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SHRESTH – State Health Regulatory Excellence Index

Why in news? The Union Health Ministry launched SHRESTH – India’s first national framework to evaluate and rank state drug regulatory systems. The...

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UPSC: 100 Years of Commitment to Merit and Public Service

Why in news? The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will celebrate its centenary year from 1 October 2025 to 1 October 2026. Plans to commemorate ...

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18th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics

Why in news? India will host the 18th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) in 2025, bringing together more than 300 high‑scho...

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Toda Tribe – Preserving Endangered Languages

Why in news? The pastoral Toda community of the Nilgiri Hills is partnering with the Scheme for Protection and Preservation of Endangered Languages (S...

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Satellite Internet

Why in news? Elon Musk’s Starlink and other providers announced plans to offer satellite‑based internet services in India. The proposal promises t...

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India’s Unique Genetic Legacy

Why in news? A study published in the journal Cell drew attention to India’s unparalleled genetic diversity. It noted that ancient migrations, mixin...

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Supreme Court Order on Free‑Ranging Dogs

Why in news? In August 2025 the Supreme Court of India directed authorities in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram and Ghaziabad to capture all stray dogs and keep...

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Digital Push in Education: Access, Equity and Empathy

Why in news? Reports in 2025 noted the rapid spread of digital tools in India’s education system—from smart boards in rural anganwadis to online p...

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Dardanelles Strait

Why in news? The Dardanelles Strait came under media attention due to renewed geopolitical tensions in the Black Sea region and discussions about free...

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World Elephant Day 2025

Why in news? World Elephant Day is observed every year on 12 August to raise awareness about the importance of elephants and the threats they face. In...

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Envelope Dimer Epitope (EDE)

Why in news? Recent scientific studies have identified antibodies that target the Envelope Dimer Epitope (EDE) of the dengue virus and can neutralise ...

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Ladakh Statehood & Sixth Schedule

Why in news? Residents of Ladakh have renewed their demand for full statehood and constitutional safeguards under the Sixth Schedule. Civil society or...

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