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Waqf Act Amendments Spark Widespread Protests Across Bihar And Beyond
The Waqf Act amendments, passed by the Indian Parliament in 2025, have triggered significant backlash, particularly in Bihar, where socio-religious groups and political leaders have united in protest.
07/07/2025
India Launches Phenome India National Biobank To Advance Personalised Medicine
India has officially launched the Phenome India National Biobank at the CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB), setting a significant milestone in the country’s journey toward personalised healthcare.
07/07/2025
India-Trinidad & Tobago: Honouring 180 Years Of Shared Heritage In 2025
In 2025, Trinidad and Tobago commemorates 180 years since the first arrival of Indian migrants to its shores. Marking this historic milestone, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently addressed the Indian diaspora in Port of Spain, highlighting the contributions of Indian-origin individuals in the Caribbean.
07/07/2025
Rajasthan Launches New Scheme To Build Poverty-Free Villages
On July 4, 2025, the Rajasthan government introduced the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Poverty-Free Village Scheme, aiming to eliminate poverty and promote self-reliance in rural areas. In its initial phase, the scheme will benefit 5,000 villages, offering financial support to underprivileged families to start small businesses and improve their livelihoods.
07/07/2025
PM Modi Receives Key To The City Honour During Landmark Visit To Argentina
On July 6, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the prestigious ‘Key to the City of Buenos Aires’ during his official two-day trip to Argentina. The gesture acknowledges his contributions to strengthening bilateral ties between India and Argentina.
07/07/2025
PM Modi Landmark Visit To Brazil For BRICS Summit 2025 Boosts Bilateral Cooperation
In July 2025, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a significant visit to Brazil to participate in the BRICS Summit, marking the first official visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Brazil in nearly six decades. The visit underscored efforts to strengthen cooperation between the two major economies in key sectors such as trade, defence, energy, space, technology, agriculture, and healthcare.
08/07/2025
Madhya Pradesh Launches Mukhyamantri Vrindavan Gram Yojana For Sustainable Rural Transformation
The Government of Madhya Pradesh has launched the Mukhyamantri Vrindavan Gram Yojana, a visionary initiative aimed at developing rural areas into model self-sustaining villages. Alongside this flagship scheme, the state Cabinet has also cleared major proposals related to infrastructure, education, social welfare, and public security.
08/07/2025
Andhra Pradesh Launches India First AI-Powered Mosquito Control System
The Andhra Pradesh government has introduced the Smart Mosquito Surveillance System (SMoSS), a groundbreaking initiative that uses artificial intelligence to track and control mosquito populations.
08/07/2025
Discovery Of Tiny Plasma Loops In Sun Lower Atmosphere
Astronomers have recently identified miniature plasma loops within the Sun’s lower atmospheric layers. These loops, previously undetectable due to their fleeting nature and minuscule size, offer new insights into how the Sun stores and unleashes magnetic energy a question that has puzzled solar physicists for years.
08/07/2025
Renewed Hindi Language Debate Sparks Political And Cultural Shifts In Maharashtra
The controversy surrounding the imposition of Hindi in Maharashtra has reignited, leading to rare political alignment between the Thackeray cousins in support of the Marathi language. Following public opposition, the state government has withdrawn its decision to make Hindi the mandatory third language in primary schools.
09/07/2025
FATF Flags Rising Threat Of Terrorist Financing Via Digital Platforms In 2025
In a 2025 update, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has raised serious concerns about the growing misuse of e-commerce and digital payment systems by terrorist organisations.
09/07/2025
Defence Minister Highlights Strategic Role Of Defence Accounts Department At 2025 Controllers Conference
At the Controllers’ Conference 2025 held in New Delhi, the Defence Minister emphasized the pivotal role of the Defence Accounts Department (DAD) in enhancing both the operational preparedness and financial efficiency of India’s Armed Forces.
