Melting Arctic ice is revealing a hidden ecosystem where bacteria convert nitrogen gas into nutrients, fueling algae growth. This process, previously thought impossible under thick ice, is now seen as vital for the Arctic food web and potentially for absorbing atmospheric carbon. Scientists are exploring whether this discovery offers a climate benefit or introduces new uncertainties.
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India and the US have inked an expansive 10-year defense framework to deepen strategic partnership, aiming to enhance cooperation across all domains. This move signals a renewed commitment to regional stability and safeguarding a free and open Indo-Pacific, despite ongoing trade tensions and shifting US priorities.
The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for the murder of Canadian businessman Darshan Singh Sahsi and an attack on singer Channi Nattan's residence. These acts demonstrate defiance following Canada's designation of the group as a terrorist entity, highlighting their reach and capability to strike within the country.
Two US Navy aircraft, a helicopter and a fighter jet, crashed separately in the South China Sea during routine operations from the USS Nimitz. All five crew members were safely rescued. The incidents occurred while President Trump was visiting the region, amidst ongoing trade tensions with China. The Navy is investigating the causes.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has declared the party's firm opposition to the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in Kerala. She asserted that the process, as witnessed in Bihar, undermines democracy and constitutes electoral fraud. Priyanka is on a two-day visit to her Wayanad constituency, inaugurating development projects.
Allahabad High Court acquitted four men, including two Pakistani nationals, of terrorism charges in a 2007 attack that killed eight CRPF personnel. The court cited prosecution's failure to prove culpability beyond reasonable doubt, instead convicting them under the Arms Act and sentencing them to 10 years rigorous imprisonment. Families of victims expressed anger and disbelief at the verdict.
Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has leveled serious accusations against Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, labeling him a "100 per cent Pakistani agent" planted by foreign powers. Sarma reiterated past claims of a conspiracy to undermine India's sovereignty, citing alleged links and Gogoi's response to the Bangladesh anthem row as evidence of tacit approval.
Gold prices experienced a dip in domestic futures trade on Friday, influenced by the Federal Reserve's stance on interest rate cuts and a temporary truce in US-China relations. Despite this, global gold prices saw a slight increase. The article also provides a city-wise breakdown of gold rates for both 24K and 22K purity.
India has significantly increased its crude oil imports from the US, reaching 540,000 barrels per day in October. This move aims to diversify oil sources beyond Russia and address trade concerns with the Trump administration, while also navigating new sanctions on Russian oil giants.
The National Medical Commission has revised the MBBS and BDS seat matrix for 2025-26, resulting in a reduction of 50 seats to a total of 1,28,875. This adjustment follows the addition of new seats, with a clarification issued regarding previous discrepancies. The NMC also announced the stray vacancy round schedule for NEET UG 2025 counselling, commencing November 4.