National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Steel Users Federation of India (SUFI) to collaborate on the development of the steel and relevant commodity…
Air India signs MoU with SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC) for MRO collaboration
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- Air India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SIA Engineering Company Limited (SIAEC) to collaborate on Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO).
- The partnership aims to contribute towards developing India as a global aviation MRO hub.
- The MoU was signed in Mumbai on 3 July 2026 by Air India CEO & MD Campbell Wilson and SIAEC CEO Chin Yau Seng.
- The collaboration seeks to tap SIAEC's technical expertise to jointly develop a world-class MRO ecosystem in India.
- The legally non-binding agreement includes the potential formation of an MRO Joint Venture in India to serve regional and Indian aviation markets.
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Indian Air Force and MBDA ink agreement to localise MICA missile sustainment on 06 May 2026 (Start of May)
The Indian Air Force (IAF) signed an agreement with European defence major MBDA to establish a domestic Maintenance, Repair and Mid-Life Overhaul (MRO) facility for MICA air-to-air missiles. The MRO facility will be set…
India's First Digital Repository of Space-Sector Capabilities Launched at India Space Congress (ISC) (End of June)
The Indian Space Industry E-Catalogue, India's first comprehensive digital repository of space-sector capabilities, was launched at the India Space Congress (ISC). The platform was developed by the Satcom Industry…
Air India and Riyadh Air sign MoU to boost India-Saudi Arabia connectivity on June 4 (Start of June)
Air India and Riyadh Air signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on June 4 to strengthen air connectivity between India and Saudi Arabia. The partnership introduces codeshare and interline agreements, allowing…
Ministry of Cooperation (MoC) to launch cooperative life insurance company and expand Bharat Taxi to 500 cities
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- The Ministry of Cooperation (MoC) announced the establishment of a cooperative life insurance company to strengthen the cooperative movement.
- The Bharat Taxi initiative will be expanded to 500 cities over the next two years.
- The government is establishing the Tribhuvan Sahkari University at Anand in Gujarat to address skill and human resource requirements.
- The MoC is digitising 50,000 Primary Agriculture Cooperative Societies (PACS) into e-PACS.
- A memorandum of understanding was signed between Bharatiya Beej Sahakari Samiti Ltd (BBSSL) and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to strengthen seed systems.
- The MoC transferred 135 grain storage godowns with a combined capacity of 75,000 tonnes, inaugurated 85 godowns, and laid the virtual foundation for 47 additional grain storage facilities.
- Groundbreaking was performed for Sahakar Van projects by Amul and the National Cooperative Consumers' Federation of India (NCCF), and tissue culture facilities of BBSSL at Barabanki in Uttar Pradesh and Jalgaon in Maharashtra.
- India currently has approximately 8.5 lakh cooperative societies with more than 30 crore members.
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Union cooperation minister Amit Shah launched Bharat Taxi, India's first cooperative-led, driver-owned ride-hailing service, at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The service operates on a zero-commission model…
Bharat Taxi: Cooperative-based ride-hailing platform with zero commission for drivers (End of April)
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah launched Bharat Taxi, India's first cooperative-based ride-hailing platform, on February 5 in Delhi. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal launched the Bharat Taxi app in…
Canara HSBC Life Insurance partners with West Bengal Gramin Bank (WBGB) to deepen rural insurance coverage (End of May)
Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company Limited (Canara HSBC Life Insurance) has entered into a strategic bancassurance partnership with West Bengal Gramin Bank (WBGB). Canara HSBC Life Insurance will offer its life insurance…
SBI Life Insurance and IIT Bombay Partner to Establish Bharat Innovation Hub for Cyber Defence (Start of July)
SBI Life Insurance (SBI Life) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) to establish Bharat's AI & Cyber Innovation Hub for Insurance (Bharat Innovation Hub).…
State Bank of India (SBI) to acquire 10% stake in RMBS Development Company (RDCL)
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- State Bank of India (SBI) is acquiring a 10% stake in RMBS Development Company (RDCL) from the National Housing Bank (NHB), which will reduce NHB's holding from 39% to 29%.
- RDCL is a middle-layer non-banking financial company (NBFC) established in 2024 with a paid-up capital of ₹500 crore to deepen India's residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) market.
- The shareholders of RDCL include Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) with 10%, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and Bajaj Finance with 7% each, and Aditya Birla Housing Finance, Tata Capital Housing Finance, Truhome Finance, Grihum Housing Finance, Hero Housing Finance, and IIFL Home Finance with 5% each.
- As of March 31, 2026, SBI holds the country's largest home loan book at ₹9.44 lakh crore, while HDFC Bank's mortgage portfolio stood at ₹8.89 lakh crore and ICICI Bank's at ₹4.98 lakh crore.
- RDCL executed its maiden transaction on May 5, 2025, by securitising a ₹1,109-crore pool of home loans originated by LIC Housing Finance.
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Finance Ministry approves Emirates NBD Bank's proposal to acquire up to 74% stake in RBL Bank (Mid of May)
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) approved the proposal of Dubai-based Emirates NBD Bank to acquire up to 74 per cent stake in RBL Bank on May 14, 2026. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had previously approved…
Kotak Mahindra Bank has reached a definitive agreement to acquire the retail banking, private banking and wealth management business of Deutsche Bank in India. The acquired portfolio comprises nearly ₹29,000 crore in…
Competition Commission of India (CCI) approves DWS Group's stake acquisition in Nippon Life India AIF Management Ltd (Start of July)
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) approved the proposal of Germany-based DWS Group to acquire a 40 per cent equity stake in Nippon Life India AIF Management Ltd (NIAIF). NIAIF is a subsidiary of Nippon Life India…
TVS Venu will acquire up to a 9.9% equity stake in Jana Small Finance Bank (JSFB) on a fully diluted basis. The acquisition will be executed through a combination of primary warrant issuance and secondary share purchase.
Union Railway Ministry Infrastructure Push: New Train Services and Network Expansion
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- Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off the Nanded-Mumbai and Tanakpur-Nanded Express trains and extended the Tanakpur-Pilibhit service to Shahjahanpur.
- The Tanakpur-Agra service has been regularized after previously operating as a special train.
