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Statins and Sepsis: Can a Common Heart Drug Lower the Risk of Death?

Sepsis—a condition in which the body’s response to infection spins out of control—remains one of the most dangerous and unpredictable medical emergencies. Every year, it takes the lives of countless people, often due to complications like organ failure or shock. But what if a drug that’s been used for decades, primarily to lower cholesterol, could […]

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Ahmedabad Plane Crash 2025: Former CM Vijay Rupani Among 269 Dead in India’s Worst Air Tragedy

On June 12, 2025, a tragedy of unimaginable scale struck the city of Ahmedabad. What should have been a normal international flight became India’s worst aviation accident in recent history. The London-bound Air India Dreamliner plane crashed minutes after takeoff, claiming the lives of 269 people, including former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani. As the flames

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Exercise Shakti 2025: India-France Joint Military Drill Begins June 18 in France

La Cavalerie, France | June 12, 2025: Strengthening their long-standing defence ties, India and France are set to begin the 8th edition of their joint military exercise ‘Shakti 2025’ at La Cavalerie in Southern France from June 18 to July 1. The two-week exercise is another crucial step toward strengthening the strategic partnership between the

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Air India Plane Crashes in Ahmedabad: 242 Onboard

Ahmedabad | June 12, 2025: In a horrific incident that has shocked the entire nation and the aviation world, Air India Plane flight AI-171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner bound for London Gatwick, crashed minutes after taking off from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon. The plane, carrying 242 people, including 230 passengers

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Mathura-Vrindavan rail project cancelled: Why was the ₹402 crore project shelved?

The Indian Railway Ministry has permanently cancelled the ambitious plan to convert the meter gauge rail line between Mathura and Vrindavan to broad gauge. The Mathura-Vrindavan rail project was estimated to cost around ₹402 crore, but considering it economically unviable and in view of the strong opposition from local residents, the Railways decided to close

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World Bank Cuts India’s FY26 GDP Forecast to 6.3%

June 2025, New Delhi — The World Bank has lowered its previous projections for India’s GDP growth in FY 2025–2026 to 6.3%, pointing to slow private investment and muted exports as the main factors slowing the economy. According to the World Bank’s most recent Global Economic Prospects report, India is still predicted to be the

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Strawberry Moon June 2025: Date, Time, Visibility & Viewing Tips in India

On the night of 11th June, 2025, a mesmerizing view was presented in the sky as the much-awaited Strawberry moon appeared in the Indian subcontinent. According to its name, the moon did not appear pink or red. Instead, it impressed the people with a warm, golden glow because it was low on the horizon, which

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India’s largest Battery Energy Storage System

India largest Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Initiative – 2025

Objective of India’s largest Battery Energy Storage Initiative (2025): The Government of India has launched an important scheme to promote battery energy storage systems in 2025. The main objective is to ensure an uninterrupted supply of renewable energy (solar and wind) and strengthen India’s energy security. The following are the main objectives of the Government

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Current Affairs: U.R. Sahu Becomes Chairman of Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC)

“U.R. Sahu, former DGP of Rajasthan, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) on June 9, 2025. Utkal Ranjan Sahu, widely known as U.R. Sahu, a seasoned IPS officer of the 1988 Rajasthan cadre, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC)

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Current Affairs Today – Latest News & Daily Updates [June 10, 2025]

Current Affairs Today – June 10, 2025: Daily GK and news updates for UPSC, SSC, Banking & other competitive exams. Stay ahead with top headlines and exam-focused insights. National Current Affairs  ➡ RBI Revises Bulk Fixed Deposit Limit New Threshold: Raised from ₹2 crore to ₹3 crore. Reason: To improve classification and liquidity management. Impact:

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