Current affairs

From Brain Drain to Brain Gain

Context: India has become the largest source of international students in the U.S.; with a record-breaking 3,31,602 students enrolled in 2023-24, according to the Open Doors Report 2024. Challenges in Transforming India into a Global Education Hub Funding Constraints Indian...

Marine Heat Waves (MHWs), Reasons and Impact

Context: The MHWs off the coast of Western Australia (WA) in January 2025 led to the death of over 30,000 fish according to a study conducted by the non-profit group Climate Central. What Are Marine Heatwaves (MHWs)? MHWs are extreme...

How Beggar-Thy-Neighbour Policies can Make Global Trade?

Beggar-thy-neighbour policies are economic strategies employed by a country with the goal of improving its own economic conditions at the expense of other nations. These protectionist measures generally lead to conflicts, such as trade wars or currency devaluations, which can...

Delhi Election Result 2025, Massive Victory For BJP after 27 Years

The much-anticipated Delhi Assembly Election Results 2025 have been declared, marking a significant political shift in the capital. With the counting of votes completed, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has emerged victorious after 26 years, unseating the Aam Aadmi Party...

Nutraceuticals Sector in India, Government Initiatives and Challenges

Context: The Indian government is keen to provide necessary help to the nutraceuticals sector to reach its full potential. The global nutraceutical market is currently estimated at approximately $400 billion, integrating aspects of food, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. Despite this significant...

Gaia BH3: The Largest Stellar-Mass Black Hole in the Milky Way

Overview Gaia BH3 is the third black hole discovered by the European Space Agency’s Gaia telescope. It holds the title of the largest stellar-mass black hole in the Milky Way galaxy. Key Facts About Gaia BH3  Location: Constellation Aquila Distance...

India’s First Ferret Research Facility: GARBHINI-DRISHTI

GARBHINI-DRISHTI is a data dashboard designed to provide a comprehensive overview of maternal and neonatal health outcomes. It integrates clinical data, medical images, and biospecimens to support research and improve maternal healthcare in India. Key Features  One of South Asia’s...

SC Questions Assam on Delay in Deporting Declared Foreigners

Context: While hearing a petition on illegal immigrants, SC has questioned Assam on indefinite detention of declared foreigners instead of deporting them. Directives issued by Supreme Court The Supreme Court emphasized that once a person is declared a foreigner, they...

SC to wait for Central Forensic Science Lab (CFSL) Report

Context: The Supreme Court will await a CFSL report on the authenticity of audio recordings allegedly implicating Manipur CM N. Biren Singh in the state's ethnic violence. About Central Forensic Science Lab (CFSL) CFSL is a scientific department that analyzes...

Suzetrigine – A New Non-Opioid Painkiller

Context The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved suzetrigine, a non-opioid painkiller developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals.  What Are Opioids? Opioids are a class of drugs that are either derived from or mimic natural substances found in the...