- India has constructed approximately 37,000 km of new railway tracks and achieved 99.6% electrification over the last 12 years.
- The Eastern and Western Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFC) are completed, and new east-west corridors are being developed to connect Dankuni to Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh.
- Railway projects valued at over ₹90,000 crore are currently under implementation in Odisha.
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Indian Railways rolled out the 100th Vande Bharat train on May 3, 2026, from Modern Coach Factory (MCF) at Raebareli. The first Vande Bharat train was introduced in 2018 with only two such trains.
Qadian-Beas rail link project revived on June 19, 2026 (Mid of June)
The Union Government has revived the 39.68-km broad-gauge Qadian-Beas railway line project in Punjab at an estimated cost of approximately ₹1,400 crore. The project was originally approved by the North-Western Railway…
The Ministry of Railways has notified the South Coast Railway (SCoR) as the 18th railway zone of India, which will become operational from June 1, 2026. The South Coast Railway (SCoR) is headquartered in Visakhapatnam…
Union Minister for Railways, Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated a 20-kW FM transmitter at Ramgarh in Rajasthan. The transmitter is part of a government initiative to provide comprehensive…
Cooperative Life Insurance Company to bolster cooperative sector growth
Key Updates:
- The Ministry of Cooperation (MoC) announced the establishment of a cooperative life insurance company to boost the growth of cooperatives in the insurance sector.
- Bharat Taxi is planned for expansion into 500 cities over the next two years.
- The MoC is establishing 'Tribhuvan' Sahkari University at Anand in Gujarat to address human resource problems.
- 50,000 Primary Agriculture Cooperative Societies (PACS) are being transformed into e-PACS to facilitate digital empowerment.
- A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Bharatiya Beej Sahakari Samiti Ltd (BBSSL) and Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to strengthen seed systems.
- Infrastructure projects include the transfer of 135 godowns with a capacity of 75,000 tonnes, the inauguration of 85 godowns, and the laying of the foundation stone for 47 grain storage godowns.
- Groundbreaking (Bhoomi Pujan) was conducted for Sahakar Van by Amul and National Cooperative Consumers Federation of India (NCCF), and tissue culture facilities of BBSSL at Barabanki in Uttar Pradesh and Jalgaon in Maharashtra.
- The MoC released model bye-laws for dairy cooperative societies and a book highlighting the ministry's achievements over the last five years.
- India has approximately 8.5 lakh cooperatives with more than 30 crore members.
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Bharat Taxi: Cooperative-based ride-hailing platform with zero commission for drivers (End of April)
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah launched Bharat Taxi, India's first cooperative-based ride-hailing platform, on February 5 in Delhi. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal launched the Bharat Taxi app in…
Annual Health Check-Up Initiative: Free health screenings for workers aged 40 and above (Start of May)
Union Minister of Labour & Employment Mansukh Mandaviya will launch the nationwide free 'Annual Health Check-Up Initiative' for workers aged 40 years and above on May 7, 2026. The initiative will be formally inaugurated…
100 Days Ayushman Student Coverage Mission to Expand Youth Health Coverage in Nagaland (Start of May)
Nagaland launched the ‘100 Days Ayushman Student Coverage Mission’ to expand health coverage for its younger citizens. The mission is being implemented from May to August, led by the Nagaland Health Protection Society…
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has introduced two new joint life insurance savings plans named LIC’s New Jeevan Sathi Single Premium and LIC’s New Jeevan Sathi Limited Premium. Both products are non-par…
Dokka Seethamma Mid-Day Meal Scheme: Introduction of Millet Chikki for Student Nutrition
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- The Andhra Pradesh government introduced peanut millet jaggery ‘chikki’ under the Dokka Seethamma Mid-Day Meal Scheme to improve children’s nutrition, immunity, and classroom concentration.
- The ‘chikki’ is composed of peanuts, jaggery syrup, and blended millets comprising ragi, jowar, and bajra.
- The distribution schedule provides the millet ‘chikki’ to students three times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
- To ensure quality and transparency, the state is divided into six supply packages with barcode-based monitoring implemented on packets and transport cartons.
- As part of a pilot initiative, children in Anganwadi centres will be served millet laddu instead of groundnut chikki.
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Karnataka State Excise Department implements Alcohol-in-Beverage (AIB) based excise duty (Mid of May)
Karnataka is the first state in India to implement an Alcohol-in-Beverage (AIB) based excise duty structure. The new policy came into effect from May 11, following the Chief Minister's 2026-27 Budget speech.
Andhra Pradesh is implementing a "farm to home" model to ensure fruits and vegetables reach consumers directly from farmers through Farmers' Producer Organisations (FPOs). The Rayalaseema region will be developed as a…
Mushroom Mission: ₹13,000 Crore Investment to Make Andhra Pradesh India's Largest Producer (End of April)
The Andhra Pradesh government is set to launch the Mushroom Mission with an estimated investment of ₹13,000 crore, supported by the Centre. The initiative is a five-year project aimed at positioning Andhra Pradesh as the…
Policy on Reuse of Treated Used Water, 2026: Framework for sustainable water management in Andhra Pradesh (End of June)
The Government of Andhra Pradesh approved the Policy on Reuse of Treated Used Water, 2026, issued by the Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MA&UD) department under the Swarna Andhra Vision 2047. The policy…
Uttar Pradesh Data Centre Policy 2026: Targets ₹2 Lakh Crore Investment
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- The Uttar Pradesh cabinet approved the Data Centre Policy, 2026, aiming to attract investments of more than ₹2 lakh crore.
- The policy seeks to create over two gigawatts of additional data centre capacity to support green and artificial intelligence (AI) ready infrastructure.
- The 2026 policy replaces the Data Centre Policy, 2021, which had targeted investments of ₹30,000 crore and a capacity of 900 MW.
- Financial and non-financial incentives provided include capital and interest subsidies, and concessions on land, stamp duty, and electricity charges.
- Special incentives are introduced for high-performance AI computing capacity, sustainability-linked benefits for green-certified centres, and internet connectivity reimbursement for edge data centres for the first three years.
