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United States Faces Ongoing Trade Deficit Issues In 2024
The United States continues to struggle with a persistent trade deficit, which surpassed $1 trillion for the fourth consecutive year in 2024. This ongoing imbalance highlights the country’s heavy dependence on imported goods rather than domestic manufacturing, sparking discussions on ways to strengthen local industries and reduce reliance on foreign products.
23/03/2025
Chandrayaan-4: India Ambitious Lunar Sample Return Mission
India is preparing to launch its fourth lunar mission, Chandrayaan-4, in October 2027 under the leadership of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). This mission marks a significant step forward in India's space exploration efforts, as it aims to soft-land on the Moon, collect lunar samples, and bring them back to Earth—a milestone achieved only by the USA, Russia, and China.
23/03/2025
Evolution Of Kisan Aandolan: A Comparative Analysis Of Two Phases
India's farmers’ movement, known as the Kisan Aandolan, has witnessed two major phases—one from November 2020 to December 2021 and another from February 2024 to March 2025. While both protests were driven by farmers' demands for better policies, they differed significantly in scale, public support, and outcomes.
23/03/2025
Maharashtra Government To Build Grand Memorial Honoring Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj In Agra
The Maharashtra government has taken a significant step to commemorate the legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. On March 21, 2025, an expert committee, led by the Minister of Tourism, was formed to oversee the construction of a grand memorial in Agra. This site holds immense historical significance as it was where Shivaji was kept under house arrest by Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb.
23/03/2025
ASEAN And 14th ADMM-Plus Experts Working Group On Counter-Terrorism
The 14th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) Experts' Working Group on Counter-Terrorism (EWG on CT) was recently held in New Delhi, India. This meeting brought together representatives from ASEAN member states and partner nations to enhance regional counter-terrorism cooperation, share best practices, and plan joint exercises.
24/03/2025
Indian Navy Participation In Exercise Sea Dragon 2025
The Indian Navy recently took part in the Sea Dragon 2025 exercise, an annual multinational anti-submarine warfare (ASW) drill designed to enhance maritime security and strengthen operational coordination among allied nations in the Indo-Pacific region.
24/03/2025
India $23 Billion PLI Scheme Set To Expire After Falling Short Of Expectations
The Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, introduced in 2020 with an allocated budget of $23 billion, was designed to enhance domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on Chinese imports. However, the initiative has failed to deliver the expected results, leading to its impending expiration.
24/03/2025
CJI Sets Up Three-Member Panel To Investigate Allegations Against Delhi HC Judge
The Chief Justice of India (CJI) is the head of the Indian judiciary and serves as the presiding judge of the Supreme Court of India. The position holds immense significance in ensuring the independence and integrity of the judiciary. The CJI is responsible for overseeing the judicial system, upholding the Constitution, and leading judicial reforms.
24/03/2025
Noma: A Rapidly Progressing Neglected Tropical Disease Affecting Children
Noma, also known as cancrum oris, is a severe, rapidly progressing gangrenous disease that primarily affects children between the ages of 2 and 6. The World Health Organization (WHO) officially classified it as a neglected tropical disease in December 2023. Although most commonly reported in sub-Saharan Africa, cases have also been documented in parts of Asia and the Americas.
24/03/2025
Swedish Researchers Discovered Altermagnetism: A Breakthrough For Faster And More Efficient Electronics
Researchers in Sweden have Discovered a new form of magnetism known as altermagnetism, which has the potential to revolutionize electronic devices. This discovery could enhance memory storage technologies, significantly increasing operational speeds possibly up to 1,000 times faster than current systems.
25/03/2025
India Strengthens Naval Power With Launch Of Stealth Frigate Tavasya
India marked a significant milestone in its naval modernization efforts with the launch of the stealth frigate ‘Tavasya’ on March 22, 2025. The ceremony, held at Goa Shipyard Limited, was officiated by Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth, highlighting India's commitment to achieving self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
25/03/2025
India Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty On Five Chinese Products, Including Vacuum Flasks And Aluminium Foil
India has recently enforced an anti-dumping duty on five Chinese goods, including vacuum flasks and aluminium foil, to safeguard its domestic industries from unfair pricing practices. This move aims to counteract the impact of artificially low-priced imports that could harm local manufacturers.
25/03/2025
India Remittance Trends 2023-24: Major Contributions From US, UK, And Other Advanced Economies
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently released findings from the Sixth Round of India's Remittances Survey (2023-24), highlighting crucial trends in remittance inflows. The survey indicates that the United States, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Canada, and Australia together accounted for over half of India's total remittances.
25/03/2025
Government Plans To Abolish Equalisation Levy On Online Ads
The central government has proposed the abolition of the Equalisation Levy, commonly referred to as the digital tax, on online advertisements. This move aims to benefit advertisers using platforms like Google and Meta by reducing the tax burden on digital advertising services.
25/03/2025
Supreme Court Establishes National Task Force To Address Student Suicides In Higher Education
In response to the increasing number of student suicides in higher educational institutions, the Supreme Court of India has formed a National Task Force (NTF). This initiative was prompted by the recent deaths of two students at IIT Delhi, highlighting the urgent need for a structured approach to mental health in academic settings.
26/03/2025
DBT Strengthens TB Eradication Efforts With Genomic Sequencing Initiative
The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has taken significant steps toward tackling tuberculosis (TB) through an extensive genomic sequencing initiative. By March 2025, DBT had successfully sequenced 10,000 Mycobacterium tuberculosis samples, working towards its broader goal of sequencing 32,500 samples.
