Uttarakhand has become the sixth state in India to achieve full literacy status under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The state achieved this milestone through the implementation of the Understanding Lifelong…
Uttar Pradesh Retains Position as India's Largest Milk-Producing State with 15.66% Share
Key Updates:
- Uttar Pradesh is India's largest milk-producing state, accounting for 15.66% of the country's total milk production in 2024-25.
- According to the Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics 2025, Uttar Pradesh's milk production increased from about 27.7 million tonnes in 2016-17 to around 38.8 million tonnes in 2024-25.
- Rajasthan ranks second with a 14.82% share in India's milk production.
- Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Maharashtra follow with shares of 9.12%, 7.78%, and 6.71% respectively.
- The top five milk-producing states together contribute 54.09% of India's total milk production.
- India contributes around 25% of global milk production, making it the world's largest milk producer.
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Over 12.71 lakh cyber fraud complaints were recorded across India between January 1 and June 30, 2026, with reported fraudulent transactions exceeding Rs 10,178 crore. Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest number of…
Uttar Pradesh Government to supply indigenous cow milk products to Indian Army on 13 June 2026 (Mid of June)
The Uttar Pradesh (UP) government has initiated a programme to supply high-protein dairy products derived from indigenous cow breeds to the Indian Army. A premium dairy supplement known as Skyr, produced using Danish and…
Uttar Pradesh government presents ₹59,019.54 crore supplementary Budget for 2026-27 (Start of August)
Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna presented the first supplementary Budget for 2026-27 in the Assembly, proposing additional expenditure of ₹59,019.54 crore. The supplementary Budget includes ₹17,399.50…
Russia imports 42,000 tonnes of gasoline from India in first-ever shipment
Key Updates:
- Russia imported gasoline from India for the first time, with the first cargo arriving on August 5, 2026.
- The first shipment consisted of approximately 42,000 tonnes of gasoline loaded on the Russian-flagged tanker Cyclone at Vadinar on June 18.
- The cargo was transferred to the Oman-flagged tanker Garnet via ship-to-ship transfer off Egypt's coast on July 6 before arriving in Russia.
- Nayara Energy Ltd, an Indian refiner backed by Rosneft PJSC, supplied the gasoline.
- The imports are a result of Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries, which have caused domestic fuel shortages and led Russia to ban gasoline and diesel exports.
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Moscow floats rail route to Indian Ocean via Turkmenistan, Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan amid Hormuz crisis (Mid of August)
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin proposed exploring a rail link to the Indian Ocean with a possible route through Turkmenistan, Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan. The proposed rail corridor is intended to…
Sudarsan Pattnaik wins Russia Grand Sand Master Cup 2026 (Mid of June)
Sudarsan Pattnaik, a sand artist from Odisha, became the first Indian to win the Russia Grand Sand Master Cup 2026. The award was presented at the II International Festival of Sand Sculpture in Kaliningrad, Russia, which…
Russia agreed to build Kazakhstan's first nuclear power plant under a $16.5 billion deal, with an agreement signed on Thursday, May 28, 2026. The plant will be located in the village of Ulken on the shores of Lake…
Russia charged Telegram founder Pavel Durov with aiding terrorism and placed him on an international wanted list. The Federal Security Service (FSS) alleged that Telegram's administration failed to remove channels and…
India increases urea imports from Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria and Georgia
Key Updates:
- India imported 2.5 million tonnes (mt) of urea in the first quarter of FY27, with 52% sourced from Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria and Georgia.
- Egypt supplied 609,000 tonnes, Algeria 245,000 tonnes, Nigeria 244,000 tonnes, and Georgia 211,000 tonnes in Q1 FY27.
- The West Asia war disrupted traditional trade routes, prompting India to diversify urea sourcing.
- India's fertilizer subsidy bill is proposed to nearly double to ₹3.54 trillion for the current fiscal, against a budgeted ₹1.77 trillion.
- In FY26, India imported 194,830 tonnes from Egypt, 217,059 tonnes from Algeria, 124,215 tonnes from Georgia, and 447,090 tonnes from Nigeria, accounting for 8.8% of total urea imports of 11.2 million tonnes.
- India imports around 20% of its annual urea requirement.
- India trimmed its kharif season fertilizer demand estimate to 38.39 million tonnes from 39.05 million tonnes after IMD lowered monsoon forecast to 90% of LPA.
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India Allows Anhydrous Ammonia Use in Agriculture (End of July)
The Government of India has notified specifications for Anhydrous Ammonia Fertiliser under the Fertiliser Control Order (FCO), allowing its manufacture in the country for three years. Anhydrous ammonia contains a minimum…
The European Union (EU) has authorised India to continue exporting aquaculture products, eggs, honey, and animal casings beyond September. The EU notified an amendment to Regulation (EU) 2021/405 due to growing concerns…
Khet Bachao Abhiyan to reduce excessive fertiliser use (Start of June)
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will launch the Khet Bachao Abhiyan nationwide from June 1 to June 30. The month-long campaign will begin from Ramsiya village in Raisen, Madhya Pradesh.
The Ministry of Steel has requested the Ministry of Finance to withdraw anti-dumping tariffs on low-ash metallurgical coke (met coke) imports. India is the world's second-largest crude steel producer.
Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) Releases PLFS Quarterly Bulletin for April-June 2026; Unemployment Rate at 5.4%
Key Updates:
- The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) quarterly bulletin for April-June 2026 on August 10, 2026.
- The all-India unemployment rate for persons aged 15 years and above rose by 0.4 percentage points to 5.4% in April-June 2026.
- The rural unemployment rate rose to 4.8% from 4.3%, while the urban unemployment rate edged up to 6.7% from 6.6%.
- Urban female unemployment stood at 8.7%, compared with 6.1% for urban males.
- The Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for persons aged 15 and above fell to 54.6% from 55.5%.
- The share of regular wage and salaried workers rose to 16.1% in rural areas and 49.3% in urban areas.
- The share of rural workers in the secondary sector rose to 24.4% from 22.6%.
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The National Statistics Office (NSO) reported that India's overall unemployment rate fell to 3.1% in 2025, the lowest level recorded in eight years. India aims to achieve full and productive employment by 2030 under the…
Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) to Use Producer Price Index (PPI) for GDP Deflation (End of July)
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) will use the output Producer Price Index (PPI) for deflation in annual and quarterly GDP data. The updated estimates may be released along with the GDP…
NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Shri Ashok Kumar Lahiri released the 8th edition of the Trade Watch Quarterly for the fourth quarter (January–March 2026) of FY2025-26 in New Delhi. India's total goods and services trade grew…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) unanimously decided to keep the policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent and retain its neutral policy stance. The RBI revised its real Gross Domestic…
Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) signs two MoUs with Institute of Data Engineering, Analytics and Science Foundation (IDEAS) for GDP nowcasting and data research
Key Updates:
- The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Institute of Data Engineering, Analytics and Science Foundation (IDEAS) at the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata.
- The collaboration will develop a desktop-based software tool for GDP nowcasting to provide timely assessments of current economic activity.
- It will also create a harmonised indicator framework linking administrative data from health, nutrition and well-being schemes with National Sample Survey (NSS) household-level data.
- MoSPI will provide financial assistance and data support, while IDEAS will undertake research and develop analytical tools.
