1.
Parakram Diwas, observed annually on 23rd January, commemorates Netaji Subhash
Chandra Bose’s birth anniversary, honoring his leadership in India’s
independence movement, including the formation of the Indian National Army and
Azad Hind Government. His slogans, actions, and vision continue to inspire
generations.
2.
Scientists have discovered a pressure sensor in fat tissue, highlighting the
role of PIEZO2 ion channels in detecting mechanical changes and enabling
fat-brain communication. This breakthrough deepens our understanding of
mechanosensory functions and their implications for health and disease.
3. President Donald Trump has signed an executive
order to withdraw the US from the World Health Organization (WHO).
4. Researchers at the Indian Institute of
Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, and other institutions have developed a
dengue early warning system that can predict potential outbreaks.