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Xylazine: The Emerging ‘Tranq’ Crisis and Its Growing Public Health Threat

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"Xylazine: The Emerging 'Tranq' Crisis and Its Growing Public Health Threat"

Xylazine, commonly known as “tranq,” is a veterinary sedative that has increasingly infiltrated the illicit drug market, posing severe public health risks. Originally developed for animal use, xylazine is now frequently mixed with opioids like fentanyl, leading to dangerous health complications and complicating overdose treatments. Its presence has been confirmed in multiple regions, including the … Read more

Natural Ozempic: A Breakthrough in Weight Loss

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A revolutionary discovery by Stanford scientists has unveiled a natural alternative to Ozempic for weight loss—without the common side effects. This naturally occurring molecule, known as BRP, has shown promising results in animal studies, reducing appetite and promoting fat loss in a way similar to semaglutide (the active ingredient in Ozempic). However, BRP works through … Read more

Meaning of Ghibli Image

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If you are a fan of Japanese animation, you might have come across the term “Ghibli” and its unique artistic style. The word “Ghibli” is associated with Studio Ghibli, a world-renowned Japanese animation studio known for its breathtaking visuals and deeply emotional storytelling. But what does a Ghibli image mean? The Essence of a Ghibli … Read more

Top 10 Polity Topics for UPSC Prelims 2025

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Summary of Polity Topics: Bookmark this blog! I’ll update it weekly with more themes related to Polity. [These are just hints; prepare from your reference sources!] 1. Right to Information (RTI) Act (2 Decade completed) 2. Delimitation 3. Uniform Civil Code (UCC) 4. Election Commission: CEC and EC Appointment 5. High Court Judges Removal & … Read more

Sunlight-Powered Breakthrough: Eco-Friendly Hydrogen Peroxide Production

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eco-friendly hydrogen peroxide production

🌿 Green Chemistry Revolution for H2O2 Synthesis Researchers at S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata (DST-funded) have developed a solar-powered, sustainable method to produce hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) — a vital chemical for:✔ Disinfection (hospitals, water treatment)✔ Paper bleaching✔ Chemical synthesis✔ Fuel cells 🔬 Key Innovation: Covalent Organic Frameworks (COFs) ⚡ Why This Matters? ❌ Current Industry Method (Anthraquinone Process): ✅ New Solar-Driven COF Method:✔ Uses … Read more

Green Colonialism: The Hidden Exploitation Behind Environmental Initiatives

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In the name of sustainability, a new form of colonialism is unfolding—one that hides behind eco-friendly rhetoric while perpetuating exploitation. Green colonialism is the practice of wealthier nations and corporations advancing environmental initiatives at the expense of marginalized communities. From the patenting of Indigenous knowledge to renewable energy projects that exclude local benefits, this system … Read more