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KALINJAR FORT DECLARED NATIONAL GEO-HERITAGE SITE

GSI recently declared Kalinjar Fort a National Geo-Heritage Site for its rare 1.3-billion-year geological gap. While this boosts Bundelkhand’s tourism, lack of statutory protection leaves such sites vulnerable. Experts urge passing the Geo-heritage Bill to ensure preservation.

CHILDHOOD OBESITY CRISIS: INDIAN CHILDREN ARE BOTH UNDERNOURISHED AND OBESE

India faces a serious childhood obesity crisis, ranking second globally while still battling undernutrition. Rapid urbanization, ultra-processed foods, and sedentary lifestyles drive the problem. Rising obesity increases non-communicable diseases, psychological stress, and economic costs, demanding stronger policies, awareness, and healthier food environments.

DOWRY SYSTEM IN INDIA: LAW, CHALLENGES, WAY FORWARD

Dowry results in violence against women, leading to deaths and severe harassment, particularly among vulnerable socioeconomic groups. Despite stringent laws, including the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), its practice persists due to social sanction, patriarchy, and low conviction rates, highlighting a wide gap between law and implementation.

Does Rain Make Ocean Water More Buoyant?

Does rain over the ocean make the surface water more buoyant? Scientists have long suspected this since rainwater is fresh and lighter than the ocean.  However, a new study by researchers at the University of Washington in Seattle, US, discovered that the answer is far more difficult.

In referring to Elections under the Cholas, PM Modi invoked a historical truth

LINGUISTIC REORGANIZATION OF STATES: CHALLENGES AND CONSEQUENCES

The debate over linguistic division of states began in 1920, with the Indian National Congress initially supporting linguistic boundaries. However, the Dhar Commission rejected language as a primary basis for state reorganisation. The 1953 Andhra State was the first created on a linguistic basis. The 1956 Act unified states, enhancing democracy, cultural preservation, and reduced separatism.