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Defend Farmers’ Rights, Protect Genetic Resources, Scientists Tell Government Ahead of Lima Meet

November 11, 2025

 

  • Ahead of the 11th Session of the Governing Body of the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (ITPGRFA) in Lima, Peru (November 24–29, 2025), a group of Indian scientists has urged the government to take a strong stance to protect India’s farmers’ rights and national sovereignty over genetic resources.

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Ammonium Nitrate Seized in Faridabad: Understanding the Threat

November 11, 2025

 

  • In a major counter-terror operation, the Haryana Police have seized over 2,900 kilograms of ammonium nitrate and other explosive-making materials from two houses in Faridabad. The recovery included an assault rifle, multiple explosive timers, and a large cache of ammunition. The seizure has triggered national security alerts as ammonium nitrate, though commonly used as a fertiliser, can be turned into a powerful explosive under certain conditions.

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James Webb Telescope Finds Many Sub-Neptunes May Be Rocky Within

November 11, 2025

 

  • A new study based on James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) data has challenged long-standing assumptions about sub-Neptunes, the most common class of exoplanets found in our galaxy. Once thought to host global magma oceans beneath thick hydrogen-rich atmospheres, new modelling now suggests that many of these worlds may actually possess solid rocky interiors.

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Manu Bhaker Misses Podium at ISSF World Championships

November 11, 2025

 

  • India’s shooting stars Manu Bhaker and Esha Singh narrowly missed out on medals in the women’s 10m air pistol final at the ISSF World Championships 2025, while the Indian team managed to secure a silver medal in the team event. Despite promising starts, both shooters faltered during the elimination phase in a highly competitive final round.

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Arshi Gupta Becomes First Indian Female Karting Champion

November 11, 2025

 

  • Nine-year-old Arshi Gupta has made history by becoming the first Indian female and the youngest-ever champion in the FMSCI National Karting Championship (Rotax). She clinched the 2025 Micro Max title at Meco Kartopia, Bengaluru, competing against boys and girls aged 8–12. Representing Leapfrog Racing, the young prodigy from Delhi Public School, Faridabad, sealed the championship in only her second competitive season, marking a landmark moment for Indian motorsport.

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