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Maharashtra Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy 2026: ₹10,000 Crore Investment Target (End of April)
The Maharashtra Cabinet approved the Maharashtra Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy 2026, aiming to attract over ₹10,000 crore in investment and generate 1.5 lakh jobs by 2031. The policy proposes the establishment of a…
International Finance Corporation (IFC) commits USD 371 million to Sify for data centre expansion (End of June)
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a World Bank Group arm, has committed USD 371 million to Sify through a sustainability-linked loan. The investment is partnered with Sify Infinit Spaces Ltd (SISL), a…
Cushman & Wakefield ranks India as the second-largest data center market in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region with 1.6 GW of operational capacity. India is among the top three markets by development pipeline with 3.1 GW…
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved two highway projects with a combined investment of ₹14,114.81 crore. A six-lane road tunnel on NH-148AE connecting Shivmurti Interchange on Dwarka Expressway…
Pradhan Mantri Cha Shramik Protsahan Yojana: Rs 313.30 Crore Outlay for West Bengal Tea Workers
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- The West Bengal government announced the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Cha Shramik Protsahan Yojana (PMCSPY) with a total financial allocation of Rs 313.30 crore for tea garden workers in North Bengal.
- Under the Cha Shramik Shiksha Yojana (CSSY), Rs 177 crore has been earmarked to strengthen educational infrastructure and improve learning opportunities for families of tea workers.
- The Cha Shramik Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (CSSSY) has been allocated Rs 72 crore to upgrade healthcare facilities and enhance medical services across tea garden regions.
- Under the Cha Shramik Aashray Yojana (CSAY), Rs 63 crore is sanctioned for the construction of 321 resting sheds, consisting of 88 in the hills and 233 in the plains.
- The North Bengal Development Department (NBDD) will serve as the nodal implementing agency, coordinating with the Health Department, Paschim Banga Samagra Siksha Mission, and district administrations.
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Annapurna Yojana: ₹36,000 Crore Outlay (End of June)
The West Bengal government announced the Annapurna Yojana with a budget outlay of ₹36,000 crore to provide higher monthly monetary assistance, replacing the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme. A budget of ₹550 crore has been…
The West Bengal government is likely to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the State Assembly to establish a common set of personal laws for all communities. The UCC Bill includes provisions to ban polygamy…
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in West Bengal will implement Annapurna Bhandar, a Direct-Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme for women, from June 1. Eligible women under Annapurna Bhandar are expected to receive…
As of May, there are 822 registered Geographical Indication (GI) products in India. Uttar Pradesh leads the country with 83 GI registrations, followed by Tamil Nadu with 76 and West Bengal with 59.
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issues notices to food business operators for misleading claims
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- The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued notices to several food business operators (FBOs) for claims that may not comply with the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
- Heritage Foods Limited was flagged for using the term Fresh Paneer in violation of Schedule V and the term Healthy in Healthy Happiness contrary to Regulation 83 of the Food Safety and Standards Advertising and Claims Regulations, 2018.
- Dia Foods received a notice regarding its La Casa Vegan Hazelnut Chocolate Spread for misleading claims including All Natural, 100% Organic, and Vegan without required FSSAI licence endorsements.
- Cipzer Nutraceuticals was issued a notice for claims on its Juice Capsules including FSSAI Approved, Boost your immune system, Remove toxins from your body, and Made with Organic Vegetables.
- The FSSAI noted that Cipzer Nutraceuticals failed to display the Jaivik Bharat logo for organic claims and lacked scientific substantiation for health-related claims.
- The regulator highlighted that Cipzer Nutraceuticals' packaging featured images of tomato, cucumber, broccoli, cabbage, and coriander, which were not declared in the product's ingredient list.
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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued notices to food business operators for violating the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, regarding misleading brand names, trade names, and product claims.…
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) imposed a penalty of Rs 1 lakh each on Storia Foods and Beverages Private Limited and Mrs. Bectors Food Specialities Limited (English Oven) for misleading '100%' claims on…
Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) issues notices to e-commerce platforms over Cyclosinone Herbicide sale (Mid of May)
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) issued notices to Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, and JioMart regarding the sale of an allegedly unregistered product called Cyclosinone Herbicide. The action followed concerns…
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) Strengthens Enforcement and Licensing Norms for FY 2025-26 (End of May)
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) intensified enforcement in FY 2025-26, with state authorities managing nearly 98% of Food Business Operators (FBOs) under their licensing regimes. Regulatory…
Uttar Pradesh approves Startup Policy 2026 and Data Centre Policy 2026
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- The Uttar Pradesh cabinet approved the Startup Policy 2026 and Data Centre Policy 2026 to strengthen the state's innovation ecosystem and digital infrastructure.
- The Startup Policy 2026 introduces a ₹1,000 crore Startup Fund, providing seed funding up to ₹15 lakh and up to ₹50 lakh for projects of strategic importance.
- The Uttar Pradesh Startup Mission has been established as an autonomous body, replacing UP Electronics Corporation Ltd as the nodal agency for startup implementation.
- The Startup Policy 2026 provides prototype grants of ₹10 lakh and a monthly sustenance allowance of ₹20,000 for two years, with special provisions for women entrepreneurs, economically weaker sections, persons with disabilities, transgender entrepreneurs, and startups in Purvanchal and Bundelkhand.
- The Data Centre Policy 2026 aims to attract investment exceeding ₹2 lakh crore and develop an additional capacity of 2 Gigawatts, with a focus on GPU-based infrastructure, energy efficiency, and sustainable development.
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Invest UP and Invest India have agreed to strengthen collaboration to attract greater domestic and foreign investments into Uttar Pradesh. The decision was taken during a high-level meeting in Lucknow attended by Invest…
The Government of Uttar Pradesh launched the UP Rashtriya Parivarik Labh Yojana (National Family Benefit Scheme) in 2016. The scheme provides a lump sum payment of ₹30,000 to families below the poverty line (BPL) upon…
Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd to source electricity from 511-MW Khorluchu Hydro Power project in Bhutan (Start of June)
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) approved the proposal of Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd (UPPCL) to import electricity from the Khorluchu Hydro Power Ltd (KHPL) project in Bhutan. The…
Uttar Pradesh Government Launches 'Tech Youth-Supported Youth' Scheme for Modern Training of Youth (Mid of May)
On National Technology Day (May 11, 2026), Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced the state's aim to become India's 'Deep Tech Capital'. Missions in robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) have been…
Modified UDAN Scheme: ₹28,840 Crore Outlay for Regional Aviation
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- The Centre has earmarked ₹28,840 crore over the next 10 years for the modified Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik (UDAN) scheme to expand regional aviation.
