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Continental mantle earthquakes

Researchers at Stanford University have produced the first-ever global map of a rare category of earthquakes that occur deep within the Earth’s mantle rather than in its crust. The findings have been published in the journal Science. The mantle is the thick layer sandwiched between the Earth’s thin outer crust and its molten core. While most earthquakes originate in the cold, brittle crust at depths of about 10 to 29 Read More …

Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSDs)

In a major step toward advancing rare disease research, scientists from 28 medical and research institutions across six States and two Union Territories have established India’s first government-supported national biobank dedicated to Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSDs) — a group of rare inherited metabolic conditions. The initiative integrates biological samples from 530 patients across 15 States, along with detailed clinical, biochemical and genetic data. The biobank aims to address the long-standing Read More …

Tulbul Navigation Project (TNP)

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on February 10 informed the J&K Legislative Assembly that his government is working with the Centre to revive two projects that had been put into abeyance following objections from Pakistan under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). One of the key projects under consideration is the Tulbul Navigation Project (TNP). Also known as the Wular Barrage, the Tulbul Navigation Project was first conceived in Read More …

AgriStack

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her Budget Speech on February 1, announced the launch of Bharat-VISTAAR (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources), a multilingual AI-powered platform aimed at strengthening India’s digital agriculture ecosystem. The tool will integrate the AgriStack portals with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)’s package of agricultural practices, enabling seamless access to agricultural data and AI-driven advisory services for farmers. AgriStack: Digital Public Infrastructure for Read More …

Valley of the Kings

Researchers have documented nearly 30 inscriptions in Tamil-Brahmi, Sanskrit and Prakrit across six tombs in Egypt’s Theban Necropolis in the Valley of the Kings. Of the roughly 30 inscriptions identified, around 20 are in Tamil-Brahmi, while the remaining 10 are in Sanskrit, Prakrit and Gandhari-Kharosthi scripts. The findings point to the presence of Indian visitors in Egypt during the early centuries of the Common Era. Tamil-Brahmi Inscription Reveals Cultural Links Read More …

Centre Issues Fresh Guidelines on Singing of ‘Vande Mataram’

The Union government has issued a fresh set of guidelines directing that all six stanzas of the National Song Vande Mataram should be sung or played before the National Anthem Jana Gana Mana whenever both are performed at an event. The instructions, uploaded on the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) website on February 6, clarify the protocol to be followed during official functions and public events. According to the guidelines, Read More …

‘India’s doctor-population ratio improves to 1:811’

India’s doctor-to-population ratio has improved to one doctor for every 811 people, surpassing the benchmark of one doctor per 1,000 population often cited as the World Health Organization’s norm, the Union government informed Parliament on Tuesday. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav said the estimate is based on the latest data from Health Dynamics of India (Infrastructure Read More …

India designated ‘Country of the Year’ at Germany’s BIOFACH 2026

India has been designated as the ‘Country of the Year’ at BIOFACH 2026, the world’s leading trade fair for organic products, held from February 10 to 13 in Nuremberg, Germany. The recognition highlights India’s growing global footprint in the organic agriculture sector. The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) spearheaded India’s participation at the prestigious event, showcasing a prominent and high-impact presence. The India Pavilion featured exhibitors Read More …

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Delhi Announces ‘Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana’

The Delhi Government has announced the launch of a new welfare initiative, ‘Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana’, aimed at securing the educational and financial future of girls in the national capital. The scheme will replace the existing Ladli Scheme (2008). Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated that the new scheme integrates social security with education-linked incentives, reinforcing the government’s long-term commitment to gender equity, financial inclusion, and human capital development. Key Features of Read More …

National Large Solar Telescope (NLST)

In a major push to astronomical research, the Union Budget 2026–27 has sanctioned the establishment of two new state-of-the-art telescopes in Ladakh, along with the upgradation of an existing facility. The move is expected to significantly strengthen India’s capabilities in studying the Sun and exploring the origins of the universe. National Large Solar Telescope (NLST) One of the key projects approved is the National Large Solar Telescope (NLST), a 2-metre Read More …

Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025

Transparency International on 10 February 2026 released its 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), revealing persistent challenges in public sector integrity worldwide, with weak institutions and democratic backsliding particularly affecting Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The annual CPI ranks 182 countries and territories by perceived levels of public sector corruption on a 0–100 scale (0 = highly corrupt, 100 = very clean). Key Global Findings Top and Bottom Performers Regional Spotlight: Read More …

Opposition Moves No-Confidence Motion Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

he Opposition on February 10 moved a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, invoking constitutional provisions that allow for the removal of the Speaker through a formal resolution. Constitutional Provision The removal of the Speaker or Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha is governed by Article 94(c) of the Constitution of India. The Article provides for the vacation, resignation and removal of these constitutional office-holders. Under Article 94(c): Read More …