Siliguri Corridor
Why in the news? Indian Army sets up three new garrisons near the strategic Siliguri Corridor. Siliguri Corridor Other Name: Chicken’s Neck Corridor Location: West Bengal, India. Width: The corridor is about 20-22 km wide at its narrowest point. Bordering … Continue reading
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Hepatitis A and Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP)
Why in the news? Hepatitis A is becoming a mounting threat in India, which needs to be addressed via the Universal Immunisation Programme. Hepatitis A What is it?: Hepatitis A is an acute viral infection caused by the Hepatitis A … Continue reading
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