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Why in NEWS The Union Health Ministry is integrating the Rare Donor Registry of India (RDRI) with the e-Rakt Kosh platform to ensure real-time access to rare blood types and improve coordination among blood banks nationwide. Key Concepts & Definitions Term Explanation Rare Donor Registry National database of rare blood group donors e-Rakt Kosh Centralized […]

Why in NEWS The Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation chaired the 25th Central Zonal Council meeting in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Organized by the Inter-State Council Secretariat and the UP Government, the meeting addressed key regional and inter-state cooperation issues. Key Concepts & Definitions Term Explanation Zonal Councils Statutory advisory bodies for regional cooperation, […]

Why in NEWS India is encouraging the use of insect-based feed in livestock and aquaculture to promote sustainability, improve animal gut health, and combat the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The initiative is spearheaded by ICAR in partnership with key research institutions. Key Concepts & Definitions Term Explanation Insect-Based Feed Protein-rich feed made from […]

Why in NEWS A recent report by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has revealed alarming deficiencies in India’s organ transplantation system. With only 13,476 kidney transplants in 2024—far below the estimated need of 1 lakh—the findings signal a crisis in accessibility, infrastructure, and regulation, demanding immediate systemic overhaul. Key Concepts & Definitions […]

Why in NEWS The Government of India has launched the NAVYA (Nurturing Aspirations through Vocational Training for Young Adolescent Girls) scheme to empower girls aged 16–18 years through skill development in non-traditional job roles. Key Terms & Concepts Term Explanation NAVYA Scheme Vocational training programme for girls aged 16–18 with Class 10 pass Non-traditional job […]

Why in NEWS In a landmark medical move, India has initiated presymptomatic treatment for a newborn diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) using Risdiplam, a rare and expensive disease-modifying drug. This is the first time such early intervention is being used to prevent motor neuron damage in SMA before symptoms appear. Key Terms / Concepts […]

Why in NEWS Scientists at CERN have successfully demonstrated nuclear transmutation by momentarily converting lead (Pb) into gold (Au) during high-energy ultra-peripheral collisions at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). Though the transformation lasted only for a nanosecond and in minuscule amounts, it highlights the cutting-edge frontiers of modern nuclear physics. Key Terms / Concepts Term […]

Why in NEWS Scientists at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru, discovered a rare helium-rich star named A980, exhibiting unprecedented germanium levels. This finding contradicts existing stellar evolution theories and opens new avenues in astrophysics research. Key Terms / Concepts Term Explanation Extreme Helium (EHe) Star A rare type of evolved star made almost […]

Why in NEWS In the June 2025 MPC meeting, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) noted the fragile global economic outlook. Despite a 100 basis points (bps) rate cut since February 2025, inflation remains sticky. With limited room for monetary expansion and rising external risks, the RBI shifted from an accommodative to a neutral policy […]

Why in NEWS India is witnessing a rise in alcohol consumption, which despite causing major health, social, and economic harm, remains unregulated by a centralised policy. This has triggered urgent calls for a National Alcohol Control Policy and Programme. Key Concepts / Definitions Term Explanation DALY (Disability-Adjusted Life Years) A measure of overall disease burden, […]