09/07/2025
Earth Rotation Speeds Up: 9 July 2025 Becomes Shortest Day On Record
In a rare astronomical event, Earth completed its rotation on 9 July 2025 faster than ever recorded, making the day shorter by approximately 1.6 milliseconds. This surprising shift has drawn attention from scientists and timekeepers globally, raising questions about the causes and long-term consequences of Earth’s accelerating spin.
09/07/2025
India Nuclear Safety Authority Approves Operation Of Kakrapar Reactors
India's top nuclear regulatory body, the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB), has recently authorized the operation of two indigenously developed 700 MWe Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs) at the Kakrapar Atomic Power Station (KAPS) in Gujarat. This approval marks a significant step in India's advancement in nuclear energy and safety governance.
09/07/2025
Government Releases New Guidelines To Strengthen Aspirational DMF Programme In 2025
The Union Ministry of Coal and Mines has introduced updated operational guidelines for the Aspirational District Mineral Foundation (DMF) Programme in 2025.
10/07/2025
Bihar Voter List Revision Sparks Debate On Voting Rights And Electoral Fairness
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls in Bihar ahead of the upcoming state elections.
10/07/2025
Japanese Coast Guard Ship Itsukushima Visits Chennai To Boost Maritime Cooperation
The Japanese Coast Guard vessel JCGS Itsukushima docked at Chennai Port on July 7, 2025, for a six-day goodwill visit. This stopover is part of Japan’s Global Ocean Voyage Training and aims to enhance maritime collaboration between India and Japan, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region.
10/07/2025
Andhra Pradesh Launches Digi-Lakshmi Scheme To Empower Urban Women Through Digital Entrepreneurship
In a major initiative to boost digital livelihoods and women empowerment, the Andhra Pradesh government launched the 'Digi-Lakshmi' scheme on June 30, 2025. The scheme focuses on equipping urban poor women with the tools and training needed to operate as digital service providers through Common Service Centres (CSCs).
10/07/2025
MIB Launches Kalaa Setu Challenge To Boost AI-Based Content Creation In Indian Languages
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has introduced a new national-level competition named ‘Kalaa Setu – Real-Time Language Tech for Bharat’, as part of its WaveX Startup Accelerator Platform.
10/07/2025
IAF Jaguar Jet Crashes In Rajasthan: Vintage Fighter Faces Renewed Scrutiny
A SEPECAT Jaguar fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) recently crashed in Churu district, Rajasthan, resulting in the tragic death of both pilots. This marks the third Jaguar-related accident in 2025, raising questions about the ageing jet's continued operation. Despite the setbacks, the IAF still plans to retain the Jaguar fleet until approximately 2040.
11/07/2025
Prime Minister Modi Historic Visit To Namibia Reinforces India-Africa Ties
In July 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a landmark visit to Namibia, marking the first official visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in nearly three decades.
11/07/2025
Maharashtra Assembly Passes Special Public Security Bill To Counter Extremist Activities
On 10 July 2025, the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly approved the Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill, 2024, aiming to crack down on Left Wing Extremist (LWE) activities and affiliated organisations.
11/07/2025
NITI Aayog Recommends Reform In State S&T Council Funding Structure
In 2025, NITI Aayog proposed a strategic overhaul of the Department of Science and Technology’s (DST) approach to funding State Science and Technology Councils. The key recommendation suggests transitioning from traditional core grants to a more dynamic, project-based funding model.
11/07/2025
Akashvani Kendra To Be Set Up In Ujjain Under BIND Scheme
The Central Government has announced the establishment of a new Akashvani Kendra (All India Radio station) in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance public broadcasting services under the Broadcasting Infrastructure and Network Development (BIND) scheme.
11/07/2025
India Launches First Incentive Scheme for Electric Trucks Under PM E-DRIVE
India has rolled out its first customer-oriented subsidy programme for electric trucks, as part of the PM E-DRIVE initiative. This new scheme offers financial assistance of up to Rupees 9.6 lakh per truck, aiming to promote the adoption of electric freight vehicles across key sectors such as logistics, ports, cement, and steel.
12/07/2025
