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India will have to invest close to $4 billion-$5 billion, says Samir V. Kamat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the genome sequencing data of 10,000 Indian nationals, marking a significant milestone in biotechnology research. This national database will aid in treating genetic and infectious diseases, developing new medications, and precision medical techniques. The Genome India project aims to capture the genetic diversity of India's population, contributing to advancements in healthcare and scientific research.

The 8th edition of the event, organised annually by the Education Ministry’s Department of School Education and Literacy, will be held at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi in a town hall format with Mr. Modi addressing the students

This ‘Genome India’ database, as it is known, will now be available to researchers across the world for investigations and is housed at the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC), in Faridabad, Haryana

Around 25,000 Bangladeshi immigrants in Assam may face deportation due to not registering with the Foreigners Regional Registration Officer (FRRO) after being declared foreigners by tribunals. This follows a ruling by the Gauhati high court, which cited a binding Supreme Court decision. The ruling addresses immigrants who entered between 1966 and 1971.

V Narayanan is set to become the new chairman of ISRO on January 14, succeeding S Somanath. Narayanan will oversee several significant projects, including the Chandrayaan-4 lunar mission, Gaganyaan human spaceflight, and space station development. His background in cryogenics and leadership experience will aid in advancing ISRO's ambitious space programs.

The Rajasthan High Court has upheld its suspension of the 2021 sub-inspector recruitments, affected by leaks, after the state government argued against canceling test results abruptly. The stay was imposed in November 2024, preventing 859 recruits from field postings until further notice. The court will review the matter on February 10.

ED has discovered a network of CAs and hawala operators who laundered over Rs 10,000 crore of black money out of India. The investigation revealed Jitendra Pandey created 98 shell companies and 269 bank accounts to send funds to Singapore, Hong Kong, and Thailand, disguised as freight charges.

A fierce encounter takes place between security forces and Maoists in Sukma, Chhattisgarh. The operation involves the District Reserve Guard, Special Task Force and CoBRA. Deputy CM Vijay Sharma confirms three Maoists killed, making it nine neutralised this year. The encounter follows an IED blast that killed eight jawans in Bijapur.

Nakdu Yadav, a former gangster, successfully evaded the law by assuming a new identity and working as a home guard for 35 years in UP. At age 57, his secret was exposed by his nephew, leading to his arrest and subsequent investigation into how he avoided detection for so long.

Authorities are preparing for over 40 crore visitors to the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj

They appealed to the central government Union government to hold talks with the organisations

The Uttar Pradesh government is reviewing the 1978 Sambhal riots cases after a BJP leader requested reopening them. This follows CM Yogi Adityanath's mention of the riots in a legislative session. Authorities are gathering information on the riots, including fatalities, court proceedings, and the status of registered cases. The aim is to address justice for the victims.

Despite deadline extension, alleged delays in clearing encroachments left the project unfinished, leading to the decision to terminate contract with AFD