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Ram Darbar Pran Pratishtha Held In Ayodhya: Honouring Ram As King And Child
Ayodhya recently witnessed a momentous religious event with the pran pratishtha (consecration) of the Ram Darbar, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This sacred ceremony symbolized the formal installation of Lord Ram in his royal form.
19/06/2025
C-DOT Launches Samarth Program To Boost Telecom And ICT Startups
The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) has officially launched the ‘Samarth’ Program, an incubation initiative aimed at empowering startups in the Telecom and ICT sectors.
19/06/2025
India Largest Automobile Cargo Terminal Inaugurated At Maruti Suzuki Manesar Facility
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently inaugurated the Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal at Maruti Suzuki’s Manesar plant in Haryana. Recognized as the country’s largest automotive freight terminal, this facility aims to streamline vehicle logistics and boost rail-based cargo movement.
19/06/2025
Fossil Discovery In Assam Sheds Light On Plant Migration And Climate Change
A groundbreaking discovery in the Makum Coalfield of Assam has unveiled fossilized leaves estimated to be 24 million years old, offering critical insights into the region’s ancient ecosystem.
19/06/2025
TRAI Caps Tariffs For PDOs Under PM-WANI To Ensure Affordable Public Wi-Fi Access
In a significant move to ensure affordable internet access across India, especially in rural and underserved areas, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has set a ceiling on tariffs charged to Public Data Offices (PDOs) operating under the PM-WANI scheme.
19/06/2025
India To Lead Global Oil Demand Growth By 2030
India, currently the world’s third-largest consumer and importer of oil, is projected to drive the majority of the global oil demand increase by the end of this decade.
19/06/2025
India Launches Operation Sindhu To Evacuate Citizens From Conflict-Hit Iran
Amid rising tensions in West Asia, the Government of India has initiated Operation Sindhu, a large-scale evacuation mission aimed at bringing home Indian nationals stranded in Iran due to escalating hostilities with Israel.
19/06/2025
Helicopter Crash In Uttarakhand Sparks Concerns Over Char Dham Aviation Safety
A recent helicopter crash in Uttarakhand tragically claimed the lives of five pilgrims and the pilot, drawing renewed attention to aviation safety during the Char Dham pilgrimage season.
19/06/2025
India Ranks 71st In Global Energy Transition Index 2025 Released By WEF
India has been ranked 71st in the 2025 Energy Transition Index (ETI) published by the World Economic Forum (WEF). This marks a decline from its previous position of 63rd in 2024.
19/06/2025
NASA Voyager 1 Detects Superheated Plasma At Edge Of Solar System
In a remarkable milestone in space science, NASA’s Voyager 1 spacecraft has identified a layer of extremely hot plasma at the heliopause the boundary where the Sun’s influence wanes and interstellar space begins.
20/06/2025
India Taps Abandoned Coal Mines For Solar Energy Potential
India is positioning itself at the forefront of a new clean energy frontier transforming abandoned coal mines into solar energy hubs. Recent studies highlight how repurposing these defunct and degraded areas can not only boost renewable energy production but also support sustainable job creation.
20/06/2025
WHO Issues First-Ever Global Guidelines For Managing Sickle Cell Disease In Pregnancy
In a landmark move, the World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first global guidelines focused on managing sickle cell disease (SCD) during pregnancy.
20/06/2025
FASTag Annual Pass Scheme 2025 Launched To Ease Highway Travel For Private Vehicles
In a move aimed at reducing toll congestion and offering greater ease of travel, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari introduced the FASTag Annual Pass Scheme in June 2025.
20/06/2025
PGI 2.0 Report 2025 Highlights India Education Performance And Scope For Improvement
On June 18, 2025, the Union Ministry of Education released the Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0, evaluating the performance of states and Union Territories in school education.
20/06/2025
Guntur Leads Sustainable Urban Transition With Electric Autos For Waste Collection Under SCIAP Project
In a remarkable move towards sustainable urban development, Guntur city in Andhra Pradesh has launched an environmentally friendly initiative by deploying over 200 electric autos for door-to-door garbage collection.
20/06/2025
DPIIT & YourStory Launch The Bharat Project To Empower 1 Million Rural Entrepreneurs
In a major initiative to strengthen grassroots entrepreneurship, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with YourStory Media Pvt. Ltd.
20/06/2025
India Croatia Relations: PM Praises Croatia Solidarity Over Pahalgam Terror Attack
During a recent diplomatic visit to Croatia, the Prime Minister of India expressed gratitude for Croatia’s support and solidarity following the Pahalgam terror attack.
21/06/2025
Centre Launches Gender Budgeting Knowledge Hub To Strengthen Gender-Responsive Planning
In a progressive step toward inclusive and equitable governance, the Central Government of India has officially launched the Gender Budgeting Knowledge Hub a dedicated digital platform aimed at institutionalising gender-responsive planning and budgeting processes across all levels of government.
21/06/2025
India Rises To 15th Spot In Global FDI Rankings In UNCTAD World Investment Report 2025
In a notable development, India has climbed to the 15th position among the top global destinations for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in 2024, according to the World Investment Report 2025 released by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).
21/06/2025
UPSC Launches Pratibha Setu Platform To Connect Top Talent With Career Opportunities
In a pioneering step aimed at bridging the gap between top-performing UPSC aspirants and potential employers, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has unveiled ‘Pratibha Setu’ a digital initiative designed to help non-recommended candidates find suitable roles in both the public and private sectors.
21/06/2025
Yoga Sangam 2025: A Pan-India Celebration Of Wellness And Unity
Once regarded as a solitary practice for inner calm, yoga has now transformed into a dynamic, community-driven movement. This transformation will be most visibly celebrated through Yoga Sangam 2025, a nationwide initiative launched by the Ministry of Ayush to mark the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY).
21/06/2025
PM Modi Launches Rupees 18,600 Crore Worth Of Projects In Odisha: Unveils Vision 2047 Roadmap
On June 20, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a transformative development package for Odisha during his visit to Bhubaneswar, signaling a new chapter in the state's economic and infrastructural growth.
21/06/2025
