The post is based on the article “Kuno Park unsuitable to host all 20 cheetahs, not enough prey, says scientist” published in The Hindu on 4th March 2023. What is the News? The Kuno National Park(KNP) in Madhya Pradesh which currently hosts 20 cheetahs brought in from Africa, does not have enough prey to… Continue reading Kuno Park unsuitable to host all 20 cheetahs, not enough prey, says scientist
Quad members announce setting up of counter-terrorism working group
Source: The post is based on the article “Quad members announce setting up of counter-terrorism working group” published in The Hindu on 4th March 2023. What is the News? Quad leaders comprising the US, Japan, Australia, and India have issued a joint statement. What are the key highlights from the Quad statement? Announced setting up… Continue reading Quad members announce setting up of counter-terrorism working group
Women, Business and the Law 2023 report: India scores 74.4 in World Bank index on working women
Source: The post is based on the article “India scores 74.4 in World Bank index on working women” published in The Hindu on 4th March 2023. What is the News? The World Bank has released the Women, Business and the Law 2023 report. Based on this report, the World Bank has released the “Index on… Continue reading Women, Business and the Law 2023 report: India scores 74.4 in World Bank index on working women
U.S.-CDC probe into cough syrup deaths in The Gambia pins blame on Indian manufacturer
Source: The post is based on the article “U.S.-CDC probe into cough syrup deaths in The Gambia pins blame on Indian manufacturer” published in The Hindu on 4th March 2023. What is the News? The US Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) investigation has found that contaminated medications made by India-based Maiden Pharmaceuticals were… Continue reading U.S.-CDC probe into cough syrup deaths in The Gambia pins blame on Indian manufacturer
Select Central staff can opt for Old Pension Scheme
Source: The post is based on the article “Select Central staff can opt for Old Pension Scheme” published in The Hindu on 4th March 2023. What is the News? The Central Government has given a select group of central government employees a one-time option to opt for the Old Pension Scheme(OPS). Who is allowed to… Continue reading Select Central staff can opt for Old Pension Scheme
World Bank to lend $1 billion to support India’s health sector
Source: The post is based on the article “World Bank to lend $1 billion to support India’s health sector” published in The Hindu on 4th March 2023. What is the News? The World Bank is lending up to $1 billion to help India with preparedness for future pandemics as well as to strengthen its health… Continue reading World Bank to lend $1 billion to support India’s health sector
Choosing the watchdog: On Election Commissioners appointment
Source: The post is based on the article “Choosing the watchdog: On Election Commissioners appointment” published in The Hindu on 4th MaChoosing the watchdog: On Election Commissioners appointment023. What is the News? A five-judge bench of the Supreme Court (SC) unanimously ruled that the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner(CEC) and the Election Commissioners(EC) shall… Continue reading Choosing the watchdog: On Election Commissioners appointment