- The MoUs were signed by IDEAS Chief Executive Officer Agnimitra Biswas and Prasoon Verma, Director, Training Unit, Capacity Development Division, MoSPI.
- The research initiative supports the Viksit Bharat @ 2047 vision for data-driven policymaking.
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The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) signed five MoUs with industry leaders to expand support for startups. The MoUs were signed with Cashfree Payments, Darwin Dynamics, Vultr India, Cars24…
Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026 introduced in Lok Sabha to replace 1959 Act (Start of August)
The Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026 was introduced in the Lok Sabha by Union Minister Rao Indrajit Singh. The bill seeks to incorporate the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) as a body corporate and strengthen…
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) with the Grassroots Research and Advocacy Movement (GRAAM) to launch the Embark India Development Fellowship. The…
India Hosts BRICS National Statistical Offices Meeting in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on August 3, 2026 (Start of August)
India hosted the two-day BRICS meeting of Heads of National Statistical Offices (NSO) in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, beginning on August 3, 2026. The meeting was inaugurated under India's Chairship of the BRICS 2026…
Bharti Airtel's Airtel Business and ITI Limited sign MoU for enterprise digital transformation in India
Key Updates:
- Bharti Airtel Limited's Airtel Business and ITI Limited (ITI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a strategic collaboration.
- The collaboration will enable Indian enterprises to modernise legacy systems, improve operational efficiency, strengthen security, and respond faster to changing business demands.
- The integrated solution suite includes enterprise connectivity, data center and sovereign cloud services, IoT, AI-powered solutions, LEO satellite services, and cybersecurity.
- The partnership will deliver nationwide digital and telecom infrastructure combining OFC, GPON, SD-WAN, and private 4G/5G connectivity with secure data center and sovereign cloud services.
- The collaboration will integrate industrial IoT asset tracking, AI-powered analytics, and full-stack cybersecurity solutions.
- The initiative will support India's defence and security needs through innovation, Make in India, and Atmanirbhar Bharat focus.
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The Tripura state government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Google India in July 2026 to develop an Artificial Intelligence ecosystem. The MoU is part of the Destination Tripura Business Conclave 2026…
The Indian Army and Bharti Airtel Pvt. Ltd. (Airtel) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand communication infrastructure in the Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh. The project aims to establish mobile…
E-Samudra Launched as India Accelerates Digital Transformation of Maritime Governance (Mid of August)
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) launched the E-Samudra digital platform on August 10, 2026. E-Samudra integrates services for seafarers, shipping companies, ports, and other maritime stakeholders…
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Esri India Technologies Private Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Location Intelligence, and GeoAI solutions…
Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) incorporates AACL Global IFSC Limited for global treasury operations
Key Updates:
- Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) has incorporated a new company named AACL Global IFSC Limited.
- AACL Global IFSC Limited will function as a wholly-owned step-down subsidiary of Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL).
- The company will offer financial services as a Global Treasury Centre under the IFSCA (Finance Companies) Regulations, 2021.
- The incorporation aims to streamline treasury and finance operations internationally, leveraging IFSCA's regulatory advantages for capital efficiency and cross-border fund management.
- AAHL is India's largest operator of Public Private Partnership (PPP) airports, operating eight airports including Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Jaipur, Guwahati, Thiruvananthapuram, and Navi Mumbai.
- AAHL is developing integrated Airport City destinations spanning approximately 663 acres across key cities.
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Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) and International Resources Holding (IRH) sign $11.5 billion aluminium project deal with Odisha government (Start of July)
Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) and International Resources Holding (IRH), a unit of International Holding Company (IHC) group, signed a deal with the Odisha government to set up an integrated aluminium project with a…
The Union Health Ministry has authorised the Navi Mumbai Airport as a new entry point for pharmaceutical imports into India. The inclusion of the airport was notified by amending Rule 43A of the Drugs Rules.
Uber has partnered with the Adani Group to establish its first data centre in India. The data centre project is scheduled to be ready later this year to test and deploy Uber's technology.
Air India and Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) sign codeshare partnership covering Delhi, Mumbai-Baku routes (Start of August)
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) entered into a codeshare partnership with Air India, building on an existing interline agreement between the two carriers. Air India will place its code on AZAL-operated daily flights between…
Karnataka Launches Tathyakosh Public Data Portal to Make Public Data Easier to Discover
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- The Karnataka government launched Tathyakosh.in, a digital public good aimed at making India's fragmented public data ecosystem more accessible.
- IT-BT Minister Priyank Kharge unveiled the Tathyakosh platform.
- Tathyakosh brings together more than 1.5 million datasets from 458 data sources on a single searchable platform.
- The platform was developed by the ACSEL Technology Forum in association with the IIT Alumni Centre Bengaluru.
- Tathyakosh does not store datasets itself but directs users to the source of each dataset, preserving ownership and provenance.
- The platform is expected to be useful for researchers, startups, developers, and policymakers working with data-intensive applications in areas such as healthcare, agriculture, climate, legal research, and financial inclusion.
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Tamil Nadu Launches Nalam TN Public Service Portal (Mid of July)
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay launched the 'Nalam TN' digital health portal to provide access to government health services through a single website. The Chief Minister inaugurated medical infrastructure worth ₹139.47…
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao launched a portal to track and control Not of Standard Quality (NSQ) drugs. The portal was developed by the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA).
Karnataka Launches AI-Powered Composite Digital Crop Survey to Improve Agricultural Data Accuracy (Start of August)
Karnataka launched the Composite Digital Crop Survey on August 6, 2026, to improve the accuracy and reliability of agricultural data. The initiative integrates satellite imagery, artificial intelligence, drones…
Kerala Launches AI-Led Governance Overhaul to Streamline Administration (Start of August)
The Kerala government launched an AI-assisted governance overhaul to modernise its bureaucracy and improve ease of doing business and ease of living. The reforms include the creation of a Co-ordination and Programme…
Centre Redefines Ganga Active Floodplain, Introduces Regulatory and Warning Zones
Key Updates:
- The Jal Shakti Ministry amended the River Ganga (Rejuvenation, Protection and Management) Authorities Order, 2016 through a notification issued on August 7, 2026 and published in the Gazette on August 10, 2026.
- The amendment redefined the active floodplain of the Ganga and its tributaries as the area inundated by a one-in-five-year flood.
- The floodplain definition now includes an active floodplain, a regulatory zone for one-in-five to one-in-25-year floods, and a warning zone for one-in-25 to one-in-100-year floods.
- The amended definition also covers areas inundated by the greatest flow or a flood with a once-in-100-year frequency.
- The amendment replaced the 'construction free zone' wording with a requirement to maintain river banks and floodplains to reduce pollution sources and pressures and preserve natural groundwater recharge functions.
- The 2016 order's prohibition on permanent or temporary structures in the active floodplain remains unchanged, subject to specified exceptions and permissions.