26/03/2025
India To Conduct AIKEYME Maritime Exercise With African Nations
The Indian Navy is preparing for a maritime exercise named AIKEYME, designed to bolster defense cooperation with several African countries. This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s MAHASAGAR vision, which focuses on regional security and economic growth.
26/03/2025
India Becomes World Largest Milk Producer, Sets Target Of 300 MMT By 2030
India has solidified its position as the largest milk producer in the world, with current production reaching 239 million metric tons (MMT). This milestone was announced in the Lok Sabha by Union Minister of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Rajiv Ranjan Singh.
26/03/2025
Rajiv Gauba Appointed As Full-Time Member Of NITI Aayog
Former Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba has been appointed as a Full-Time Member of NITI Aayog, as per an official notification released on Tuesday. A veteran bureaucrat from the 1982 batch of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Jharkhand cadre, Gauba has a distinguished career in governance and policy-making.
26/03/2025
Delhi Becomes 28th Legislature To Join National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA)
Delhi has recently become the 28th legislature to integrate with the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA), marking a significant step toward the digital transformation of legislative processes in India.
26/03/2025
Lok Sabha Passes Boilers Bill, 2024: A Major Reform In Industrial Safety And Regulation
The Lok Sabha recently approved the Boilers Bill, 2024, replacing the Boilers Act of 1923, which had governed steam boiler regulation for over a century. The new legislation aims to decriminalize certain offences, simplify compliance, and enhance safety measures, making it easier for businesses to operate while ensuring worker protection.
26/03/2025
Green And Digital Shipping Corridor: India And Singapore Join Forces
On March 25, 2025, India and Singapore formalized their partnership by signing a Letter of Intent (LoI) to cooperate on the Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC) during Singapore Maritime Week.
27/03/2025
Global Energy Review 2025: Extreme Weather Drives Surge In Energy Demand
The Global Energy Review 2025, published by the International Energy Agency (IEA), highlights how extreme weather patterns in 2024 significantly impacted global energy consumption. The report indicates that record-high temperatures led to a 20% rise in energy demand, particularly increasing the use of natural gas, electricity, and coal.
27/03/2025
Discovery Of Earth Oldest Meteorite Impact Crater In Western Australia
A recent study in the Pilbara region of Western Australia has uncovered what is now considered the oldest meteorite impact crater on Earth. Estimated to have formed over 3.5 billion years ago, this impact site predates previously known craters by more than a billion years.
27/03/2025
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Becomes Namibia First Female President
On March 21, 2025, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah made history by becoming Namibia’s first female president, marking a significant milestone in the country’s political landscape. Her inauguration coincided with Namibia’s 35th Independence Day, symbolizing both continuity and transformation in the nation’s leadership.
27/03/2025
India Successfully Tests VLSRSAM Missile: A Major Leap In Defence Capabilities
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), in collaboration with the Indian Navy, successfully conducted a flight test of the Vertically-Launched Short-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM) on March 26, 2025.
27/03/2025
Haryana Government Launched Sarathi: An AI-Powered Chatbot For Public Access To Government Documents
The Haryana government has taken a significant step toward digital governance by launching ‘Sarathi’, an advanced AI-powered chatbot designed to provide seamless access to official government documents and policies.
27/03/2025
Government Discontinues Medium And Long-Term Gold Monetisation Scheme Components
The Government of India has officially decided to discontinue the medium-term and long-term deposit options under the Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS), effective from March 26, 2025. This move follows an evaluation of the scheme’s performance amid the sharp rise in gold prices.
28/03/2025
PM Modi To Inaugurate New Pamban Bridge In Tamil Nadu On Ram Navami
On April 6, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the much-anticipated New Pamban Bridge in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu. The inauguration, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami, is seen as a significant milestone in the nation’s infrastructure journey.
28/03/2025
Tribhuvan Sahkari University Bill Passed By Lok Sabha
In a significant move towards advancing cooperative education in India, the Lok Sabha has recently approved the Tribhuvan Sahkari University Bill, 2025. The bill paves the way for the country’s first national-level cooperative university, to be set up at the Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA) in Gujarat.
28/03/2025
GE Aerospace Begins Delivering Jet Engines For Tejas LCA-Mk1A
GE Aerospace has officially started supplying the F404-IN20 jet engines to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the Tejas LCA Mk1A aircraft, following some delays. The first engine was dispatched from GE's manufacturing unit on March 26, 2025, and is scheduled to arrive in India by April.
28/03/2025
India Launched Dx-EDGE Initiative To Digitally Empower MSMEs
India has recently introduced the ‘Digital Excellence for Growth and Enterprise’ (Dx-EDGE) initiative, designed to equip Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with vital digital tools and knowledge.
28/03/2025
Finance Bill 2025: Key Amendments Affecting AIF Taxation And Budget Highlights
The Finance Bill 2025 has introduced significant amendments to the taxation rules applicable to Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). These changes aim to streamline the tax treatment of securities held by AIFs and bring more clarity and transparency to investment structures.
29/03/2025
Government Is Launch Sahkar Taxi A Cooperative-Based Taxi Service
The Indian government is preparing to introduce “Sahkar Taxi,” a cooperative-driven transport service aimed at providing a competitive alternative to major app-based cab services like Ola and Uber.
29/03/2025
Supreme Court Ruling Eases GST Compliance For Businesses
The Supreme Court of India has recently delivered a significant judgment concerning Goods and Services Tax (GST) regulations. The court ruled that companies are permitted to amend human or calculation errors in their GST filings without incurring penalties.
29/03/2025
