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Liberalised Remittances Scheme (LRS)

Recent data indicates that outward remittances by Indians under the Liberalised Remittances Scheme declined to $1.94 billion in November 2025, marking a two-year low. This decline was mainly due to a significant reduction in spending on foreign education, reflecting changing trends in overseas expenditure. About the Liberalised Remittances Scheme (LRS) The Liberalised Remittances Scheme is governed by the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999, which regulates foreign exchange transa

Indira Gandhi Peace Prize

Recently, Mozambican humanitarian and rights activist Graça Machel has been selected for the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2025. She is globally recognized for her work in human rights, women’s empowerment, and child welfare. About the Indira Gandhi Peace Prize The Indira Gandhi Peace Prize, formally known as the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development, was instituted in 1986 in memory of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

Red-Eared Slider Turtle

The Red-eared slider, an invasive freshwater turtle, has become a growing ecological concern in Coimbatore. Originally introduced through the pet trade, these turtles are now being released into local water bodies, threatening native aquatic biodiversity. Their uncontrolled release can disrupt freshwater ecosystems and harm native turtle species. About the Red-Eared Slider The red-eared slider is one of the most widely introduced freshwater turtles in the world. Its native range includ

Forever Chemicals (PFAS)

Recent scientific studies of human blood samples collected between 2003 and 2021 have revealed that the levels of older PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals,” dropped by 86%. This reduction occurred because manufacturers stopped producing certain older PFAS compounds. What Are Forever Chemicals? Forever chemicals, scientifically referred to as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), are a large family of man-made chemicals that are highly persistent in the environmen

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