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NMCG Drafts Small River Rejuvenation Framework (Mid of July)
The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) unveiled the draft Small River Rejuvenation (SRR) Framework on July 18, 2026. The framework prioritizes natural connectivity, catchment restoration, local water storage, and…
The Ministry of Power released Draft Corporate Average Fuel Economy 2027 Norms (CAFE III) on July 16, 2026. The norms will replace existing CAFE-II norms after March 31, 2027, and apply to M1 category passenger vehicles…
Electric Passenger Boats Launched on the Ganga (End of July)
The Varanasi Development Authority (VDA), in collaboration with GAIL (India) Limited, launched electric passenger boats under the Electric Boat Conversion Pilot Project. The first five converted electric boats were…
Uttar Pradesh Small River Rejuvenation Initiative Enhances Rural Sustainability and Ecological Resilience (Mid of May)
The Government of Uttar Pradesh is implementing the Small River Rejuvenation initiative through the State Mission for Clean Ganga (SMCG) to restore ecological resilience and rural sustainability. The Namami Gange and…
PM-POSHAN Revised Menu Adds Idli-Sambar in Delhi Schools
Key Updates:
- The Directorate of Education issued an order to implement a revised PM-POSHAN menu in Delhi government schools.
- The revised menu includes idli-sambar, which must be operationalized by August 24, 2026.
- The menu replaces ragi halwa with wheat flour and chana masala, and vegetable daliya with jowar and bajra.
- The six-day menu includes poori with black chana gravy, rice with chhole, poori with chhole, rice with dal, and rice with kadhi.
- The revised menu will be implemented across all government and government-aided schools under the PM-POSHAN scheme.
- Implementing agencies must comply with PM-POSHAN nutritional norms and FSSAI food safety standards.
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NITI Aayog School Education Quality Index 2026: Punjab Overtakes Kerala (Start of August)
Punjab has overtaken Kerala to rank first in the NITI Aayog School Education Quality Index 2026. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains presented a four-year report on changes to Punjab's school system since 2022 in the…
The Tamil Nadu government renamed the Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme as the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme. The scheme will be expanded to cover students of Classes 6 to 8 in government and aided schools…
The Delhi government launched Mission Kayakalp to modernise government school infrastructure, including classrooms, laboratories, toilets, and drinking water facilities. The initiative is being implemented with support…
A tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on July 10, 2026, at the Delhi Secretariat for a rainwater harvesting project in 75 CM Shri Schools across Delhi. The project is part of the ‘Catch the Rain’…
Tamil Nadu Moves Resolution Seeking Freeze on Lok Sabha Strength at 543
Key Updates:
- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay introduced a resolution in the Assembly against the Union Government's proposed delimitation exercise.
- The resolution urges the Centre to permanently fix the Lok Sabha strength at 543 seats.
- The resolution demands freezing inter-state allocation of Lok Sabha seats based on the current proportion of representation.
- The resolution demands maintaining the existing ratio of 2.2:1 between population and states.
- The resolution demands implementation of 33% women's reservation in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections based on the existing 543 constituencies.
- The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, proposed to expand Lok Sabha strength to 850 seats but failed to secure the required two-thirds majority.
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The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly passed a resolution making the rendition of Tamil Thai Vazhthu mandatory at the beginning of all official state programmes. The resolution applies to educational institutions…
The Lok Sabha passed the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026, by voice vote. The Bill proposes to change the name of the state of Kerala to Keralam.
Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 Introduced in Lok Sabha (Mid of August)
The Government introduced the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha. The bill seeks to rename the state of Kerala as Keralam.
The Lok Sabha passed the Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026, without a debate amid Opposition protests. The bill proposes the creation of a National Tribunals Commission headquartered in New Delhi.
Widow and Orphan Cess on Fuel Begins in Himachal Pradesh
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- The Himachal Pradesh government imposed a 60-paise-per-litre cess on petrol and diesel from August 12, 2026.
- The 'Widow and Orphan Cess' aims to fund welfare measures for widows and orphans from economically weaker sections.
- The levy is notified under the state's Value Added Tax (VAT) law by the State Taxes and Excise Department.
- The cess is collected at the first point of sale when an oil company sells fuel to a dealer.
- The notification allows the state to increase the cess up to Rs 5 per litre in the future.
- The cess is charged in addition to the existing VAT on petrol and high-speed diesel.
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Himalayan Serow Sighted in Himachal Pradesh After Two Decades (Start of August)
The Himalayan serow (Capricornis thar) was recorded on camera in the Dalhousie catchment forests adjoining the Kalatop-Khajjiar Wildlife Sanctuary for the first time in two decades. The species is classified as Near…
The Government of India plans to expand the national ethanol fuel network to 5,000 dispensing stations by the close of 2027. Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) Hardeep Singh Puri stated the rollout begins with…
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi, approved a ₹10,000 crore support scheme to cap Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices for domestic airlines. The initiative will reimburse state-run oil…
The State Forest Department of Himachal Pradesh and the Bharti Institute of Public Policy (BIPP) at the Indian School of Business (ISB) prepared a report titled “Green wealth: Towards a future ready people’s forest…
PM E-DRIVE Scheme Extended Till March 2028; e2W Incentive Capped at Rs 5,000
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- The Ministry of Heavy Industries extended the PM E-DRIVE Scheme till March 31, 2028.
- The incentive for electric two-wheelers has been halved to Rs 2,500 per kWh, capped at Rs 5,000 per vehicle.
- The total outlay of the PM E-DRIVE Scheme is Rs 11,900 crore.
- The maximum ex-factory price for electric two-wheelers to avail the incentive is Rs 1.5 lakh.
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The Union Government approved Karnataka's proposal for the installation of 1,243 electric vehicle (EV) chargers with an outlay of ₹123 crore under the PM E-DRIVE initiative. The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) is…
MHI Data: Maharashtra tops PLI-Auto scheme with 66 manufacturing units; Tamil Nadu has 38 (End of July)
Maharashtra leads the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the automobile and auto component industry with 66 manufacturing units. Tamil Nadu has 38 units, Haryana 35, and Karnataka 28 under the PLI-Auto scheme.
PM-VBRY Completes 1 Year, 72 Lakh First-Time Workers Formalised (Start of August)
The Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana (PM-VBRY) completed one year of implementation on August 1, 2026. Over 72 lakh first-time employees entered the formal workforce under PM-VBRY in its first year.
Union Cabinet Approves Continuation of PM-KISAN Scheme Till 2030-31 with ₹3.15 Lakh Crore Outlay (Start of August)
The Union Cabinet approved the continuation of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme from 2026-27 to 2030-31. The scheme has a financial outlay of ₹3.15 lakh crore for the extended period.
Colombia Declares National Emergency After 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake on August 10, 2026
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- A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on August 10, 2026, with its epicentre near San José del Palmar in Chocó province.
- The United States Geological Survey (USGS) recorded the earthquake at a depth of 107 km.
- At least 111 people were killed and hundreds of buildings were damaged or collapsed across more than 20 municipalities.
- Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella declared an emergency and said he would visit the disaster zone.
- Colombia's Geological Service called the earthquake the strongest recorded in the country in the last decade.
- Two aftershocks of magnitudes 2.8 and 4.8 followed the main earthquake.
- Flights were suspended at airports in Manizales, Quibdó, Armenia, Pereira and other affected cities.
- The earthquake was felt in neighbouring Ecuador and Panama, with minimal damage reported there.
- Rescue teams were searching through collapsed buildings for survivors in Cali, Pereira and Manizales.