- The UDAN scheme envisages the development of 100 aerodromes from existing unserved airstrips and the construction of 200 helipads.
- The UDAN scheme provides operational support for regional airports and continued viability gap funding for airlines.
- A 9 MMTPA greenfield integrated refinery-cum-petrochemical complex has been built in Balotra, Rajasthan, as a joint venture between Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) and the Rajasthan government at an investment of over ₹79,450 crore.
- The CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat, developed under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), involves an investment of over ₹7,500 crore.
- The OSAT facility has an annual production capacity of up to 5 billion semiconductor chips.
- Phase II of the Jaipur Metro Rail Project, estimated to cost over ₹13,000 crore, features a 41-km north-south corridor with 36 stations connecting Prahladpura with Todi Mod.
- A new terminal building at Jodhpur Airport, built at a cost of ₹480 crore, is designed to handle up to 20 lakh passengers annually and aims for a 5-Star GRIHA rating.
- SJVN Ltd developed the 1,000 MW Bikaner Solar Energy Project at an investment of around ₹5,500 crore, and NHPC developed the 300 MW Karnisar Bikaner Solar Energy Plant.
- The Churu-Sadulpur and Churu-Ratangarh rail doubling projects cover 104 km at a cost of around ₹900 crore, and the NH-125A Jodhpur Ring Road Section-II four-laning project cost approximately ₹740 crore.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Gujarat on May 10 and 11 to attend the Somnath Amrit Mahotsav. The Prime Minister will inaugurate the Sardar Dham in Vadodara, Gujarat, on the evening of May 11.
President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi inaugurated 60 projects and laid foundation stones for 12 projects worth ₹47,600 crore on 20 June 2026 in Rairangpur, Odisha. The development projects cover…
Paschimbanga Divas observed on June 20 with theme “West Bengal: Heritage, Harmony and Development” (End of June)
Paschimbanga Divas (West Bengal Day) was celebrated on June 20, 2026, at Tarakeswar, Hooghly, West Bengal. The theme for this year's Paschimbanga Divas is “West Bengal: Heritage, Harmony and Development”.
The Art of Living, founded in 1981 by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, celebrated its 45th anniversary and the 70th birthday of its founder at the Art of Living International Centre in Bengaluru. The PM MITRA Park at…
Clean Air, Healthy Delhi: ₹8,300 Crore Outlay for Air Pollution Combat
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- The Delhi government announced the "Clean Air, Healthy Delhi" project with a total outlay of ₹8,300 crore to combat air pollution.
- The funding for the project will be shared between the World Bank, providing 65 per cent, and the Delhi government, bearing 35 per cent.
- The programme is scheduled for implementation from September 2026 to August 2033 and supports the objectives of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) and the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
- The project covers key pollution-contributing sectors including transport, road dust, construction and demolition waste, solid waste management, industries, green spaces, and water pollution.
- The programme will be jointly implemented by the Environment Department, Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), Transport Department, Public Works Department (PWD), Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), Delhi Jal Board (DJB), Delhi Development Authority (DDA), New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), and Delhi Traffic Police.
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Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the 'Delhi Next – Code, Create and Change' programme at the Delhi Secretariat to solve urban challenges through technology. The initiative's outreach campaign reached over one crore…
Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) launches 'Road RADAR' initiative for real-time pollution monitoring (Mid of May)
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) launched 'Road RADAR' (Real-time Air Pollution Detection Across Roads) to strengthen on-ground monitoring and rapid redressal of air pollution sources across the city's road…
Envirocatalysts Launches Air Quality Dashboard Highlighting Ozone Rise in Delhi and NCR (Start of May)
Envirocatalysts, a Delhi-based research and public policy think tank, launched a public air quality dashboard based on Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data since 2015. Delhi's annual average ozone levels rose from…
The Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and the Delhi government inaugurated 18 Namo Oxygen Parks and launched the nationwide 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign on World Environment Day 2026. The 18…
India represents at United States International Naval Review 250 and Sail4th 250 on 4 July 2026
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- The Indian Navy (IN) sail training ship Sudarshini represented India at the United States International Naval Review 250 and Sail4th 250 on 4 July 2026.
- The event was held in New York to mark the 250th anniversary of the independence of the United States.
- INS Sudarshini entered the Port of New York and New Jersey.
- The vessel is a three-masted barque that participated in the Parade of Sail on the Hudson River.
- The ship served as a symbol of India's maritime heritage during the celebrations.
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INS Sunayna arrives in Male under IOS SAGAR to boost India-Maldives maritime cooperation (Start of April)
INS Sunayna, a Saryu-class Offshore Patrol Vessel, reached Male on Sunday as part of the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative. The deployment is the first international stop of a 50-day overseas mission and carries…
The Indian Navy (IN) ship INS Nireekshak arrived in Sri Lanka for a training visit and Operational Turnaround (OTR). The visit is aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation between India and Sri Lanka.
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Nireekshak, a diving support and submarine rescue vessel of the Indian Navy (IN), arrived at the port of Colombo, Sri Lanka. The vessel is participating in the 4th India-Sri Lanka joint diving…
The Indian Navy launched 'Sanghmitra', a Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata. The vessel, designated as Yard 3039, was launched by Sarita Vatsayan…
India develops indigenous Ugram assault rifle clearing Army and Ministry of Home Affairs trials
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- The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) through the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE) developed the indigenous assault rifle named Ugram.
- The Ugram rifle is chambered for the 7.62×51mm cartridge, weighs under four kilograms, and has an effective range of 500 metres.
- The rifle has cleared trials by the Indian Army and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and will be manufactured by Hyderabad-based Dvipa Defence India Private Limited.
- The weapon is likely to be procured by several Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), including the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), and the National Security Guard (NSG).
