Stargardt Disease: Researchers from Switzerland say they have developed a gene editing technique that could perhaps help treat Stargardt disease. It is also known as Stargardt macular degeneration. It is commonly caused by changes in a gene, ABCA4. This gene influences how the human body uses Vitamin A. It is an inherited disease that leads […]
Oysters’ Antimicrobial Properties
Oysters’ Antimicrobial Properties: According to new research, antimicrobial proteins isolated from oyster hemolymph (the equivalent of blood) can kill certain drug resistant-bacteria.The proteins can also improve the efficacy of conventional antibiotics against resistant bacteria species. Antimicrobial proteins and peptides from oyster hemolymph can:Kill bacteria like Streptococcus spp., responsible for pneumonia, tonsillitis, and rheumatic fever. It […]
Boreal Forests
Boreal Forests: A study reveals that nearly half of the world’s boreal forests are undergoing major changes due to climate change, increasing wild fire risks and altering their carbon sink role.Boreal forests are warming four times faster than the global average. Boreal forests are transitioning to an open state (with sparse tree cover), reducing their […]
Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025
Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025: The World Economic Forum (WEF) has recently released the Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025 report. The report highlights rising cyber threats to critical infrastructure, driven by geopolitical tensions, outdated systems, and a cybersecurity skills gap, stressing the need for enhanced security and resilience.In 2024 there was a sharp increase in phishing and […]
Saint Narahari Tirtha
Saint Narahari Tirtha: A three-foot statue of 13th century saint Narahari Tirtha depicting him with script on palm leaves and flanked by devotees was discovered at Simhachalam Temple in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.Saint Narahari Tirtha (1243-1333 AD) was a Dvaita philosopher, intellectual, scholar, statesman and saint in the Madhva tradition.He hailed from Chikakolu (modern-day Srikakulam) in […]
Renaming Gulf of Mexico and Denali
Renaming Gulf of Mexico and Denali: US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America and revert Denali to Mount McKinley, to honor American greatness.Governance on Naming: International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) (US and Mexico are members), ensures uniformity but allows domestic alternative names, with no […]
Use of wind turbines along railway tracks
Use of wind turbines along railway tracks: Indian Railways (IR) is exploring the use of wind turbines along railway tracks as part of its goal to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030.A pilot project by Western Railway installed mini vertical-axis turbines generating 1-10 kW of electricity, harnessing wind from passing trains.By November 2024, IR commissioned […]
New president of the Athletics Federation of India
New president of the Athletics Federation of India: Bahadur Singh Sagoo has been elected as the new president of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI).Bahadur Singh Sagoo is a one-time Asian medallist and two-time national champion, won a gold medal in the shot put at the 2002 Busan Asian Games. He also competed in the […]
US withdrawal from WHO
US withdrawal from WHO: Recently, the United States, under President Donald Trump, has signed an executive order to withdraw from WHO, citing reasons such as mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and the lack of reforms within the organization. Reasons behind this is Mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic,Perceived political bias within the organization,Unequal financial burden on […]
Takers, Not Makers Report : Oxfam Report
Takers, Not Makers Report : Oxfam Report The Oxfam International report, titled Takers, Not Makers, highlights the wealth extracted from India during British colonial rule, emphasizing the enduring economic and social inequalities shaped by colonial exploitation.$64.82 trillion extracted from India by Britain (1765–1900), adjusted for today’s value. 33.8 trillion (52%) enriched the UK’s richest 10%; […]
