Human Papillomavirus: The Union Health Ministry is set to launch a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme targeting girls aged 14 years HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI). More than 95% of cervical cancer is caused by the HPV virus. The virus that causes HPV infection is transmitted through skin-to-skin contact. Most […]
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SUJVIKA Portal
SUJVIKA Portal: The Union Minister of Science & Technology launched the SUJVIKA Portal during the 40th foundation day of the Department of Biotechnology. It is an AI driven Biotech Product Data Portal. It is developed in collaboration with Industry partners ABLE. SUJVIKA is a Trade Statistics Digital Intelligence Platform that presents authenticated biotechnology product import […]
National Counter-Terrorism Policy and Strategy: PRAHAAR
National Counter-Terrorism Policy and Strategy: PRAHAAR The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) unveiled India’s first-ever comprehensive National Counter-Terrorism Policy and Strategy, titled ‘PRAHAAR’. This marks a paradigm shift from a reactive security stance to a proactive, intelligence-driven doctrine. PRAHAAR: The strategy is an acronym representing the core pillars of India’s proactive defense mechanism: Prevention of […]
IEA Full Membership for India
IEA Full Membership for India: The International Energy Agency (IEA) welcomed progress on India’s request for full membership, marking a significant step in integrating the world’s 3rd-largest energy consumer into global energy governance.India, an IEA associate member since 2017, faces a complex path to full membership as the IEA framework restricts it to Organisation for […]
16th Edition of Exercise Vajra Prahar
16th Edition of Exercise Vajra Prahar: The 16th edition of the India-US joint special forces exercise ‘Vajra Prahar’ began at the Special Forces Training School in Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh.Vajra Prahar First conducted in India in 2010, the exercise is held alternately in India and the US. The previous edition was held in Idaho, US.It involves […]
7th edition of the annual Joint Military Exercise ‘Dharma Guardian
7th edition of the annual Joint Military Exercise ‘Dharma Guardian: The 7th edition of the annual Joint Military Exercise ‘Dharma Guardian’ between the Indian Army and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) commenced in Chaubattia, Uttarakhand.The primary objective is to strengthen military collaboration and enhance combined capabilities to undertake joint operations in a semi-urban environment.The […]
Lenacapavir
Lenacapavir: Zimbabwe has begun rolling out lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable HIV prevention medicine. It is the new long-acting injectable HIV-prevention drug. It is the first twice-yearly injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV, offering a highly effective, long-acting alternative to daily oral pills. PrEP is a medication that can reduce the risk of HIV infection for […]
Traditional Knowledge Digital Library
Traditional Knowledge Digital Library: The National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI), Brazil and the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), India have entered into a cooperation arrangement on access to the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library. It is a unique initiative, established in 2001 by the Government of India through collaboration between CSIR and the […]
Vaan Island
Vaan Island: A decade-long artificial reef restoration of Vaan Island generated socio-ecological benefits worth ₹61.67 crore—over twice its inflation-adjusted cost, according to a technical assessment by the Tamil Nadu Coastal Restoration Mission and its partners. Vaan is located in the Gulf of Mannar, which was declared a marine biodiversity park in 1986. It is part […]
Sayyad-3G Missile
Sayyad-3G Missile: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy recently tested the Sayyad-3G air defense missile. It is a naval surface-to-air defense missile developed by Iran. Derived from the land-based Sayyad-3 missile, the Sayyad-3G has been adapted for maritime use, providing medium-range air defense for warships and naval vessels. It is launched from ships via […]