- The Ministry of Defence signed contracts worth ₹2,770 crore for the procurement of 4.25 lakh Close Quarter Battle (CQB) carbines for the Army and Navy, to be produced by Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL) and PLR Systems Pvt Ltd.
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Indian Army clears MEPRO X6 telescopic sights for NEGEV guns, BEL to lead indigenous production (Mid of June)
The Indian Army has cleared the Israeli-origin MEPRO X6 telescopic sight for its in-service NEGEV light machine guns after operational and environmental trials. The programme will be executed through Bharat Electronics…
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for defence procurement proposals worth approximately ₹52,000 crore. For the Indian Army, the DAC…
Nibe Limited successfully completed technical trials of the indigenous Vayu Astra-1 loitering munition system designed for precision strikes. The trials for the munition system were conducted at Pokhran in Rajasthan and…
Indian Army receives indigenous kamikaze drones and precision munitions on May 12, 2026 (Mid of May)
The Indian Army received the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Munition (ULPGM) and AGNIKAA VTOL-1 First-Person View (FPV) Kamikaze Drone under emergency procurement (EP-6). Both combat systems were designed and developed by…
India and Indonesia sign BrahMos and ASTRA defence deals to expand bilateral ties
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- Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the 'Bintang Adipurna', the highest civilian honour of Indonesia.
- India and Indonesia signed agreements for the supply of BrahMos missiles and Air-to-Air Missile ASTRA systems, with the latter involving a pact between Bharat Dynamics and Republic Corps.
- An overseas campus of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore will be established at the Singhasari Special Economic Zone in Indonesia's East Java province.
- The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and Indonesia's National Agency of Drug and Food Control signed a pact for cooperation in medical products regulation.
- The two nations signed agreements on maritime safety and security, critical minerals and technologies for steel supply chain, disaster management, health workforce collaboration, and the conservation and restoration of Prambanan Temple.
- Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed for cooperation in telecommunications, technologies and services, agriculture, research, technology and innovation, and management and technology utilisation in elections through the Election Commissions of both nations.
- India will share solutions for its mid-day meal scheme and public distribution system with Indonesia, and the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) will be integrated with Indonesia's payment system.
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India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed seven key agreements during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit. A strategic collaboration agreement was signed between Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Limited and Abu…
India and Vietnam Review Defence Ties and Sign 13 Agreements in New Delhi on 6 May 2026 (Start of May)
Union Minister for Defence Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence, General Phan Van Giang, in New Delhi on 6 May 2026. The two nations signed 13…
India and Japan hold 16th Annual Summit on July 2, 2026 (Start of July)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in New Delhi. The two nations signed a pact on co-development in the defence sector, with the first project…
India and the Republic of Korea (ROK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 20 May 2026 to enhance cooperation in defence, cyber, and defence information. The agreement was signed in Seoul by Union Defence…
Indian Navy to commission indigenous stealth frigate Mahendragiri on 11 July
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- The Indian Navy will commission the Mahendragiri F38, the sixth indigenous stealth frigate of Project 17A, at Visakhapatnam on 11 July.
- The frigate was designed by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau and built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai.
- The warship is named after the Mahendragiri mountain range located in the Eastern Ghats.
- The ship is powered by a Combined Diesel or Gas (CODOG) propulsion system and features over 75 per cent indigenous content under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
- The vessel is intended to safeguard maritime interests and support India's role as the Preferred Security Partner in the Indian Ocean Region.
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Indian Navy receives delivery of fourth Nilgiri-class stealth frigate Mahendragiri from Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL) (Start of May)
The Indian Navy has received delivery of Mahendragiri, a Project-17A Nilgiri-class frigate from Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL). The Nilgiri-class frigates are an improvement over the Project-17 Shivalik-class and are…
India to induct five indigenous naval platforms in June 2026 (Start of June)
The Indian Navy is set to induct five indigenously built naval platforms in June 2026. The new additions comprise two Project 17A stealth frigates (INS Dunagiri and INS Mahendragiri), one large survey vessel, and two…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will commission three indigenously built naval ships—Dunagiri, Sanshodhak, and Agray—at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port in Kolkata. The vessels were designed by the Indian Navy's Warship Design…
The Indian Navy (IN) commissioned INS Agray, a new anti-submarine warship built mostly in India under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. The vessel is one of eight new ships scheduled to replace the older Abhay-class…
Sharnbasva University and Industrial University of Vietnam sign MoU to strengthen academic ties on July 05, 2026
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- Sharnbasva University in Kalaburagi signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
- The agreement is a five-year pact designed to promote collaborative research and strengthen academic, scientific, and cultural ties between the two institutions.
- The MoU was signed by Lakshmi Patil Maka, Registrar of Sharnbasva University, and Bui Thanh Hung, Professor and Head of the Department of Data Sciences at the Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City.
- The framework includes joint research projects, publications in journals and books, and exchange programmes for undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students.
- The partnership envisages organising joint international conferences, seminars, workshops, symposia, and training programmes, with provisions for joint ownership of intellectual property rights.
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University of Delhi and Centre for Maritime Economy and Connectivity (CMEC) MoU to strengthen maritime education and research (End of April)
University of Delhi (DU) and Centre for Maritime Economy and Connectivity (CMEC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen maritime education and research. The MoU was signed at the Delhi School of…
Indian Naval Ships Udaygiri and Kavaratti conclude Vietnam port call, continue Southeast Asia deployment (End of June)
Indian Naval Ships Udaygiri and Kavaratti departed Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday after completing a successful port call to Vietnam. The ships were operating under the command of Rear Admiral Alok Ananda, Flag Officer…
Canada's Cape Breton University (CBU) signs three MoUs during India outreach from 27 April to 2 May (Start of May)
A delegation from Canada's Cape Breton University (CBU), led by President David C Dingwall, visited New Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Vadodara, and Ahmedabad to deepen higher education partnerships. CBU signed a five-year…
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) sign MoU for digital payments (End of May)
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in digital payments and financial innovation. The agreement, approved by the Union…
2,000-Year-Old Gold Ring with Brahmi Inscription Discovered in Thailand
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- A 2,000-year-old gold ring featuring an inscription in the ancient Indian Brahmi script was discovered at the Don Yai Thong archaeological site in Phetchaburi province, Thailand.
