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Japan imposes state of emergency in Tokyo as COVID19 cases surge, ban on spectators at Olympics events on the cards
Japan registered 920 new cases yesterday, on July 7. It is the second highest number of COVID19 cases recorded in Japan in a day after it reported 1,010 cases on May 13. More details here.
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KisanMitr provides technological solutions for farmers’ problems: Indian Council of Agricultural Research
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research has stated that providing technical training to a farmer will have a cascading effect on rural development as many more farmers will get to learn from a trained farmer.
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Uttar Pradesh to allow Kanwar Yatra this year as CM Yogi Adityanath asks admin to ensure COVID guidelines
In contrast to Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand government has appealed to officers of the neighbouring states to ask devotees not to come to Haridwar this month for the annual pilgrimage that involves collecting water from the Ganga river.
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13-year-old girl, 38-year-old ‘bridegroom’ and a payment of Rs 100,000 for ‘marriage’
Swift action by police and district administration stops child marriages in Mirzapur and Sonbhadra districts of Uttar Pradesh. But non-profits and activists warn such incidents will only rise due to the COVID19 pandemic.
Brijendra Dubey
Explained: African Swine Fever, world’s biggest animal disease outbreak; India affected too
The northeastern state of Mizoram is presently battling a crisis in its livestock as the outbreak of African swine fever has wreaked havoc on the pig population. The state, which consumes pork as its staple, has so far culled 9,000 pigs in the last three months. What is this disease about? Details here.
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Study explores agro-residue’s potential in creating alternative, eco-friendly textile fibre — farmers expected to benefit
A study highlighted that agricultural waste can reap triple benefits of sustainable fashion, improved rural livelihoods and reduced environmental impact. The research also provides a roadmap to create sustainable fibre value chains.
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New study links giloy to liver damage, AYUSH ministry terms it ‘completely misleading’ — what’s the controversy?
The Union Ministry of AYUSH has cited alleged shortcomings in a study that linked the use of giloy to a higher risk of liver damage. What is the controversy about? Details here.
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How ‘uncontrolled, unplanned’ irrigation in northern India affects monsoon rainfall?
Climate researchers have found that excessive irrigation across the northern India is shifting the monsoon rainfall towards the northwestern parts of the country, putting the paddy farmers at an increased risk of crop failure. What is the relationship between irrigation and monsoon rainfall — a researcher explains.
Shivani Gupta
Lambda variant of COVID19 found in Australia — touted as more infectious than all other variants
The World Health Organization (WHO) has stated that the variant’s mutations could increase its transmissibility or possibly heighten its resistance to neutralising antibodies.
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WATCH: Why is Bihar hit by floods every year — an expert explains at Gaon Cafe
With the advent of the monsoon season, floods have yet again caused mayhem in Bihar. Thousands of people have been displaced, their livelihoods disrupted and risk of diseases soars high. Why Bihar witnesses such floods every year? Details here.