Daily Current Affairs — 7 October 2025
4 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2025
Context The Nobel Prize in medicine or physiology was announced for three scientists, for their discoveries on peripheral immune tolerance. Human Immune System The immune system protects the body from pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. It consists of organs, cells, and molecules that work together to recognize and eliminate harmful substances.
Reforming Passive Euthanasia in India
Context Despite the legal validity of passive euthanasia, its implementation remains mired in procedural complexity, institutional gaps, and ethical ambiguity. About Euthanasia in India Euthanasia — often termed ‘mercy killing’ — refers to the intentional ending of a person’s life to relieve suffering, usually from terminal illness or irreversible conditions. Passive Euthanasia: Involves withholding or withdrawing life-sustaining treatment (e.g., ventilators, feeding tubes) when recovery is medi
Fisheries Sector to Get Sustainability Label
Context About 10 Indian marine and saline fish and shrimp varieties are set to get the global Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification soon. The first batch is set to be submitted for the certification in 2026. About The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) is an international non-profit organisation that sets globally recognised, science-based standards for sustainable fishing and seafood traceability.
WHO Global Report on Trends in Prevalence of Tobacco Use
In News The WHO Global Report on Trends in Prevalence of Tobacco Use 2000–2024 and projections 2025–2030 presents estimates of tobacco use prevalence among the population aged 15 years and older from 2000–2024, with trends projected to 2030. India’s Measures To Curb Tobacco Consumption Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003: Prohibits smoking in public places, bans tobacco advertising, restricts sales to minors, regulates packaging and labeling. Prohibition of Electronic Cigaret