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HPV Vaccine: Protection, Side Effects, and Eligibility Explained

November 12, 2025

 

  • The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is a key preventive tool against cervical cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer deaths among women worldwide. It offers strong protection against high-risk HPV types, particularly types 16 and 18, which together account for about 70% of cervical cancer cases. When administered before HPV exposure, typically in adolescence, the vaccine provides long-lasting immunity and significantly reduces infection rates and precancerous lesions.

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India’s 2025–26 Sugar Output to Rise 18.6 percent ISMA Forecast

November 12, 2025

 

  • India’s sugar production is projected to increase by 18.6% to 30.95 million tonnes in the 2025–26 marketing year (October–September), according to estimates released by the Indian Sugar & Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA). The sharp rise comes after a subdued 2024–25 season, when production stood at 26.1 million tonnes, reflecting improved monsoon patterns, water availability, and crop health across key sugar-producing states.

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Sri Lanka’s One Health Drive Against Antimicrobial Resistance

November 12, 2025

 

  • Sri Lanka has intensified its national fight against Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) through a One Health approach, integrating human, animal, agricultural, and environmental sectors. The initiative seeks to preserve the effectiveness of lifesaving medicines while ensuring responsible antimicrobial use. Supported by WHO, FAO, WOAH, and the Fleming Fund, Sri Lanka’s strategy represents a model for coordinated public health governance in South Asia.

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Alexandr Wang to Lead Meta Superintelligence Labs

November 12, 2025

 

  • Meta has announced the appointment of Alexandr Wang, the 29-year-old founder of Scale AI, as the head of its newly established Superintelligence Labs, marking a major strategic move in the company’s race toward next-generation artificial intelligence. The appointment follows Meta’s multibillion-dollar investment in Scale AI, underscoring its commitment to building powerful AI systems grounded in robust data infrastructure and accelerated research cycles.

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India Skills Report 2026: Women Lead India’s Employability Surge

November 12, 2025

 

  • The India Skills Report (ISR) 2026, jointly released by ETS, in collaboration with CII, AICTE, AIU, and Taggd, highlights a major transformation in India’s employment landscape. India’s employability rate has climbed to 56.35%, with women surpassing men in job readiness for the first time. The 13th edition of the report underscores India’s emergence as a global talent hub driven by AI adoption, digital skilling, and the expanding gig economy.

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