- The inscription on the ring reads pusarakhitasa, which translates to the one protected by Pushya, referring to an auspicious lunar constellation in Indian astronomy.
- Thailand's Fine Arts Department suggests the ring may have belonged to a merchant from the ancient Indian Vaishya community.
- The Don Yai Thong site has yielded eight human skeletons, pottery, bronze artefacts, and gold jewellery, indicating it may have been a ceremonial burial ground for high-ranking members of society.
- The discovery provides evidence of ancient maritime trade routes that linked India with Southeast Asia for the exchange of spices, precious metals, jewellery, and cultural traditions.
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India wins first-ever gold at World Rowing Cup III (Start of July)
Lakshay and Ujjwal Kumar Singh won India's first-ever gold medal at the 2026 World Rowing Cup III held in Lucerne, Switzerland. The duo secured gold in the Lightweight Men's Double Sculls Final with a time of 6:26.09…
The article reports a 3200-year-old settlement in the Mohane River Basin, Hazaribag district, Chauparan block. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has been called to intervene to protect the site.
Gross exports of gems and jewellery decreased by 9.07% to US$ 2,448.53 million (₹20,952.26 crores) in April 2026, while gross imports declined by 9.54% to US$ 2,032.56 million. Exports of cut and polished diamonds fell…
India won the gold medal in the women’s 4x100m relay at the second edition of the Asian Relays Championships held in Shaoxing, China. The gold-winning women's 4x100m relay team comprised Srabani Nanda, SS Sneha, Sudeshna…
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Tshering Choden scales Mount Elbrus
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- Sikkim mountaineer Tshering Choden successfully scaled Mount Elbrus in Russia.
- Mount Elbrus is the highest peak in Europe and has a height of 5,642 metres.
- The achievement was announced by the Sikkim Mountaineering Association (SMA).
- This ascent is the second successful summit for Tshering Choden in the Seven Summits mission.
- She previously climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, in August 2025.
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International Mount Everest Day observed on May 29 (End of May)
International Mount Everest Day is celebrated every year on May 29 to honour the first successful ascent of Mount Everest. Sir Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa of Nepal first reached the summit on…
Kami Rita Sherpa scaled Mount Everest for the 32nd time on Sunday at 10:12 am, breaking his own world record. The ascent of the 8,849-metre peak was confirmed by the Department of Tourism of Nepal.
Jim Whittaker, the first American to reach the summit of Mount Everest, died at the age of 97 at his home in Port Townsend, Washington. He achieved the historic ascent of the 29,032-foot peak on 1 May 1963, accompanied…
President Draupadi Murmu conferred the President's Police Colour on the Sikkim Police at Paljor Stadium in Gangtok. Sikkim is the 15th state in India and the third in the northeast to receive this award.
2026 UN Sustainable Development Goals Index released at Hamburg Sustainability Conference
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- India achieved its highest-ever position in the global United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index, ranking 94th among 167 countries in the 2026 edition.
- The 2026 Sustainable Development Report was published by the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), showing India’s score improved to 68.3 out of 100.
- India and China recorded the strongest advances in the SDG Index since 2015 among major economies, with India rising 18 places from its initial rank of 112th.
- According to the report, India currently lags behind four of its South Asian neighbours in the global rankings: Bhutan, the Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
- The report identifies major challenges for India in seven specific goals, including SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions).
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MoSPI releases SDG Progress Report 2026 highlighting 65.3% Social Protection Coverage (Start of July)
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) National Indicator Framework Progress Report, 2026, to mark the 20th Statistics Day. The National…
World Economic Forum (WEF) releases Energy Transition Index 2026; India ranks 70th among 120 countries. (Mid of June)
Global energy transition readiness declined for the first time in over a decade, according to the World Economic Forum (WEF) Energy Transition Index 2026. India advanced two places to rank 70th among 120 countries…
Iceland has retained its position as the world's most peaceful country for the 19th consecutive year. The top 10 safest countries are Iceland, New Zealand, Switzerland, Slovenia, Ireland, Austria, Portugal, Singapore…
Knight Frank ranks India as the sixth-largest country globally by ultra-high net worth individual (UHNWI) population. India is home to 19,877 UHNWIs with net worth exceeding $30 million in 2026, accounting for 2.8% of…
Sirsa Kinnow receives GI tag on March 28, 2026
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- Sirsa Kinnow has become the first fruit from Haryana to receive a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
- The GI tag was granted by the Geographical Indications Registry in Chennai to the Kharisureran Farmer Producer Company Limited in Sirsa district.
- The application for the GI tag was submitted on June 16, 2023, and the registration certificate was issued on March 28, 2026.
- The achievement was supported by the Indo-Israel Centre of Excellence in Sirsa, which has trained farmers in modern citrus farming since 2013.
- The official logo for the fruit features an orange kinnow with a green leaf inside a circular Sirsa Kinnow emblem.
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Tripura Sarinda granted Geographical Indication (GI) tag (Mid of June)
The traditional Tripura Sarinda, a stringed musical instrument associated with indigenous communities, has been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. The GI recognition is intended to preserve folk traditions and…
Khurasani Imli, the fruit of the Baobab tree (Adansonia digitata) from Mandu, has been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. The Baobab tree is not indigenous to India and was introduced to Mandu nearly six…
The Khurasani Imli, which is the fruit of the Baobab tree (Adansonia digitata), has been officially granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. The Baobab tree is not indigenous to India and was introduced to the Mandu…
Four products from Jharkhand have secured Geographical Indication (GI) status. The products granted the GI tag are Bhagaiya silk, Kuchai silk, Munda jewellery, and bamboo craft.
IIM Bangalore to launch first overseas campus in Indonesia on July 7, 2026
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- Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore will establish its first overseas campus in Indonesia.
- The campus is intended to serve students from Indonesia and the wider Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region.
- IIM Ahmedabad was the first IIM to establish an overseas campus, located in Dubai.
- The IIM Ahmedabad Dubai campus was inaugurated on September 11 at Dubai International Academic City.
- The IIM Ahmedabad Dubai campus offers a one-year full-time MBA programme for experienced professionals.