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Spain declared a national emergency over wildfires for the first time, allowing the government to coordinate the response. More than 10,000 people were evacuated from towns in the mountains west of Madrid due to three…
Abelardo de la Espriella Sworn In as Colombia President (Start of August)
Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as the President of Colombia on August 7, 2026. He succeeded leftist President Gustavo Petro.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan expressed grief and solidarity with Venezuela following a series of powerful earthquakes. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan expressed grief and offered India's assistance to Venezuela following a series of powerful earthquakes. The United States Geological Survey (USGS)…
Indian Railways Supplies Coaches to Bangladesh Railway
Key Updates:
- Rail Coach Factory (RCF) in Kapurthala rolled out the first rake of 19 Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) broad gauge passenger coaches for Bangladesh Railway.
- The rake comprises three AC sleeper coaches, three AC chair cars, 11 non-AC chair cars, and two power cars.
- RCF had previously supplied 120 LHB broad gauge coaches to Bangladesh Railway in 2015-16.
- In 2024, Bangladesh Railway placed an order through RITES for 200 broad gauge passenger coaches across seven variants.
- The coaches feature reclining seats with stainless steel armrests and footrests, fans in AC coaches, integrated CCTV surveillance, a passenger alarm system, partially openable windows, a Baby Care Room, and a Prayer Room.
- The coach roofs are reinforced to withstand additional load from passengers travelling on the roof during heavy traffic.
- The coaches adopt a crashworthy design compliant with European Standard EN 15227.
- The coaches are equipped with a customised electrical system operating on 415 V instead of the conventional 750 V used in Indian Railways coaches.
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Indian Railways approved a Rs 976-crore multitracking project on the 29km Danapur–Fatuha section under East Central Railway (ECR). The project includes construction of third and fourth lines between Danapur and Patna, a…
Railways Introduces All India Licence for Container Train Operators with Uniform Rs 25 Crore Registration Fee (Start of August)
Indian Railways introduced a single pan-India licence for container train operators, replacing the earlier route-wise permission system. The uniform registration fee for the all-India container train operator licence is…
Indian Railways launches Reform Express freight reforms (Mid of July)
Indian Railways unveiled eight new structural reforms under the Reform Express initiative to modernise freight operations. Containerised transportation of fly ash using ISO-standard containers was introduced to enable…
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…
DRDO Opens NETRA-2026 Seminar on Electronic Warfare
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- The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) opened the two-day NETRA-2026 national seminar on electronic warfare, digital twin and mission critical system design on August 11, 2026.
- NETRA-2026 brought together more than 200 participants from the armed forces, DRDO, ISRO, defence public sector undertakings, academia and industry.
- The seminar was organised by DRDO in association with the Association of Old Crows India Chapter and industry partners.
- The seminar focuses on electronic warfare, digital twins, artificial intelligence, radar, radio-frequency systems, FPGA design, mission-critical systems and digital engineering.
- A hands-on workshop is scheduled for August 13, 2026.
- DRDO Director General (Electronics and Communication Systems) B K Das inaugurated the event in the presence of Bharat Electronics Limited CMD Manoj Jain and MathWorks' Sunil Motawani.
- B K Das stated that modern warfare is shifting towards asymmetric and saturation attacks, with inexpensive drones and emerging technologies changing the economics of combat.
- Das called for a layered defence architecture combining missiles, radars, electronic warfare systems, directed-energy weapons and drones.
- Digital twins and model-based systems engineering were highlighted as key technologies for developing future defence systems.
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The fourth edition of the Tri-Services Future Warfare Course commenced at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi on 3 August 2026. The four-week course is conducted under the aegis of Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ…
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched the Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026) on 30 June 2026 in New Delhi. The framework decentralises financial powers within the Defence Research and Development…
DRDO Signs Contracts for AEW&C Mk-II Programme (End of July)
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) signed two major contracts under the Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) Mk-II programme. The first contract was signed with AI Engineering Services Limited…
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth will inaugurate the third edition of Kalam & Kavach on May 14 at the Manekshaw Centre. The conference is themed ‘Taking JAI Forward With I²’ and focuses on strengthening defence…
Indigenous Unmanned Systems to be Showcased at Pokhran for Indian Air Force
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- Indigenous unmanned systems including one-way attack drones, long-range loitering munitions, and cargo UAVs will be showcased at a special event for the Indian Air Force at Pokhran firing ranges.
- The event is planned for the third week of September and will see participation of several defence companies and startups.
- The air force is interested in drones with a range of more than 1,000 km that provide live video feedback.
- Swarm drone systems with a range of more than 300 km are also likely to be showcased.
- The air force is looking for drones capable of tracking and eliminating electronic warfare emitters.
- Logistics drones for casualty evacuation, medical supplies, and cargo delivery to troops at extreme altitudes will also be demonstrated.
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India showcases next-generation indigenous defence arsenal at Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Hazira facility (Start of June)
The Zorawar light tank, developed with the Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE), is a 25-tonne tank armed with a 105 mm gun designed for plains, deserts, and high-altitude regions. The K9…
India launched the Air Ship-based High Altitude Pseudo Satellite (AS-HAPS) project to develop indigenous stratospheric airships for long-duration surveillance and intelligence missions. The airships will operate at…
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and France-based Exail have partnered to deliver an advanced Unmanned Mine Counter-Measure (MCM) Suite for the Indian Navy's Mine Counter Measure Vessels (MCMVs) programme. The unmanned MCM suite…
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and a domestic startup, has developed an indigenous low-cost tactical aerostat. The tactical…
RCF Kapurthala to Roll Out First 19-Coach LHB Rake for Bangladesh Railway on August 12, 2026
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- India's Rail Coach Factory (RCF) Kapurthala will roll out its first 19-coach Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) rake for Bangladesh Railway on August 12, 2026.
- The rake is part of a 2024 order placed with RITES Limited for 200 broad-gauge passenger coaches in seven variants.
- The 19-coach rake includes three AC sleeper cars, three AC chair cars, 11 non-AC chair cars, and two power cars.
- The coaches feature reclining seats, integrated CCTV surveillance, a passenger alarm system, partially openable windows, a Baby Care Room, and a Prayer Room.
- The roof structure has been strengthened to withstand additional loading from passengers travelling on the roof during peak traffic.
- The coaches have a crashworthy design compliant with European Standard EN 15227 and operate on a 415 V electrical system instead of the conventional 750 V.
- Bangladesh Railway will induct 200 BG coaches into its fleet between June 2026 and December 2027.
- RITES Limited previously supplied 120 BG LHB coaches, 36 BG locomotives, and 10 meter gauge locomotives to Bangladesh Railway.
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The first direct commercial freight train from India arrived at the Nepal Customs Yard in Biratnagar on July 20, 2026, carrying canola grains from Kolkata Port. The 40-wagon rake used the Jogbani-Biratnagar cross-border…
The opening ceremony of Exercise Tiger Lightning (TL)-2026 was held at the Para Commando Brigade in Jalalabad Cantonment, Sylhet on July 19, 2026. The joint exercise involves the Bangladesh Army and the United States…
Bangladesh formally joined the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) on 24 June 2026, bringing the total number of member countries to 27. The IBCA is a treaty-based global entity headquartered in New Delhi and was…
Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls for 2026 to update Mizoram's electoral demographics (Mid of June)
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is conducting a month-long Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls for 2026 in Mizoram. The door-to-door verification and enrolment drive is scheduled to conclude on…
India Launches Second Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel 'Shruti' at GRSE Kolkata on 11 August 2026
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- Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) launched Shruti, the second Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), at its Kolkata facility on 11 August 2026.
