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WHO recommends 2nd malaria vaccine — why Oxford-SII shot is likely to cost less, have wider reach

The R21 or Matrix-M vaccine has been developed by scientists at Oxford University & is the 2nd to receive WHO recommendation, after RTS,S or AS01 (brand name Mosquirix), approved in 2021.

Victory for ‘India Out’? What ‘pro-China’ Muizzu’s win in Maldives means for island nation & Delhi

Mohamed Muizzu, from People’s National Congress-Progressive Party of Maldives coalition, won around 54% votes in presidential polls against 46% for 'India-friendly' incumbent Ibrahim Solih.

Do RBI’s rules go easy on wilful defaulters? What latest notification has to say

RBI has issued consolidated rules on wilful defaulters, dealing with their definition and treatment, including when the controversial compromise settlement process is involved.

Musk’s Neuralink to test brain-chip in humans after FDA nod. How it’s meant to work & key concerns

The company aims to use brain-computer interface technology to treat brain diseases & enhance human capabilities with a chip implanted in the brain. But it faces ethical & scientific challenges.

What’s 5 Eyes, intel alliance Canada ‘lobbied for joint action’ in Nijjar affair, and its take on row

A news report says Canada's request to its intelligence-sharing allies was met with refusals. Meanwhile, country's foreign ministry denies that requests for 'public condemnation' were sent.

SC to revisit judgment protecting MPs, MLAs who take cash for votes. What it could mean

The Supreme Court referred a 1998 judgment that provided immunity to MPs and MLAs in cash-for-votes cases to a seven-judge bench Wednesday, citing chance to ‘straighten the law’.

Who decides Pakistan poll dates, president or poll panel? The latest in Pakistan election imbroglio

Pakistan was due to hold elections this year to elect its next federal govt, but a host of twists and turns appears to have thrown the schedule off by several months.

Alarm as IPC replacement draft ‘omits Section 377’: What about sexual assault on men, marital rape?

Proposed Bharatiya Nyaya Samhita, 2023 has scrapped Section 377, which offered gender-neutral protection against ‘unnatural sex’ while also safeguarding animals.

Why homeowners are celebrating RBI’s latest order to banks on asset-related papers

Central bank has issued new rules regarding quick release of loan-related asset documents, which are expected to benefit borrowers, especially homeowners.

4th Nipah outbreak in Kerala since 2018: Origin of virus & why it strikes southern state so often

Nipah’s high mortality — 40-75 percent, according to the WHO — has sent the state and central governments rushing to limit its spread after the emergence of latest outbreak.

On Camera

India’s strategic pillars are crumbling. Complacency is not an option

Within the modern-day Samudra Manthan lies the opportunity for India to redefine its role on the world stage by building a robust, adaptive security architecture.

Navigating Trump’s tariffs is no child’s play. Indian toymakers are losing out on orders, enquiries

Indian toymakers are now exploring new markets, but they want govt to negotiate a trade deal with US soon, introduce incentives and subsidies to make the industry more competitive.

What is Project Sudarshan Chakra, announced by Modi from ramparts of Red Fort

The project is meant to be a ‘protective shield that will keep expanding’, the PM said. It is on the lines of the ‘Golden Dome’ announced by Trump, it is learnt.

War of IAF, PAF doctrines: As Pakistan obsesses over numbers, India embraces risk, wins

Now that both IAF and PAF have made formal claims of having shot down the other’s aircraft in the 87-hour war in May, we can ask a larger question: do such numbers really matter?