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Delhi Government To Launched EV Policy 2.0: Focus On Phasing Out Fossil Fuel Vehicles
The Delhi government is preparing to roll out its updated Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2.0, signaling a significant step toward cleaner mobility and reduced air pollution in the national capital. The new draft outlines ambitious measures aimed at gradually eliminating fossil fuel-based vehicles, including CNG-powered autorickshaws and diesel-operated waste vehicles.
09/04/2025
West Bengal Secures GI Tags For Seven Traditional Products
West Bengal has recently earned Geographical Indication (GI) tags for seven iconic local products, including the much-loved Nolen Gurer Sandesh and Baruipur Guavas. This recognition helps preserve cultural heritage and enhances the market value of these goods.
09/04/2025
Breakthrough In Blackfly Research Offers New Hope For Combating River Blindness
Recent advancements in blackfly research are paving the way for improved control of river blindness, a severe parasitic disease. Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have shared significant findings in an international publication, emphasizing the critical role of precise species identification in shaping effective disease management approaches.
09/04/2025
India Strengthens Naval Power With Upcoming INS Varsha Base In Andhra Pradesh
India is on track to significantly boost its maritime strength through the commissioning of INS Varsha, a key naval base dedicated to nuclear submarines, situated along the coast of Andhra Pradesh. This move is strategically aimed at countering China’s increasing influence in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
09/04/2025
Digital Threat Report 2024: Strengthening Cybersecurity In India BFSI Sector
The Digital Threat Report 2024, released by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, marks a critical advancement in bolstering cybersecurity across India’s Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. With the growing digital footprint of financial institutions, the report underscores the pressing need for a unified cybersecurity strategy to safeguard the nation’s financial ecosystem.
09/04/2025
Woolly Flying Squirrel Spotted In Himachal Pradesh For First Time
In a significant development for wildlife conservation, the Himachal Pradesh Forest Department captured the first photographic evidence of the Woolly Flying Squirrel in Miyar Valley, located in the Lahaul and Spiti district, in late 2024.
09/04/2025
Government Of India Announced Major Regional Rural Bank Merger From May 1, 2025
The Indian government has declared the consolidation of several Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), set to take effect from May 1, 2025. This strategic move is aligned with the ‘One State, One RRB’ policy introduced by the Ministry of Finance in September 2024, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and reduce intra-sector competition among public sector banks.
09/04/2025
ISRO POEM-4 Re-enters Earth Atmosphere, Lands In Indian Ocean
POEM-4 (PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-4) successfully re-entered the Earth's atmosphere, with its final descent being tracked meticulously by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) through its IS4OM (System for Safe and Sustainable Space Operations Management).
09/04/2025
ESA To Launch Biomass Satellite To Monitor Global Forests And Carbon Storage
The European Space Agency (ESA) is preparing to launch its Biomass mission on April 29, 2025, a significant step in global efforts to monitor forest health and carbon dynamics. The mission aims to improve our understanding of forests' vital role in regulating the Earth’s carbon cycle by using advanced radar technology to measure forest biomass and track deforestation.
09/04/2025
Scientists Revive Extinct Dire Wolf Using Groundbreaking Genetic Engineering
In a major milestone for genetic science, researchers at Colossal Biosciences—a Texas-based biotechnology firm—have successfully brought back the dire wolf, a species that vanished roughly 12,500 years ago. This scientific breakthrough has led to the birth of two genetically engineered dire wolf pups, named Romulus and Remus, with a third pup, Khaleesi, born a few months later.
09/04/2025
Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme: A Strategic Boost For India Electronics Sector
In a major push to enhance domestic production capabilities and reduce reliance on imports, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has officially launched the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme.
10/04//2025
Soyuz Spacecraft: A Legacy of Space Exploration and International Collaboration
In a symbolic tribute marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, a Soyuz spacecraft recently launched from Kazakhstan’s Baikonur Cosmodrome, carrying one American astronaut and two Russian cosmonauts to the International Space Station (ISS).
10/04/2025
India Role At 150th IPU Assembly: Focus On Social Development And Justice
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha recently delivered the keynote address at the 150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, under the theme ‘Parliamentary Action for Social Development and Justice.’
10/04/2025
India Strengthening European Ties: President Strategic Visit To Portugal And Slovakia
The President of India’s recent visit to Portugal and Slovakia marks a pivotal moment in India’s evolving foreign policy strategy, aimed at enhancing its engagement with key European nations. These bilateral visits underscore India's commitment to deepen partnerships in areas such as trade, mobility, education, technology, and geopolitical cooperation.