- The vessel, designated as Yard 3037, was formally launched by Mrs Manika Sadhu, wife of Vice Admiral Sanjay Sadhu, Controller of Warship Production and Acquisition.
- GRSE is constructing four NGOPVs as part of the Indian Navy's wider 11-ship programme, with construction undertaken concurrently at GRSE Kolkata and Goa Shipyard Limited.
- The first NGOPV, Sanghmitra, was launched from GRSE on 20 May 2026.
- The remaining two NGOPVs from GRSE are expected to be launched by the end of the current financial year.
- Shruti is approximately 113 metres in length and 14.6 metres in width, with a displacement of around 3,000 tonnes.
- The vessel can reach speeds up to 23 knots and has an endurance of 8,500 nautical miles while cruising at 14 knots.
- The indigenously designed NGOPVs are meant for maritime surveillance, search and rescue, protection of offshore assets, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, and anti-piracy missions.
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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…
Indian Navy Launches Fifth Diving Support Craft DSC A24 in Kolkata on August 1, 2026 (Start of August)
Indian Navy launched its fifth Diving Support Craft, DSC A24, at Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL) in Kolkata on August 1, 2026. DSC A24 was designed and constructed by TRSL in accordance with the Indian Register of…
The Indian Navy took delivery of Nipun, its second indigenously built diving support vessel, from Hindustan Shipyard Limited in Visakhapatnam. Nipun is a 118-metre ship displacing more than 8,560 tonnes, with more than…
Indian Navy launches seventh Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft 'Machilipatnam' at Cochin Shipyard on 29 July 2026 (Start of August)
Indian Navy launched 'Machilipatnam' (BY 529), the seventh of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, at Cochin Shipyard Limited on 29 July 2026. The vessel was launched by Goolrukh Anand in the presence of…
Scientists discover three new cascade frog species in northeast India
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- Scientists discovered three new cascade frog species in Tripura, Nagaland, and West Bengal after over 15 years of field research.
- The findings were published in the Bulletin of the Museum of Comparative Zoology, a scientific journal issued by Harvard University.
- The new species are Ammachi's Cascade Frog (Amolops ammachi), Sendenyu Cascade Frog (Amolops sendenyu), and Beautiful Cascade Frog (Amolops bella).
- Ammachi's Cascade Frog was found in Tripura's Jampui Hills and named in honour of social worker Padmini Varkey.
- The study also recorded five cascade frog species from previously undocumented locations and reported five additional species in India for the first time.
- DNA-based dating and biogeographic analyses traced cascade frog diversification to about 32 million years ago during the Eocene-Oligocene transition.
- The research highlighted the role of early Himalayan uplift in shaping the distribution and diversification of cascade frogs through an 'into-and-out-of-Himalaya' pattern.
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Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) discovers new frog species Amolops Kamal in Nagaland (Start of June)
A team of researchers from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) discovered and described a new species of cascade-dwelling frog named Amolops Kamal in Nagaland. The specimens of the new species were collected from…
A new species of mountain horned dragon lizard, Acanthosaura syrax, has been discovered in Mae Wong National Park in western Thailand. The species inhabits cool mountain forests at elevations above 1,000 metres, with…
The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) discovered two new spider species in northeast India. ZSI carried out a comprehensive taxonomic revision of Indian whip scorpions.
Two new solitary bee species, Elaphropoda triangulata and Habropoda adi, have been discovered in Arunachal Pradesh. The species were identified by researchers from the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the…
Amgen to open Science and Innovation Centre in Hyderabad's Genome Valley
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- Amgen plans to open a Science and Innovation Centre in Genome Valley, Hyderabad, expected to be operational in 2027.
- The centre will bring together scientists and technologists in discovery chemistry, drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics, and precision medicine.
- The facility is expected to create employment opportunities for around 200 highly skilled professionals.
- Amgen's global research and development network consists of seven research laboratories.
- Amgen opened its global capability centre (GCC) in Hyderabad in February 2025.
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Axis Bank signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani to establish the Axis Bank–BITS Industry Research, Technology & Innovation Park at the BITS Pilani…
Department of Health Research-Indian Council of Medical Research (DHR-ICMR) Hosts S.H.I.N.E. 2026 School Outreach Programme (Mid of August)
The Department of Health Research-Indian Council of Medical Research (DHR-ICMR) launched the second edition of S.H.I.N.E. 2026, a nationwide school outreach initiative. S.H.I.N.E. stands for Science, Health and…
The Telangana government, in partnership with Microsoft, 1M1B Foundation, and MeitY Startup Hub, is establishing a Green Skills & Applied AI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Hyderabad. The CoE will focus on green pharma and…
Chitkara University Launches Rs 20-Crore Atal Incubation Centre for Drone Tech, Agritech and Renewable Energy (Mid of July)
Chitkara University launched the Atal Incubation Centre - Chitkara Incubation Foundation (AIC-CIF) and AIC-PRIDE Labs at its Punjab campus. The centre is established with a combined investment of up to Rs. 20 crore over…
Andhra Pradesh Reaffirms Elephant Conservation Commitment on World Elephant Day
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- Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan reaffirmed the government's commitment to elephant protection on World Elephant Day (August 12, 2026).
- He described elephants as guardians of forests and symbols of ecological balance.
- The commitment is carried forward through Project Elephant, strengthened under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.
- Andhra Pradesh is implementing the Healing and Nurturing Units for Monitoring, Aid and Nursing of Wildlife (HANUMAN) programme for wildlife protection.
- Two trained kumki elephants were deployed in Parvathipuram to address human-elephant conflict.
- The vision includes safe communities, protected forests, and free movement of elephants through secure habitats.
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The Uttarakhand Forest Department plans to fit radio collars on herd-leading elephants to track their movements and reduce human-elephant encounters during the 2027 Kumbh Mela in Haridwar. The initiative is being…
World Lion Day is observed annually on August 10 to raise awareness about lion conservation. The day was introduced in 2013 by wildlife conservationists Dereck and Beverly Joubert.
India’s Asiatic Lion Population Reaches 891 (Mid of August)
The Asiatic lion population in India increased from 523 in 2015 to 891 in 2025, as announced by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on World Lion Day. Project Lion, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on…
National Endangered Species Day is observed every year on the third Friday of May, having been initiated in 2006 by conservation voices in the United States. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)…
Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) records rare Himalayan bee Colletes bhutanicus in Arunachal Pradesh
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- The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) recorded the solitary Himalayan bee Colletes bhutanicus for the first time in India.
- The bee was found in Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh at elevations between 1,500 and 3,800 metres.
- Colletes bhutanicus was previously documented only in Bhutan and China, including China's Xizang region.
- The bee was observed visiting 25 species of flowering plants, including mustard, buckwheat, coriander, beans, chilli and eggplant.
- The discovery extends the known distribution of the species into India and highlights the need for further biodiversity surveys in remote Himalayan regions.
