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Women have been mapping the world for centuries – and now they’re speaking up for the people left out of those maps
Although women have always been part of the mapping landscape, their contributions to cartography have long been overlooked. Mapmaking has traditionally featured men, from Mercator’s projection of the world in…
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‘Inoculation’ helps people spot political deepfakes, study finds
Informing people about political deepfakes through text-based information and interactive games both improve people’s ability to spot AI-generated video and audio that falsely depict politicians, according to a study my…
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Medicare is experimenting with having AI review claims – a cost-saving measure that could risk denying needed care
Grace Mackleby, University of Southern California and Jeff Marr, Brown University Medicare has launched a six-year pilot program that could eventually transform access to health care for some of the…
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Potoroos digging for ‘truffles’ keep their forests healthy – but for how long?
Think truffles and you’ll probably think of France. But Australia is actually a global hotspot for truffle-like fungi, boasting hundreds of different species. Like culinary truffles, these truffle-like fungi produce…
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India Advocates People-Centric Development at UN Discussion
During a recent UN discussion on “Leveraging outcomes of the Second World Summit for Social Development from Copenhagen to Doha,” India presented its comprehensive rights-based and inclusive approach to development.…
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India Enhances Support for Senior Citizens with New Initiatives
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has ramped up efforts to improve the welfare of senior citizens across India. New initiatives focus on bolstering long-term care infrastructure, assisted living…
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Govt Partners with Physics Wallah for Free Coaching Initiative
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is making strides in promoting inclusive education by offering free online coaching to aspiring students from marginalized backgrounds in India. This initiative will…
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New Act Guarantees Wage Employment and Rural Development
The Government of India has announced the implementation of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin), known as the VB-GRAM G Act 2025. This landmark legislation aims…
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India Tightens Edible Oil Regulations for Enhanced Transparency
The Government of India has taken significant steps to increase regulatory control over the edible oil sector with the introduction of the Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability (Regulation) Amendment…
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Maharashtra’s Bullet Train Project Breaks New Ground with Second Tunnel
In a remarkable advancement for India’s Bullet Train Project, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the completion of the second mountain tunnel in Palghar, Maharashtra. Stretching 454 metres in length and…
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Government Launches Support Scheme for Cooperative Sugar Mills
The Ministry of Cooperation has introduced a new initiative aimed at easing the operational and financial challenges faced by Cooperative Sugar Mills (CSMs). Titled the “Central Sector Scheme-Grant-in-aid to NCDC…
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New Guidelines Unveiled for Lung Cancer Treatment in India
Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, launched the “Lung Cancer Treatment and Palliation: Evidence-Based Guidelines” in New Delhi today, coinciding with the eve of World…
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India Boosts Agricultural Support with Quality Seeds and Fertilizers
The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (DA&FW) is actively working to ensure that farmers across India have timely access to quality seeds and fertilizers. This initiative involves regular assessments…
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India Boosts Farmer Welfare Through Comprehensive Schemes
The Government of India is rolling out an extensive array of both Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes aimed at enhancing the welfare of farmers across the nation. These programs…
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India Boosts Agricultural Support with Increased Budget and New Initiatives
The Government of India is ramping up its support for the agricultural sector, significantly increasing budget allocations to enhance farmers’ welfare. Starting from a budget of Rs. 21,933.50 crore in…
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