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Centre Launched PM-VBRY To Boost Formal Employment And Job Creation
The Government of India rolled out the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY) on 15 August 2025 to expand formal sector employment. Managed by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), the scheme carries a financial outlay of Rs 99,446 crore and aims to generate over 3.5 crore jobs within two years by incentivising both workers and employers.
18/08/2025
India Launches Demography Mission To Address Illegal Immigration Concerns
In 2025, India has renewed its focus on the challenges posed by illegal immigration and its implications for national security and social stability. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the launch of a high-level Demography Mission to tackle these pressing issues.
18/08/2025
Flash Floods In Kishtwar Highlight Growing Climate Risks In Jammu And Kashmir
The Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir was recently struck by a devastating flash flood after torrential rains hit Chasoti village, located near the famous Machail Mata temple.
18/08/2025
Exercise SLINEX: India–Sri Lanka Bilateral Naval Engagement
Exercise SLINEX is a bilateral maritime exercise conducted between the Indian Navy and the Sri Lanka Navy. The series, first initiated in 2005, has now become a cornerstone of naval cooperation between the two countries.
18/08/2025
PM SVANidhi Yojana 2025: Empowering Street Vendors Across India
The Prime Minister recently praised the achievements of the Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Yojana, highlighting its role in financially empowering street vendors across India. Launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, the scheme has become a lifeline for vendors, helping them revive their businesses and achieve self-reliance.
18/08/2025
Kerala Health Alert: Rare Brain-Eating Amoeba (PAM) Cases Reported In Kozhikode
Kerala’s health authorities have issued a high alert in Kozhikode district following the confirmation of three consecutive cases of Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a rare and deadly brain infection.
18/08/2025
India–UK CETA 2025: Digital Trade Chapter, Opportunities And Sovereignty Concerns
The India–United Kingdom Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) 2025 represents a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral trade, particularly in the field of digital commerce.
19/08/2025
India Proposes National Guidelines For Veterinary Blood Transfusion And Blood Banking
The Government of India has introduced draft guidelines aimed at standardising blood transfusion and blood banking practices for animals. This initiative is expected to strengthen veterinary healthcare by ensuring safer and more efficient emergency treatment for both livestock and companion animals.
19/08/2025
Manika Vishwakarma Crowned Miss Universe India 2025, To Represent India In Thailand
India has found its new face on the global beauty stage. Manika Vishwakarma, a young model from Ganganagar, Rajasthan, has been crowned Miss Universe India 2025 at a spectacular grand finale held in Jaipur.
19/08/2025
President Murmu Unveiled New Gardens At Rashtrapati Bhavan Amrit Udyan
President Droupadi Murmu has inaugurated three newly developed sections of Amrit Udyan at Rashtrapati Bhavan the Plumeria Garden, Banyan Grove, and Babbling Brook.
19/08/2025
Over Two Lakh Users Register On India e-Jagriti Platform: Enhancing Consumer Justice Digitally
Since its launch, the e-Jagriti platform has witnessed registrations from over two lakh users, including Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), highlighting the growing adoption of digital solutions for consumer dispute resolution in India.
19/08/2025
Nepal Declared Rubella-Free By WHO: A Major Public Health Milestone
The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially certified Nepal as free from rubella, marking a remarkable achievement in the country’s public health journey.
20/08/2025
Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan: World Largest Tribal Leadership Programme
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs officially launched the Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan on August 19, 2025, introducing a landmark initiative to strengthen grassroots governance and empower tribal communities across India.
20/08/2025
Sliteye Shark Spotted For First Time In Great Chagos Bank
For the first time, researchers have documented the sliteye shark in the Great Chagos Bank the world’s largest coral atoll. This sighting highlights the remarkable and still little-studied biodiversity of the Chagos Archipelago and its Marine Protected Area.
20/08/2025
Government Rolls Out Anna-Chakra Tool To Modernize Food Supply System
In a significant move to strengthen India’s food security network, the Government of India has rolled out the “Anna-Chakra” Supply Chain Optimisation Tool across 30 out of the 31 planned States and Union Territories (UTs).
20/08/2025
Indian Railways Achieved Multiple Milestones In Green Energy, Freight, And Electrification
Indian Railways has recently marked a series of breakthroughs in its journey toward sustainable transport, renewable energy integration, and modernization of its infrastructure.
20/08/2025
COP 30 In Belem, Brazil: A Pivotal Climate Negotiation
The 30th Conference of the Parties (COP 30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is set to take place in November 2025 in Belem, Brazil.
21/08/2025
West Bengal Launches Shramshree Scheme For Migrant Workers
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced the Shramshree Scheme, a landmark welfare initiative designed to support Bengali migrant workers who return home after facing linguistic discrimination, workplace harassment, or social exclusion in other states.
21/08/2025
Jalalabad Renamed As Parashurampuri In Uttar Pradesh
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has given its nod to rename Jalalabad town in Uttar Pradesh’s Shahjahanpur district as Parashurampuri. The decision was announced on August 20, 2025, by Union Minister Jitin Prasada, who also belongs to the region.
21/08/2025
130th Constitutional Amendment Bill, 2025: Provisions, Debate, And Implications
The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill, 2025 has sparked significant debate in Parliament. Amid heated discussions in the Lok Sabha, the Bill was sent to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for in-depth review.
22/08/2025
India Introduced Online Gaming Bill 2025: Ban On Real Money Gaming
The Government of India introduced Bill No. 110 of 2025, titled The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, in the Lok Sabha. Passed rapidly, the Bill represents a shift from the earlier Information Technology Intermediary Rules of 2023.
22/08/2025
Iran Conducts Sustainable Power 1404 Missile Drill In Indian Ocean And Gulf Of Oman
In a significant display of military capability, Iran carried out a large-scale naval and missile exercise titled “Sustainable Power 1404” in the northern Indian Ocean and the Gulf of Oman.
22/08/2025
Exercise Samanvay Shakti 2025: Indian Army Launched Civil-Military Integration Drill In Assam
In a significant initiative to strengthen civil-military coordination in the northeastern region of India, Exercise Samanvay Shakti 2025 was recently launched at Laipuli in the Tinsukia district of Assam.
22/08/2025
Dal Lake Hosts Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025
The famous Dal Lake in Srinagar became the venue for the inaugural competitions in rowing, kayaking, and canoeing as part of the Khelo India Water Sports Festival.
22/08/2025
India Space Legislation & Regulatory Framework: Chandrayaan-3, Gaganyaan & Commercial Space
India’s space program is making rapid strides with landmark missions such as Chandrayaan-3 and the upcoming Gaganyaan, reflecting the country’s growing technological capabilities.
23/08/2025
India Labour Market 2025: Bridging Productivity Gap Between Formal & Informal Workers
India’s government has recently highlighted the creation of 17 crore jobs over the past decade. Yet, achieving the ambitious goal of a $36 trillion economy by 2047 hinges on bridging the significant productivity gap between formal and informal workers.
23/08/2025
