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A 6.7 magnitude earthquake has recently struck Leyte Island in the Philippines. While the impact details are still emerging, such a significant tremor is likely to cause considerable damage, particularly to infrastructure in populated areas. About Leyte Island Leyte is a large and historically significant island in the Visayas group of islands in the Philippines. Geography Size: Leyte is the eighth-largest island in the Philippines, spanning 7,056 square kilometers. C

NCRB Data on Road Accidents

The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has released its road accident data for 2023, revealing some alarming statistics. Here's an overview of the key findings: Key Statistics from 2023 Total Accidents: A total of 464,029 road accidents occurred across India in 2023, which is an increase of 17,261 accidents from 2022. Fatalities: 173,000 people were killed in road accidents, marking a significant toll on human life. Injuries: Over 447,000 people were injured

Lecanemab Drug

Recently, Australia has approved the drug Lecanemab for treating early-stage Alzheimer's disease. This approval marks a significant milestone in Alzheimer's treatment, as it targets the underlying causes of the disease rather than merely alleviating its symptoms. About Lecanemab Drug Type: Monoclonal antibody drug Purpose: Designed to treat the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, Lecanemab works by slowing down disease progression. Target: It specif

National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI)

The National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) has recently achieved a breakthrough by successfully cultivating the Eustoma flower, which is native to Mexico and America, in Odisha. This follows the successful cultivation of the same flower at the NBRI campus in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. About the National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) Location: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India Constituent Institute: NBRI is part of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CS