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The rare dragonfly species known as the Long-tailed Duskhawker (Gynacantha khasiaca) was rediscovered in Arunachal Pradesh after a period of 110 years. The species was spotted inside the Namdapha National Park and Tiger…
Arunachal’s Boleng to Host Asian Rafting Championships 2026 (Start of August)
Boleng in Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, will host the 2026 Asian Rafting Championships from October 5 to 9. Chief Minister Pema Khandu reviewed preparations for the championship with Asian Rafting Council President…
Two new solitary bee species, Elaphropoda triangulata and Habropoda adi, have been discovered in Arunachal Pradesh. The species were identified by researchers from the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the…
Rare Yellow Puffball Mushroom Discovered in Arunachal Pradesh (Start of June)
A rare species of yellow puffball mushroom, provisionally identified as Bovista colorata, was discovered in Zedua village of Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh. The specimen was documented by a team from the Indian…
V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOCPA) becomes India's first port to receive ISO 50001:2018 certification for energy management
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- V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOCPA) has become the first port in India to receive the ISO 50001:2018 certification for its Energy Management System.
- The certification was awarded by Indian Register Quality Systems (IRQS).
- The certification recognises VOCPA's systematic approach to managing energy consumption and its commitment to continual improvement in energy performance.
- VOCPA has been focusing on efficient energy utilisation and improved operational practices as part of its broader sustainability and environmental initiatives.
- The achievement sets a benchmark for other ports in India towards greener maritime infrastructure and decarbonisation.
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V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOC Port) achieves 45 per cent reduction in carbon emissions (End of June)
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal announced that V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOC Port) has reduced its net carbon emissions by approximately 45 per cent. The port has been…
Osmania University (OU) in Hyderabad, Telangana, became the first university in India to receive four international ISO certifications simultaneously. The certifications were awarded by the Bureau of Indian Standards…
India Approves First 100 MWh Flow Battery Project (End of July)
NTPC Renewable Energy Limited has awarded a contract to Delectrik Systems for India's first utility-scale Vanadium Redox Flow Battery (VRFB) project with a capacity of 100 MWh. The VRFB will be deployed at the Khavda…
India will host the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting in Gurugram, Haryana, on June 25-26 under its BRICS Chairship 2026. The meeting is guided by the theme Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and…
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Sports Ministry Suspends Table Tennis Federation of India Recognition Over Governance Issues
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- The Sports Ministry suspended the recognition of the Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) on Wednesday, citing governance issues and failure to hold elections on time.
- The ministry has asked the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to form an ad-hoc committee to run the sport, in consultation with the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF).
- The decision came after the TTFI gave an unsatisfactory response to a show-cause notice issued by the ministry earlier in the year.
- The TTFI had also faced scrutiny over the exclusion of star player Manika Batra from the Asian Games squad, which she alleged was due to an ambiguous and unfair selection process.
- The ministry accused the TTFI of failing in its responsibility towards athlete welfare, including delaying the National Championships last year.
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The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) granted conditional recognition to the interim body of the Judo Federation of India (JFI). The JFI has been under a court-appointed administrator since 2022 following a…
India Sweep Commonwealth Table Tennis Team Titles (Start of August)
India won both the men's and women's team titles at the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships. The men's team defeated Malaysia 3-2 in the final.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta unveils 'Mayur' as official mascot for 2026 Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships (Mid of July)
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta unveiled 'Mayur' as the official mascot of the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026. The mascot is inspired by India's national bird, the peacock, and its feathers represent…
Sports Authority of India (SAI) partners with University of Tsukuba for sports excellence (Start of June)
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Tsukuba, Japan, to strengthen the high-performance sports ecosystem. The agreement was signed by Prof…
Jammu and Kashmir to Host Irani Cup in Srinagar
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- The Irani Cup match between Jammu and Kashmir and Rest of India will be held at Sher-I-Kashmir Stadium in Srinagar from October 1 to 5, 2026.
- This will be the biggest cricket match in Jammu and Kashmir since the India-Australia ODI in 1986.
- The stadium currently has a seating capacity of 5,000 spectators.
- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not yet officially confirmed the venue.
- Jammu and Kashmir won the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy to qualify for the Irani Cup.
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The National Conference (NC) held a protest in Delhi on July 20, 2026, demanding restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. The protest was led by NC president Farooq Abdullah and included Jammu and Kashmir Chief…
Union Minister for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated India’s seventh Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) at Jammu on June 5, 2026. The RMC Jammu will provide specialised weather…
135th IndianOil Durand Cup Trophy Tour Reaches Guwahati (Mid of July)
The 135th IndianOil Durand Cup Trophy Tour arrived in Guwahati on July 16, 2026. The event at Hotel Vivanta was attended by Assam Sports Minister Biswajit Daimary and other dignitaries.
The Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre of the Indian Army won the 6th Lieutenant Governor's Cup Horse Polo Tournament. The tournament was held at the Goshan International Polo Stadium in Drass.
India's Para-Cyclists Win 12 Medals at UCI Para Cycling Track Event in Denmark
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- Indian para-cyclists won a total of 12 medals at the UCI Para Cycling Track Event in Odense, Denmark.
- The medal tally included two gold, five silver, and five bronze medals.
- Arshad Shaikh led the contingent with six medals: two gold, three silver, and one bronze.
- Vishwa Vasani secured four bronze medals in the 1km Individual Time Trial, Scratch Race, 200m Sprint, and Elimination Race.
- Anshuman Dhumal won two silver medals.
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Tejaswin Shankar won India's first-ever men's decathlon medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. He secured the bronze medal with a total of 7,976 points.
Asmita Dey, Harsh Singh win India's first Commonwealth Games judo golds (Start of August)
Asmita Dey defeated Canada's Heidi Quach to win the women's 48 kg judo gold at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. Harsh Singh defeated Australia's Joshua Katz to win the men's 60 kg judo gold at the Commonwealth…
India wins inaugural World Yogasana Championships (Start of June)
India topped the medal table at the inaugural World Yogasana Championships held in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, winning 114 medals, including 102 gold. Japan secured the second position with three gold, three silver, and five…
India won one gold and three bronze medals at the International Linguistics Olympiad (IOL) 2026 held in Romania. Shrilakshmi Venkatraman won the gold medal, while Aarav Anil Rao, Nishanth Shankar Lakshmanan, and Advay…
International Youth Day 2026 observed on August 12 with theme 'Different Contexts, Common Aspirations'
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- International Youth Day is observed annually on August 12.
- The theme for International Youth Day 2026 is 'Different Contexts, Common Aspirations'.
- The first International Youth Day was observed on August 12, 2000.
- The United Nations General Assembly designated August 12 as International Youth Day in 1999.
- The day aims to raise awareness of issues affecting young people and celebrate their contributions.
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World Youth Skills Day 2026 observed on July 15 with theme 'Skills for a shared future' (Mid of July)
World Youth Skills Day is observed annually on July 15, as declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014. The theme for World Youth Skills Day 2026 is 'Skills for a shared future'.
International Day of Families observed on May 15 with theme "Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing" (Mid of May)
The International Day of Families 2026 will be observed on May 15, 2026. The theme for the 2026 observance is "Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing".
