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AyushSuraksha Portal Launched To Strengthen Consumer Protection In Traditional Medicine
The Ministry of Ayush has officially launched the AyushSuraksha Portal, a digital platform aimed at enhancing consumer safety and promoting accountability in India’s traditional medicine systems. The initiative is part of the ministry’s broader strategy to ensure transparency and build public trust in Ayush practices by curbing misleading advertisements and monitoring product safety.
02/06/2025
India Launched Second Phase Of Operation Shield To Strengthen Civil Defence
In response to growing security threats, particularly along the western border with Pakistan, India has ramped up its civil defence strategies. This comes in the aftermath of a deadly terrorist incident in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives.
02/06/2025
FDA Approves Moderna mNexspike Vaccine For High-Risk Groups
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval to Moderna's newly developed Covid-19 vaccine, mNexspike, marking a significant addition to the arsenal against the ongoing pandemic.
02/06/2025
New Frog Species Amolops shillong Discovered In Meghalaya Urban Forests
Researchers from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have identified a new frog species, Amolops shillong, in the urban landscape of Shillong, Meghalaya. The discovery highlights the surprising coexistence of urban development and ecological diversity, showing that even cities can shelter rare and sensitive wildlife species.
02/06/2025
Goa Becomes Fully Literate Under ULLAS Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram
Goa has been officially recognised as fully literate under the ULLAS Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram, making it the second Indian state to cross the 95% literacy threshold. This accomplishment aligns with India’s commitment to achieving complete literacy by 2030, a key objective outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
02/06/2025
Women Cadets Graduate From NDA, Marking Milestone In Military Gender Equality
Seventeen women cadets have recently graduated from the National Defence Academy (NDA), marking a significant milestone in the Indian armed forces and reflecting the growing role of women in military leadership.
02/06/2025
India GDP And GVA Estimates For FY 2024-25 Released By MoSPI
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released crucial economic data, including estimates for the fourth quarter and provisional figures for the full financial year 2024–25.
03/06/2025
India Launched Bharat Gen: A Multilingual AI Revolution For Nation
India has unveiled Bharat Gen, a pioneering Artificial Intelligence (AI) project aimed at developing a multimodal Large Language Model (LLM) tailored to the country’s unique linguistic and cultural diversity.
03/06/2025
Krishi Nivesh Portal: Transforming Agricultural Investments In India
The Krishi Nivesh Portal, launched by the Government of India, aims to revolutionize agricultural investments by providing a centralized digital platform that consolidates various schemes from multiple ministries.
03/06/2025
Bayraktar TB2 Faces Setback Following Operational Failure In Pakistan
The Turkish-manufactured Bayraktar TB2 drone, once celebrated for its success in various global conflicts, has encountered a major setback after its reported failure during Pakistan’s Operation Sindoor.
03/06/2025
Indian Navy To Hold Joint Naval Exercise With European Union Naval Force
The Indian Navy is preparing to carry out a joint naval exercise with the European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR), featuring participation from both ships and aircraft. The drill is designed to boost interoperability and address non-traditional maritime security challenges.
04/06/2025
Jan Aushadhi Kendra Experiential Learning Program 2025 Launched To Empower Youth
On June 1, 2025, the Government of India launched the Jan Aushadhi Kendra (JAK) Experiential Learning Program as a part of the nationwide initiative ‘Seva Se Seekhen Learn by Doing’.
04/06/2025
Assam And Meghalaya Collaborate On 55 MW Hydropower Project And Urban Flood Management
The governments of Assam and Meghalaya have recently unveiled a joint initiative to develop a 55-megawatt hydropower and irrigation project. This effort aims to tackle urban flooding issues in Guwahati while also addressing the longstanding boundary dispute between the two states.
04/06/2025
Raigad Fort Excavation Discovers 16th-Century Astrolabe From Shivaji Maharaj Era
Recent archaeological excavations at Raigad Fort have uncovered an ancient astrolabe, locally referred to as ‘yantraraj’. This significant find was made possible through a collaboration between the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and the Raigad Development Authority.
04/06/2025
India And Paraguay Eye Expansion Of Preferential Trade Agreement With MERCOSUR
During a recent diplomatic meeting, the Prime Minister of India conveyed to the visiting President of Paraguay the potential for strengthening bilateral economic relations.
04/06/2025
Waqf UMEED Portal To Launch On 6 June 2025 For Digital Registration Of Waqf Properties
The Government of India is set to launch the Waqf UMEED portal on 6 June 2025, marking a significant step toward digitizing the management and registration of Waqf properties across the country.
04/06/2025
India Secures Presidency Of International Institute Of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) For First Time
India has made history by winning the presidency of the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS), marking a significant milestone in the organisation’s century-long existence. For the first time, the presidency was decided through a formal voting process.
04/06/2025
G7 2025 Summit In Canada: 50th Anniversary, Key Details, And India Participation Status
The year 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the Group of Seven (G7) summits. Canada is set to host the G7 Leaders’ Summit from June 15 to 17 in Kananaskis, Alberta.
05/06/2025
Tri-Services All-Women Sailing Expedition Returns After Historic 1,800-Nautical-Mile Voyage To Seychelles
In a historic demonstration of bravery, resilience, and female empowerment, the Tri-Services All-Women Sailing Expedition Team of the Indian Armed Forces returned to India on June 4, 2025, after completing a challenging two-month journey covering 1,800 nautical miles to Seychelles.
05/06/2025
India Environmental Crisis Deepens, Reveals CSE Report Ahead Of World Environment Day
As World Environment Day 2025 nears, the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has unveiled a sobering analysis of India’s environmental, health, and socio-economic conditions.
05/06/2025
DBT Observes Swachhata Pakhwada 2025 With 188 Activities Across India
As part of the Government of India’s flagship Swachh Bharat Mission, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) under the Ministry of Science & Technology actively participated in Swachhata Pakhwada 2025, held from May 1 to May 15.
05/06/2025
RBI Draft Guidelines 2025: New Gold Loan Rules, Impact On Borrowers Explained
On April 9, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) unveiled draft guidelines aimed at regulating loans secured against gold. These proposed norms are intended to align lending practices across banks and Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), amidst concerns over inconsistent policies and a significant surge in gold-backed lending.
05/06/2025
Kerala Police Drop 35 Sexual Assault Cases Tied To Malayalam Film Industry Amidst Justice Hema Report Revelations
The Kerala Police have closed 35 sexual assault cases connected to the Malayalam film industry. This decision comes in the wake of the long-awaited public release of the Justice Hema Committee Report, which highlighted widespread gender-based discrimination and harassment in the industry.
06/06/2025
India Launches Waste Picker Enumeration App Under NAMASTE Scheme On World Environment Day
On the occasion of World Environment Day, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) unveiled a new digital initiative under the NAMASTE Scheme the Waste Picker Enumeration App.
06/06/2025
ICRISAT And RIS Launch Centre Of Excellence To Boost Sustainable Agriculture In Developing Nations
In a major step towards strengthening agricultural development across the Global South, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), in collaboration with the Research and Information System for Developing Countries (RIS), has launched a new Centre of Excellence (CoE).
06/06/2025
Indian Air Force Eyes Israeli Ice Breaker Missile To Boost Precision Strike Capabilities
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is evaluating the potential procurement of the highly advanced air-launched cruise missile known as the Ice Breaker, developed by Israel.
06/06/2025
PM Modi Inaugurates World Highest Railway Arch Bridge In J&K, Marks Completion Of USBRL Project
On June 6, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Chenab Rail Bridge, officially recognized as the highest railway arch bridge in the world, located in Jammu and Kashmir.
06/06/2025
