Tuberculosis and Findings of the WHO Global TB Report 2025 About India
Why in the news? As per the recent Global TB Report 2025 published shows tuberculosis incidence is falling in India by 21% a year. Tuberculosis Cause: Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Affecting Body … Continue reading
Riverbank Erosion
Why in the news? The Brahmaputra, Teesta, and Dharla rivers have become unpredictable, eroding land faster than ever before. Riverbank Erosion Definition: Riverbank erosion refers to the removal of soil and sediment from riverbanks due to the flowing water’s hydraulic … Continue reading
Export Promotion Mission
Why in the news? The Centre approved an Export Promotion Mission with an outlay of 25,060 crore for six financial years. Export Promotion Mission What is it?: Announced in the Union Budget 2025‑26, Export Promotion Mission is a flagship initiative … Continue reading
Iraq
Why in the news? Incumbent Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has scored a big win in the general elections Iraq Location: West Asia Capital: Baghdad Border Countries: Turkey, Iran, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Syria. Bordering Waterbodies: Persian Gulf Major … Continue reading