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QS Executive MBA Rankings 2026: South Korea enters for first time, IIM Bangalore slips to 64th (Start of May)
South Korea entered the QS Executive MBA Rankings for the first time in 2026, with Korea University Business School placed 76th globally. Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) released the Executive MBA Rankings 2026.
National Education Policy (NEP) 2020: Approval for Three Global Universities to Open India Campuses (Mid of June)
The Ministry of Education issued Letters of Approval (LoAs) to the University of Bristol, the University of York, and the University of New South Wales (UNSW) to establish campuses in India. The approvals align with the…
The University of Liverpool received a Letter of Approval to establish its first campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The announcement was made during the first ministerial review of the India-UK Vision 2035 held in New…
EAM S. Jaishankar and Indonesian FM Sugiono co-chair 8th India-Indonesia Joint Commission Meeting in New Delhi (Start of June)
The 8th India-Indonesia Joint Commission Meeting was co-chaired by External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar and his Indonesian counterpart Sugiono in New Delhi on 7 June. Discussions covered key priorities under the…
Jalalabad in Uttar Pradesh renamed as Parshurampuri
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- The Uttar Pradesh cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, approved the renaming of Jalalabad town in Shahjahanpur district as Parshurampuri.
- The existing Jalalabad Nagar Palika Parishad has been renamed as Parshurampuri Nagar Palika Parishad.
- The renaming proposal received approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in August 2025.
- The move is based on the belief that the town is the birthplace of Lord Parshuram, the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu.
- Jalalabad was established during the Mughal period and derived its name from Emperor Akbar, also known as Jalal-ud-din Muhammad Akbar.
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The Odisha state Cabinet approved revised English spellings for 64 places across 26 districts to restore them to their Odia phonetic forms. The initiative was undertaken to preserve and promote the linguistic heritage…
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved two highway projects with a combined investment of ₹14,114.81 crore. A six-lane road tunnel on NH-148AE connecting Shivmurti Interchange on Dwarka Expressway…
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) dismissed China’s assignment of new names to locations within Indian territory as mischievous attempts that carry no legitimacy. Official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that…
Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd to source electricity from 511-MW Khorluchu Hydro Power project in Bhutan (Start of June)
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) approved the proposal of Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd (UPPCL) to import electricity from the Khorluchu Hydro Power Ltd (KHPL) project in Bhutan. The…
World Rural Development Day observed on July 6
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- World Rural Development Day is observed annually on July 6 and was established by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly in September 2024.
- The date commemorates the founding of the Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP) on July 6, 1979.
- CIRDAP is a Bangladesh-based intergovernmental organisation focusing on rural development and poverty alleviation.
- Member countries of CIRDAP include Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Iran, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam.
- The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) reports that family farms produce approximately 80% of the world's food, while around 80% of the world's population living in extreme poverty reside in rural areas.
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World Zoonoses Day observed on July 6 (Start of July)
World Zoonoses Day is observed every year on July 6 to raise awareness about zoonotic diseases, which are infections that spread from animals to humans. The day marks the 1885 development of the rabies vaccine by Louis…
First National Rural Development Conference to shape roadmap for Viksit Gram, Viksit Bharat (End of June)
The first-ever National Rural Development Conference will be held on June 28–29, 2026, at the Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam Auditorium in Pusa, New Delhi. The conclave will be chaired by the Union Minister for Agriculture…
Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin): 125 Days Work Guarantee (Mid of May)
The Ministry of Rural Development announced the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB–G RAM G) to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) from July 1…
India concludes Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Sammelan 2026 focusing on Viksit Gram, Viksit Bharat (Start of July)
The Ministry of Rural Development organised the Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Sammelan (RGVS) 2026. The two-day national conclave was aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of rural transformation to accelerate…
Rear Admiral C. Raghuram assumed charge as Chairman and Managing Director of Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL)
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- Rear Admiral C. Raghuram (Retd.) assumed charge as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) on July 2, 2026.
- Rear Admiral Raghuram was awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) in 2017 for his distinguished service to the Indian Navy.
- Before taking over as CMD of HSL, he served as the Assistant Chief of Materiel.
- He is an alumnus of the Naval College of Engineering, Lonavala, Cranfield University, United Kingdom, the Naval War College, and the National Defence College.
- Jasvinder Singh assumed charge as the Director (Strategic Project) of HSL.
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Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumed charge as the 27th Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) of the Indian Navy on May 31, 2026. He succeeded Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, who retired after completing his tenure as Navy chief.
Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty Assumed Charge as 20th Commander-in-Chief of Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) (Start of June)
Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty assumed charge as the 20th Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) at Sri Vijaya Puram. Established in 2001, the ANC is India's first and only integrated theatre command…
Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan assumed charge as Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command (Start of June)
Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan assumed charge as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command, in Mumbai on 30 May 2026. Prior to this appointment, he served as the 47th Vice Chief of the Naval Staff at…
Air Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann assumed command as Commanding-in-Chief of Southern Air Command (SAC) (Start of July)
Air Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann assumed command as the Commanding-in-Chief of Southern Air Command (SAC) of the Indian Air Force (IAF). He succeeds Air Marshal Manish Khanna, who superannuated on June 30.
Sanjeev Jain Appointed Ambassador to North Korea
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- The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) appointed Sanjeev Jain as the Ambassador of India to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
- Sanjeev Jain is a 2008-batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer.
- He is currently serving as the Ambassador of India to the Republic of Cabo Verde.
- He succeeds Aliawati Longkumer, who was appointed to the post on June 16, 2025.
- Diplomatic relations between India and DPRK at the embassy level were established on December 10, 1973.
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Vipul Appointed India's Next Ambassador to Saudi Arabia (Start of June)
Vipul, a 1998-batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer, has been appointed as India's next ambassador to Saudi Arabia. He is currently serving as India's envoy to Qatar, a position he has held since August 2023.
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar spoke at the Jeju Forum for Peace and Prosperity 2026 in Jeju, South Korea. Jaishankar said India and the Republic of Korea (ROK) must cooperate more closely in…
The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) foreign ministers, comprising India, United States (US), Japan, and Australia, held a meeting in New Delhi on 26 May 2026. The Quad issued a joint statement reaffirming its…
Prashant Pise Appointed Ambassador of India to Oman (Mid of May)
Prashant Pise has been appointed as the Ambassador of India to the Sultanate of Oman by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Pise is a 1995 batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer.