Olympic Day commemorates the founding of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) by Pierre de Coubertin at the Sorbonne in Paris on 23 June 1894. The first Olympic Day was celebrated on 23 June 1948, following a…
International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples 2026 observed on August 9 with theme 'Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being' (Start of August)
The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is observed annually on August 9. The theme for 2026 is 'Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being'.
World Elephant Day 2026 observed on August 12 with theme 'Bringing the world together to help elephants'
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- World Elephant Day is observed annually on August 12.
- The first World Elephant Day was observed on August 12, 2012.
- World Elephant Day was conceived in 2011 by the Elephant Reintroduction Foundation and filmmakers Patricia Sims and Michael Clark.
- The 2026 message of World Elephant Day is 'Bringing the world together to help elephants'.
- The Asian elephant is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
- India accounts for more than 60% of the global wild Asian elephant population.
- Project Elephant was launched by the Indian government in 1992.
- The three recognised living elephant species are the African savanna, African forest, and Asian elephant.
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World Nature Conservation Day is observed annually on 28 July, with the 2026 observance falling on a Tuesday. The day originated from grassroots efforts and global environmental networks, tracing back to the founding of…
International Tiger Day 2026: Date, Theme, History, Significance, Facts and Tiger Conservation in India (End of July)
International Tiger Day is observed annually on July 29 to raise awareness about tiger conservation. The day was established in 2010 at the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit, where the TX2 initiative was launched to double…
World Lung Cancer Day observed on August 1 (Start of August)
World Lung Cancer Day is observed annually on August 1. It was established in 2012 by the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS).
World Environment Day 2026 to be hosted in Baku, Azerbaijan (Start of June)
World Environment Day 2026 will be observed on 5 June 2026 with the official theme Now For Climate. The global celebrations for 2026 will take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, as selected by the United Nations Environment…
New York and New Jersey declare August 15, 2026 as India Independence Day
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- New York Governor Kathy Hochul proclaimed August 15, 2026 as 'India Independence Day' across the state of New York.
- New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill designated August 15, 2026 as 'Indian Independence Day' in New Jersey.
- The proclamations recognize the contributions of the Indian-American community and the enduring bonds between India and the United States.
- India is marking its 80th Independence Day in 2026.
- The 80th Independence Day celebrations will also commemorate 150 years of 'Vande Mataram' and focus on 'Yuva Shakti' (youth power).
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Massachusetts Governor Declares August 15 as India Day (Start of August)
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey issued a proclamation on August 1, 2026, declaring August 15 as India Day. The proclamation recognises the contributions of the Indian diaspora to the state and urges residents to…
India represents at United States International Naval Review 250 and Sail4th 250 on 4 July 2026 (Start of July)
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…
Nicolás Otamendi announced his retirement from international football after a 17-year career. He made 139 appearances for Argentina.
Quit India Movement Day 2026 observed on August 8 (Start of August)
Quit India Movement Day 2026 is observed on August 8, commemorating Mahatma Gandhi's 1942 call for an immediate end to British rule in India. The Quit India Movement, also known as Bharat Chhodo Andolan or August Kranti…
Visakhapatnam Port Authority Approves ₹334.89-Crore Internal Flyover on August 11, 2026
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- The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways approved a ₹334.89-crore internal flyover project at Visakhapatnam Port Authority on August 11, 2026.
- The proposed 3.584-km elevated corridor will connect Convent Junction with the Dock Area.
- The flyover will separate road and rail traffic at nine major railway level crossings in the port.
- The nine level crossings currently see around 18 gate closures a day due to high train exchange volumes.
- The project includes associated civil and electrical works, utility shifting, safety installations, and five years of maintenance.
- The project was approved by Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal.
- The project is aligned with the PM GatiShakti framework and is scheduled to be completed within 30 months.
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Kamarajar Port Limited (KPL) achieves 18-metre operational draft following ₹440 crore dredging project (Start of July)
Kamarajar Port Limited (KPL) has become the second major port in India to achieve an 18-metre operational draft after the completion of the Capital Dredging Phase VI project. The project was completed at a total cost of…
Andhra Pradesh Government Targets ₹9.3 Lakh Crore Investment in Visakhapatnam Economic Region (Start of August)
The Andhra Pradesh government aims to attract up to ₹9.3 lakh crore investment in the Visakhapatnam Economic Region (VER). The state government will invest between ₹3.5 lakh crore and ₹4 lakh crore in the VER project.
World Bank Ranks Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) 22nd Globally in Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) 2025 (Mid of June)
Maharashtra’s Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) climbed one place to rank 22nd globally in the World Bank’s Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) for 2025. The CPPI 2025, published by the World Bank and S&P Global…
Bhogapuram International Airport Inaugurated on August 1, 2026 (Start of August)
The Bhogapuram International Airport is located in Andhra Pradesh. The airport is officially named Visakhapatnam Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport.
World Steelpan Day 2026 observed on August 11
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- World Steelpan Day is observed annually on August 11.
- The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed August 11 as World Steelpan Day in 2023 through Resolution 77/316.
- The steelpan is the national instrument of Trinidad and Tobago.
- The steelpan originated from Trinidad and Tobago's Carnival traditions and evolved during the 20th century.
- The 2026 observance marks the fourth annual World Steelpan Day.
- In 2025, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi referred to 'tabla met the steel pan' during his address to the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago.
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World Biofuel Day 2026 observed on August 10 (Mid of August)
World Biofuel Day is observed annually on August 10. The theme for World Biofuel Day 2026 is 'make a world filled with sustainable energy and innovations'.
World FinTech Day observed annually on August 1 (Start of August)
World FinTech Day is celebrated annually on August 1. The day commemorates the passing of Cosimo de Medici in 1464, regarded as one of the architects of modern banking.
Shah Rukh Khan Topped Kroll's 2025 Celebrity Brand Value Rankings
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- Shah Rukh Khan topped Kroll's 2025 celebrity brand value rankings with an estimated brand value of USD 177.9 million.
- Ranveer Singh retained the second position with USD 162.9 million, while 2024 topper Virat Kohli slipped to third with USD 158.4 million.
- The combined brand value of India's top 25 celebrity brands was estimated at USD 2 billion in 2025, a 3.7 per cent decline from the previous year.
- Sachin Tendulkar moved to fourth place with USD 125.9 million, and Mahendra Singh Dhoni rose to fifth with USD 115.3 million.
- Alia Bhatt was the highest-ranked female celebrity at sixth place with USD 93.9 million, followed by Deepika Padukone at seventh with USD 89.2 million.
- The report highlighted a growing shift towards digital endorsements, which made up around 60-75 per cent of total brand associations for several leading celebrities by 2025.
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Shah Rukh Khan Appointed Brand Ambassador for Visa (Start of June)
Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan has been appointed as the brand ambassador for Visa in India. The partnership was launched through the #InfinitelyMore campaign.
