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Chandrayaan-3 Confirms Lunar Magma Ocean Hypothesis with Groundbreaking Findings Near Moon’s South Pole

(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 10) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context: Chandrayaan-3’s findings provide new insights into the composition and formation of the Moon’s southern latitudes, supporting the lunar magma ocean hypothesis.  Analysis of News:   What is the Chandrayaan 3 Mission? The Chandrayaan 3 Mission was launched using the LVM3 rocket system….

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Opposition members raise an array of objections to Waqf Amendment Bill

Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Context ●  The Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024 has sparked intense debate in Parliament, with opposition parties objecting to excessive government control, non-Muslim board members, and deed record requirements. ●   Criticism also includes concerns about the District Collector’s role and…

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When sweltering heat turns public hospitals into potential ‘death traps’

Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Context ● India’s crumbling healthcare infrastructure, exacerbated by the current severe heatwave, has led to overcrowded, poorly ventilated hospitals where patients suffer from heat-related illnesses. ● The lack of adequate cooling and poor management contribute to worsened…

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A look at ongoing Indian space missions

Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10 Context ●  Over the past year, ISRO has achieved notable milestones, enhancing its capabilities and expanding its role in space exploration. ● The organisation has been focused on developing new technologies, improving its launch systems, and fostering collaborations…

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India and Malaysia Elevate Ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, Focus on Trade, Defense, and Regional Security

(Source: Indian Express; Section: Govt & Politics; Page: 06) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context: India and Malaysia have elevated their bilateral relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. This marks Ibrahim’s first visit to India as Prime Minister…..

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Laws are not enough when safety norms in hospitals are low: SC

Laws are not enough when safety norms in hospitals are low: SC Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Context ● The Supreme Court highlighted that stringent laws protecting medical professionals exist, but they fall short without improved hospital safety standards. ● In the…

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Retail Food Inflation Drops Sharply to 5.4% in July, But Uncertainty Persists

(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 07) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Context: Retail food inflation dropped to 5.4% in July 2024 from 9.4% in June, primarily due to a high base effect from July 2023.  Analysis of News:                                        What is Inflation? Inflation refers to the overall increase in the prices of goods and…

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How blood-based tests for cancer screening could save lives

Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Context ●  Blood-based cancer tests, including multi-cancer early detection (MCED) tests, offer a promising non-invasive method for early cancer detection. ● They can identify multiple cancer types from a single blood sample, potentially improving survival rates and reducing…

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WHO Declares Mpox a Global Health Emergency Again Amid Rising Cases in Africa

  Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health GS3 – Science and Technology   Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) due to a significant rise in cases, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and neighboring countries. This is…