Girish Bharadwaj dies; was Padma Shri awardee
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- Girish Bharadwaj, a mechanical engineer known as the Bridge Man of India, died at the age of 76 at a private hospital in Sullia, Karnataka.
- He constructed more than 140 low-cost suspension bridges across Karnataka, Kerala, and several other states to improve rural connectivity.
- His first suspension bridge was built in 1989 across the Payaswini River.
- The Government of India conferred the Padma Shri on him in 2017 for his contributions to rural connectivity and social service.
- He was referred to as the Visvesvaraya of Sullia by the villagers in the communities he served.
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Puviyarasu, Tamil Poet and Translator, Dies (Start of July)
Puviyarasu, a renowned Tamil poet, translator, screenwriter, and actor, died at the age of 96 in Coimbatore. He was among the few Indian litterateurs to win the Sahitya Akademi Award twice, for translation and poetry.
Suraj Hegde passed away in Bengaluru after suffering a cardiac arrest at around 55 years of age. He served as the secretary of the All India Congress Committee (AICC).
Mohan Singh Dies Former Indian Footballer (Start of May)
Former Indian football midfielder Mohan Singh died on May 7 at the age of 78, with the All India Football Federation (AIFF) paying tribute to his contributions. He made his senior national team debut against Burma in…
C.D. Gopinath, India’s oldest Test cricketer and member of first-ever Test-winning team, dies at 96. (Mid of April)
C.D. Gopinath passed away at the age of 96 on Thursday, ending his status as India’s oldest living Test cricketer. He was part of India’s maiden Test victory, an innings and eight-run win over England in Chennai…
Narendra Modi conferred Bintang Adipurna
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- Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia.
- The Bintang Adipurna is the highest civilian honour of Indonesia.
- The medal was presented to Narendra Modi by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.
- The award ceremony took place in Jakarta, Indonesia.
- The honour was conferred in recognition of the historic and intimate ties between India and Indonesia.
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EAM S. Jaishankar and Indonesian FM Sugiono co-chair 8th India-Indonesia Joint Commission Meeting in New Delhi (Start of June)
The 8th India-Indonesia Joint Commission Meeting was co-chaired by External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar and his Indonesian counterpart Sugiono in New Delhi on 7 June. Discussions covered key priorities under the…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the Royal Order of Polar Star by Sweden. The Royal Order of Polar Star is the highest honour awarded to a Head of Government by the Scandinavian nation.
Narendra Modi conferred with 2026 Agricola Medal by Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) (End of May)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the 2026 Agricola Medal from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) at its headquarters in Rome. The award was presented by FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu in recognition of the…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the Grand Cross of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit by King Harald V in Oslo. The award is Norway's highest honour for foreign Heads of Government and is the 32nd…
Alok Mittal, Amit Garg, and Sujeet Pandey Appointed as Chiefs of Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D), National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA)
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- The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) appointed Alok Mittal, a 1993-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, as the Director General of BPR&D under the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
- Amit Garg, a 1993-batch IPS officer from Andhra Pradesh, was appointed as the head of NCRB by temporary upgradation of the post to the Director General level.
- Sujeet Pandey, a 1994-batch IPS officer from the Uttar Pradesh cadre, was appointed as the Director of SVPNPA.
- Alok Mittal, the current Director General of Prisons in Haryana who previously served in the National Investigation Agency (NIA), will lead BPR&D until June 30, 2029.
- Amit Garg, who is at present the Director of SVPNPA, will lead the NCRB until his superannuation on October 31, 2027.
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U.P. Rajeev has been appointed as the Director of the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) in Thiruvananthapuram. He previously served as the Associate Director Research and Development at VSSC.
National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) 2024 report released (Start of May)
The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) released the latest crime statistics for India on Wednesday. India recorded 58.85 lakh crimes in 2024, representing a six per cent decline from the 62.41 lakh cases reported in…
National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) Report 2024 (Start of May)
The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data for 2024 reveals that Delhi recorded 2,905 suicides, the highest among 53 Indian cities. Bengaluru reported the second-highest number of suicides at 2,403 with a rate of 16.7…
Supreme Court orders mandatory kidnapping FIRs for missing persons nationwide on May 22, 2026 (End of May)
The Supreme Court (SC) has mandated all police stations nationwide to register a kidnapping case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for every missing person or child. A committee headed by Justice (retd) Mukta…
Teejan Bai Passes Away (Padma Vibhushan Awardee)
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- Teejan Bai, a noted Pandavani exponent, passed away at the age of 70 at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Raipur.
- Pandavani is a traditional performing art form originating in Chhattisgarh and also performed in Madhya Pradesh and Odisha, involving the musical narration and enactment of stories from the Mahabharata.
- Teejan Bai was the first woman from the Pardhi community to perform Pandavani, specialising in the Kapalik style where the performer stands and moves freely across the stage.
- Teejan Bai was the only person from Chhattisgarh to have been awarded the Padma Vibhushan.
- Her honours include the Padma Shri (1988), Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (1995), Padma Bhushan (2003), and Padma Vibhushan (2019).
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Renowned Mand folk singer Gavri Devi passed away at the age of 98 at her residence in Pali, Rajasthan. She was a prominent exponent of Mand singing, which is one of the oldest music traditions originating from Rajasthan.
Vijaya Mehta passes away as veteran Marathi theatre legend (Start of July)
Vijaya Mehta, a veteran Marathi theatre director, actor, and producer, passed away at the age of 91. She co-founded the Rangayan theatre group in the 1960s alongside Vijay Tendulkar, Shriram Lagoo, and Arvind Deshpande.
Suman Kalyanpur Passes Away Playback Singer (Start of June)
Suman Kalyanpur, a playback singer of Hindi cinema, passed away on 31 May at the age of 89 at her residence in Lokhandwala, Mumbai. She made her debut with the song Ek dil, do hain talabgaar in the film Darwaaza (1954).
Asha Bhosle Passes Away at 92 (Mid of April)
Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle passed away at the age of 92 on 12 April. She was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai due to extreme exhaustion and a chest infection prior to her demise.