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NASA SPHEREx Reveals Organic-Rich Chemistry of Interstellar Comet 3I-ATLAS

February 07, 2026

A rare interstellar object under scientific focus

NASA’s SPHEREx space telescope has provided fresh insights into 3I/ATLAS, only the third confirmed interstellar comet ever observed passing through the solar system. Observations carried out in December 2025 revealed complex chemistry and unexpected activity, offering scientists a rare opportunity to study material that formed far beyond the Sun’s influence.

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International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM Highlights Urgent Gaps in Global Elimination Efforts

February 07, 2026

Renewed Global Focus on Ending Female Genital Mutilation

The International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation, observed every year on February 6, has once again drawn international attention to one of the gravest violations of the rights of girls and women. Despite decades of advocacy and gradual progress, global agencies caution that the current pace of action is inadequate to achieve complete elimination by the 2030 deadline set under the Sustainable Development Goals.

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Alwar District Becomes India First to Achieve 100 Percent Insurance Coverage Milestone

February 07, 2026

Alwar Makes History as First Fully Insured District Under National 'Secure India' Vision

Alwar district in Rajasthan has achieved a landmark milestone by becoming the first district in India to attain 100% insurance coverage under the national 'Insurance for All by 2047' roadmap. This accomplishment marks a significant step toward the central vision of building a 'Secure India–Insured India' by ensuring comprehensive risk protection reaches the grassroots level.

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Iran Reaffirms Commitment to Chabahar Port Amid US Sanctions Uncertainty

February 07, 2026

India-Iran Chabahar Port Project Persists Despite Renewed US Sanctions Pressure

Iran has reiterated its strong support for the strategic Chabahar port project and expressed readiness to deepen cooperation with India, even as the initiative faces renewed uncertainty due to United States sanctions pressure. The development of the port, crucial for India's connectivity to Afghanistan and Central Asia while bypassing Pakistan, is navigating complex geopolitical headwinds.

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Centre Rejects Age of Consent Changes, Defends 18-Year Limit in POCSO Act

February 07, 2026

Government Stands Firm: No Dilution of POCSO Act's Age of Consent

The Union government has unequivocally rejected proposals to lower the age of consent or introduce exemptions in the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012. In a written reply in the Lok Sabha on February 7, 2026, the government stated that any such dilution would undermine child safety and increase exploitation risks, firmly closing the door on a recent judicial debate.

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