10/04/2025
Palna Scheme: Supporting Working Mothers Through Quality Childcare
Launched in 2022, the Palna Scheme is a government initiative designed to improve access to child care services for working mothers in India. With the increasing prevalence of nuclear families, the demand for reliable and accessible day-care services has grown.
10/04/2025
Amnesty International 2024 Report On Global Executions
Amnesty International’s latest report, “Death Sentences and Executions 2024,” reveals a significant surge in the number of executions worldwide, reaching a staggering 1,518 cases the highest figure in nearly ten years. This spike is largely attributed to increased activity in Iran, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia, which together were responsible for 91% of all documented executions.
11/04/2025
Panchayat Advancement Index Launched To Track Rural Progress On SDGs
In a significant move to strengthen grassroots governance, the Government of India introduced the Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) in 2025. This comprehensive ranking framework evaluates the developmental performance of over 2.16 lakh panchayats across the country, with a strong focus on aligning local governance with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
11/04/2025
Google Unveiled Ironwood Processor To Boost AI Inference Performance
Google has unveiled its latest advancement in artificial intelligence hardware the Ironwood processor, designed specifically to enhance inference computing. This chip represents a major milestone in Google's decade-long effort to build custom processors for AI workloads and positions the tech giant to challenge Nvidia’s dominance in the AI hardware space.
11/04/2025
Himalayan High-Altitude Atmospheric & Climate Centre Inaugurated In Nathatop
On March 25, 2025, the Himalayan High-Altitude Atmospheric & Climate Centre was officially opened in Nathatop, located in the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir. This landmark initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Forest Department and the Central University of Jammu, is dedicated to advancing climate science and monitoring in the Himalayas’ unique high-altitude environment.
11/04/2025
Bangladesh Becomes 54th Signatory Of Artemis Accords For Peaceful Space Exploration
Bangladesh has officially joined the Artemis Accords, becoming the 54th country to support the global framework promoting peaceful and transparent exploration of outer space. Launched in October 2020 by NASA and an initial group of eight countries, the Artemis Accords are grounded in the principles of the 1967 Outer Space Treaty.
11/04/2025
RBI Proposes New Framework For Gold Loans And Co-Lending To Boost Credit Access
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has rolled out draft regulations aimed at tightening control over gold loans and widening the scope of co-lending models. These proposed reforms are intended to unify lending norms across institutions, ensure robust risk oversight, and improve credit availability for smaller enterprises thereby contributing to broader economic progress.
11/04/2025
US Announced Reciprocal Tariffs: Market Turmoil And 90-Day Pause Explained
On April 2, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled a new set of “reciprocal tariffs,” calling the move “Liberation Day.” The announcement sent ripples through global financial markets, resulting in heightened volatility. Just days later, on April 9, the administration implemented a 90-day suspension on certain tariffs, which led to a temporary uptick in stock prices.
11/04/2025
Labour Market Trends In India: Key Insights From 2023–24 PLFS Report
The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) plays a crucial role in monitoring India’s employment dynamics. Conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO), the survey provides essential data on labour market indicators such as the Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR), Worker Population Ratio (WPR), and Unemployment Rate (UR).
12/04/2025
Black Rats Identified As Key Carriers Of Hantavirus In Rural Madagascar
New findings from a study published in Ecology and Evolution highlight black rats as the main vectors of hantavirus in Madagascar’s rural regions. The research emphasizes growing health concerns in areas where deforestation and farming have brought humans into closer contact with disease-carrying rodents.
12/04/2025
India Showcases BM-04 Missile: A Leap In Short-Range Ballistic Technology
India has introduced its latest advancement in missile technology with the unveiling of the BM-04 short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) at the Vigyan Vaibhav 2025 defense exhibition held in Hyderabad. This missile showcases India’s continued emphasis on strengthening its conventional deterrence and precision-strike capabilities.
12/04/2025
PM Modi And Amit Shah Pay Tribute To Mahatma Jyotiba Phule On His Birth Anniversary
On the occasion of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule’s birth anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid heartfelt tributes to the legendary social reformer, acknowledging his enduring contributions to social justice and equality.
12/04/2025
Centre Approved 9.5% Increase In Material Cost Under PM-POSHAN Scheme
The Government of India has sanctioned a 9.5% increase in the material cost component of the PM-POSHAN Scheme, set to take effect from May 1, 2025. This revision will lead to an additional expenditure of Rupees 954 crore by the central government for the financial year 2025–26, with the goal of improving meal quality and nutritional outcomes for school children.
12/04/2025
