In a historic move, Uganda, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) and global partners, has initiated the first-ever clinical trial for a vaccine targeting the Sudan species of the Ebola virus. This trial was launched a mere four days after the outbreak was confirmed on January 30, showcasing an extraordinary pace for a randomized vaccine […]
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Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has taken a significant step towards sustainability by becoming a signatory of the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF). This decision underscores the bank’s dedication to measuring and reporting its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions linked to its financed activities. Through this initiative, IOB is not only aligning with global best practices
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India has recently taken a significant step towards advancing biomedical research with the inauguration of its first Ferret Research Facility at the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) in Faridabad, Haryana. This facility marks a major advancement in the country’s efforts to strengthen research on infectious and non-communicable diseases. The inauguration was led by
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A recent study has shown that climate change is expected to have a major effect on cocoa production in West and Central Africa, which provides more than 70% of the world’s cocoa. The research, carried out in Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria, and Cameroon, forecasts that by 2050, almost 50% of the areas currently suitable for
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has launched the newest version of its structural analysis software, Finite Element Analysis of Structures (FEAST) 2025, during the 8th National Finite Element Developers’/FEAST Users’ Meet (NAFED08) at IIT Hyderabad. This event, organized in partnership with the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), gathered more than 250 experts from academia,
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Oceans, which cover more than 70% of the Earth’s surface, play a crucial role in regulating our climate and providing food and livelihoods for billions of people. Unfortunately, they are under serious threat from pollution, overfishing, climate change, and habitat destruction. To safeguard marine life and promote the sustainable use of ocean resources, new initiatives
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South Indian Bank (SIB) has made a significant move to support the burgeoning startup ecosystem in India. The bank has rolled out two specialized current account products for startups: the SIB Business Startup Current Account and the SIB Corporate Startup Current Account. These accounts offer a range of benefits that aim to simplify banking for
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In response to the growing demand for cannabis cultivation and the worldwide acknowledgment of its medicinal, agricultural, and industrial benefits, the Himachal Pradesh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, has approved a pilot project for cannabis (hemp) farming. The project aims to explore the potential benefits of cannabis cultivation in the
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In 2024, India recorded a notable 60% jump in gold investments, amounting to $18 billion (about ₹1.5 lakh crore), according to a report by the World Gold Council (WGC). This increase was driven by rising gold prices, reduced import duties, and heightened demand during festive seasons. India’s gold investment demand hit 239 tonnes—the highest level
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President Donald Trump signed an executive order that had a major effect on U.S. participation in various United Nations organizations, such as the U.N. Human Rights Council and UNRWA, which provides humanitarian assistance to Palestinians. The order also initiated a review of U.S. funding to the U.N. and its related agencies. Trump’s choice to withdraw
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