Randstad Employer Brand Research 2026: Google tops India's most attractive employer ranking on August 5, 2026 (Start of August)
Google topped the Randstad Employer Brand Research (REBR) 2026 rankings for India's most attractive employer brands. Tata Group and Amazon secured the second and third positions, respectively, in the REBR 2026 India…
Brand Finance India 100 Report 2026 ranks Adani Group among top 10 most valuable brands (Mid of July)
Brand Finance India 100 Report 2026 has ranked Adani Group at Rank 8 among India's most valuable brands, rising from Rank 13 in the previous year. The Brand Finance report has valued the Adani Group at $8.48 billion, up…
Sourav Ganguly Appointed Brand Ambassador of InsuranceDekho (Start of July)
InsuranceDekho has appointed former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly as its brand ambassador for the 'Khul Kar Khelo' campaign. The campaign is designed to empower the insurtech platform's network of more than…
PM Modi Releases Former President Ram Nath Kovind's Autobiography
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- Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the autobiography of former President Ram Nath Kovind titled 'Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles' on August 12, 2026.
- The release event was held at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi.
- Ram Nath Kovind served as the 14th President of India.
- The autobiography includes detailed accounts of Kovind's experiences with former Prime Minister Morarji Desai.
- Kovind continued to work on important issues like 'One Nation, One Election' after his presidential tenure.
- PM Modi urged the youth to read autobiographies and avoid shortcuts and social media trends.
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Subhash C Kashyap Passes Away at 97 (Start of June)
Subhash C Kashyap, a renowned constitutional expert and former Secretary General of the Lok Sabha, passed away at the age of 97 in New Delhi. He served as the Secretary General of the seventh, eighth, and ninth Lok Sabha…
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan Releases Book 'RSS @100: A Century of Service, Unity & Sacrifice' on July 17, 2026 (End of July)
The book 'RSS @100: A Century of Service, Unity & Sacrifice' was released by Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on July 17, 2026. The book is authored by Shyam Jaju and Anupam Trivedi.
Vice-President Releases Book ‘The Voice of Justice: Justice Gavai Speaks’ on July 15, 2026 (Mid of July)
The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, released the book ‘The Voice of Justice: Justice Gavai Speaks’ on July 15, 2026 at Uprashtrapati Bhavan. The book is edited by Prof. (Dr.) S. Sivakumar and published…
Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, released the book titled When Audit Matters: CAG Interventions That Made a Difference on June 3, 2026. The book was edited by the former Comptroller and Auditor General…
N Chandrasekaran Resigns as Tata Sons Chairman
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- N Chandrasekaran decided to quit as chairman of Tata Sons, the principal shareholder of the Tata Group.
- He will continue in the role till February 2027, the end of his current tenure.
- He will not seek reappointment for another term.
- The decision came after differences with Tata Trusts, which holds a majority stake in Tata Sons.
- He also serves as chairman of Tata Steel, Tata Motors, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and Indian Hotels.
- His tenure as chairman commenced in February 2017 and he received one extension in February 2022.
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Sanjay Kumar Jain Resigned as Chairman and Managing Director of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) (End of June)
Sanjay Kumar Jain resigned as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). The Ministry of Railways approved the resignation with effect from July 20, 2026.
Pradeep Singh Kharola has been appointed as the executive advisor to the chairman of Air India. He will serve as a full member of the management committee of Air India.
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) expands upper-layer NBFC list to 17 for FY27; adds REC, PFC, IRFC, HUDCO (Start of August)
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) published the updated list of upper-layer non-banking financial companies (NBFC-UL) for 2026-27 (FY27), containing 17 entities. The FY27 list includes four new additions: REC, Power…
Two Tribal Representatives Join Kerala Wildlife Board
Key Updates:
- Raman Raja Mannan, the Mannan tribal king, and Vinod, a researcher from the Cholanaikkan community, were inducted as members of the State Wildlife Board.
- This is the first time tribal representatives have been included in the State Wildlife Board.
- The State Wildlife Board is chaired by the Chief Minister of Kerala.
- The induction aims to ensure tribal participation and integrate traditional wisdom into forest management.
- Forest Minister Shibu Baby John announced the induction during the 'Oorunarvu' initiative at Periyar Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Thekkady.
- A ₹50-crore ecotourism proposal, including a ₹20-crore tiger museum in Thekkady, will be submitted to the Union Government.
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Kerala Forest Department launches technology-driven initiatives for wildlife management and forest offence tracking (Start of June)
The Kerala Forest Department launched a 24/7 Forest Call Centre using the toll-free number 1800-425-4733 to provide information and report wild animal sightings. An online monitoring portal was introduced to record…
Union Environment Minister Presides Over 28th Wildlife Institute of India (WII) Society Meeting (Mid of July)
Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, presided over the 28th Meeting of the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) Society in Coimbatore. The meeting was held at the Central Academy…
The Lok Sabha passed the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026, by voice vote. The Bill proposes to change the name of the state of Kerala to Keralam.
Kerala Unveils State Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming (SAPSE) to Achieve Zero Deaths by 2030 (End of July)
The State Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming (SAPSE) aims for zero snakebite deaths and disabilities by 2030, aligned with WHO and national targets. Kerala has declared snakebite as a…
M.P. Parameswaran, renowned nuclear scientist and Marxist theorist, dies at 91
Key Updates:
- M.P. Parameswaran was born on 18 January 1935 and died at his residence in Kottappuram on 11 August 2026 at the age of 91.
- He served as a nuclear scientist at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) from 1957 to 1975.
- He was a founding leader of Kerala Sasthra Sahithya Parishad (KSSP) and the All India People's Science Network.
- He authored the book 'Fourth World: Dream and Reality' and was expelled from the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) in 2004 due to his 'Fourth World' theory.
- He served as editor of the weekly 'Chintha' from 1975 to 1984.
- Under his leadership, KSSP received the Right Livelihood Award in 1996 and the UNESCO Literacy Award in 1990.
- He was honoured with the Keralasree award by the Kerala government in 2022.
- He was a member of the Sen Committee appointed by the Kerala government in 1996 to study decentralisation of power.
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Karthikeyan Lanka Selected for National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI) Young Scientist Award 2026 (Start of August)
Karthikeyan Lanka, Associate Professor at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay's Centre of Studies in Resources Engineering (CSRE) and Centre for Climate Studies, was selected for the National Academy of…
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.
The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released its annual yearbook in June 2026. SIPRI classified 12 of India’s estimated stockpile of 190 nuclear warheads as operationally deployed for the first…
François Englert, a Belgian theoretical physicist who co-discovered the mechanism behind the Higgs boson, passed away on 18 June at the age of 93. He shared the 2013 Nobel Prize for Physics with British physicist Peter…
Sangeet Natak Akademi Announces 2024 and 2025 Awards
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- The President of India will confer the Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowships and Awards for the years 2024 and 2025 to 115 artists on 13 August 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
- The Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship carries a purse money of Rs. 3,00,000, while the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award carries Rs. 1,00,000, along with a Tamrapatra and Angavastram.
- The awards are given in fields including music, dance, theatre, folk and tribal art, puppetry, mask making, and instrument making.
- The Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards have been conferred since 1952.
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Sangeet Natak Akademi (SNA), established in 1953 under the Ministry of Culture, is India's apex national body for the performing arts. Seven personalities were selected as Akademi Fellows (Akademi Ratna): Ramlal Bareth…
Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi (SNA) Samman Ceremony 2026 held on June 05, 2026 (Start of June)
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National Film Awards 2026 Announced (Mid of July)
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Sansad Ratna Awards 2026 announced for 12 Members of Parliament and 4 Parliamentary Committees (End of May)
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