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Centre Rejects Age of Consent Changes, Defends 18-Year Limit in POCSO Act

Feb 07, 2026

Government Stands Firm: No Dilution of POCSO Act's Age of Consent

The Union government has unequivocally rejected proposals to lower the age of consent or introduce exemptions in the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012. In a written reply in the Lok Sabha on February 7, 2026, the government stated that any such dilution would undermine child safety and increase exploitation risks, firmly closing the door on a recent judicial debate.

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India-US Trade Pact Phase I American Wines and Dry Fruits to Get Cheaper

Feb 07, 2026

Duty cuts to reshape India–US trade flows

India is set to lower import duties on a range of American goods, including wines, spirits and dry fruits, following the finalisation of the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement with the United States. The move is expected to make several premium US products more affordable for Indian consumers while giving fresh momentum to trade relations between India and the US.

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RSS Launches Kashmir-Kanyakumari Flag March During Centenary Year

Feb 07, 2026

Nationwide symbolic outreach initiative

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has begun a nationwide flag march from Kashmir to Kanyakumari on February 6, marking a high-visibility outreach initiative during its centenary phase. The march is intended to connect directly with citizens across regions while reaffirming themes of national unity and cultural continuity.

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Neutrophils and CCL3: New Insights into Immune Manipulation in Cancer

Feb 07, 2026

Tumours reshape the immune response

A new scientific study has shown that cancer cells can actively manipulate the body’s immune defences, turning protective mechanisms into drivers of tumour growth. The findings reveal how cancers exploit immune cells within the tumour microenvironment, offering fresh insights into disease progression and opening avenues for more precise cancer therapies.

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South Africa Launches First Locally Made Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccine in 20 Years

Feb 07, 2026

Major step towards vaccine self-reliance

South Africa has begun the rollout of its first domestically manufactured vaccine for foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in nearly two decades, marking a turning point in national animal disease management. The announcement was made by the Department of Agriculture, highlighting a renewed focus on local capacity, biosecurity, and proactive disease prevention.

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