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ISRO Selects Safe Lunar Site Near Mons Mouton for Sample Return

February 12, 2026

Chandrayaan-4 Landing Site – Mons Mouton Region Analysis

Scientists at the Space Applications Centre have pinpointed a viable landing zone near Mons Mouton in the Moon’s south polar region for Chandrayaan-4, India’s first planned lunar sample return mission. The decision follows an intensive hazard and terrain evaluation using data from the Chandrayaan-2.

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Dragon Hole Blue Hole-Structure, Chemistry, and Geological Significance

February 12, 2026

Sansha Yongle Blue Hole Depth, Formation, and Exam Notes

Blue holes remain among the least explored marine landforms, concealing dramatic vertical drops beneath seemingly tranquil waters. The Sansha Yongle Blue Hole, widely known as the Dragon Hole, continues to attract scientific attention despite no longer holding the global depth record. Its physical complexity and chemical isolation make it a valuable natural laboratory.

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Lancet Study Warns HbA1c Testing May Mislead Diabetes Diagnosis in India

February 11, 2026

Lancet Study Raises Concerns Over HbA1c-Based Diabetes Assessment

A study published in The Lancet Regional Health has drawn attention to potential limitations in the widespread use of glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) testing for diagnosing and monitoring type-2 diabetes in India. Researchers caution that HbA1c values may not always represent actual blood glucose exposure in diverse Indian populations, potentially affecting both clinical decisions and national disease estimates.

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Lancet Study Questions Reliability of HbA1c Testing for Diabetes Diagnosis in India

February 11, 2026

Lancet Study Flags Diagnostic Concerns Over HbA1c in India

A recent study published in The Lancet Regional Health has raised important concerns regarding the widespread dependence on glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) testing for diagnosing and monitoring type-2 diabetes in India. The findings suggest that HbA1c values may not consistently reflect actual blood glucose levels across diverse Indian populations, potentially affecting both clinical diagnosis and national disease estimates.

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India Advances Talks with France for SCALP Cruise Missile Procurement

February 11, 2026

India Moves Closer to SCALP Cruise Missile Acquisition

India and France are progressing towards finalising a significant defence agreement involving the procurement of SCALP air-launched cruise missiles. The proposed deal, estimated at approximately €300 million, reflects India’s expanding precision-strike capabilities and the continued deepening of bilateral defence ties between the two strategic partners.

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