Context: The Coffee Board of India has forecasted a significant decline in coffee production for the 2024-25 season due to high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Coffee thrives in a temperature range of 15°C to 28°C and requires 150-250 cm of rainfall. The Coffee Board has urged coffee-growing districts to form …

Context: Overuse of antibiotics poses significant risks, especially to the human microbiome. While antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a well-known issue, the impact on the microbiome is often overlooked. The microbiome consists of various microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Gut microbiome: Essential for digestion, immune function, and nutrient production. Skin …

Context: In India, although over half of the 642 million eligible voters are women, women’s safety issues receive little attention from political candidates, highlighting a significant discrepancy. Current Situation: Daily, approximately 90 rape cases are reported, nearly half of the women experience domestic violence, and two-thirds of Dalit women face …

Context: Mizoram’s efforts to amend its reservation rules have been complicated by a Supreme Court ruling that supports the right of states to sub-classify Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs). Prior to this ruling, the Mizoram Government had paused the sub-classification of the state’s ST quota in higher education …