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Trichophyton indotineae: A newly identified dermatophyte species first reported in India, causing widespread dermatophytosis. Drug Resistance: Resistance to standard antifungal medications like terbinafine and itraconazole has been observed due to genetic mutations. Misuse of Steroids: The inappropriate use of steroid creams has contributed significantly to the rise of drug-resistant strains. Symptoms: Common symptoms include persistent, […]

Work Related Deaths A Global Crisis: An estimated 2.78 million workers die from work-related causes each year, equivalent to over 7,500 workers per day. Occupational Accidents: These are accidents that occur during work activities, including falls, machinery accidents, and exposure to dangerous substances. Occupational Diseases: These are diseases caused or exacerbated by workplace hazards, such

METHANE GLOBAL TRACKER REPORT (2023) Methane Global Tracker Report Released by: International Energy Agency (IEA) Key findings of the Report:  Fossil fuel companies emitted 120 million metric tonnes of methane into the atmosphere in 2022, only slightly below the record highs seen in 2019. Despite their pledges to find and fix leaking infrastructure, these companies have

GLOBAL HUNGERINDEX (GHI) 2023: India ranks 111 out of a total of 125 countries in the Global Hunger Index (GHI) 2023. Key Highlights:  The index is jointly released by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe every October. The Global Hunger Index (GHI) measures and tracks hunger at global, regional, and national levels, reflecting multiple dimensions of hunger over

What is the Collegium System 1. It is the system of appointment and transfer of judges that has evolved through judgments of the SC, and not by an Act of Parliament or by a provision of the Constitution 2. Evolution of the System: I. First Judges Case (1981): SC held that in the appointment of a