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…
GMR Aero Technic signs Honeywell MRO licence agreement
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- GMR Aero Technic, an airframe Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) organisation, has signed a license agreement with Honeywell Aerospace for the maintenance, repair and overhaul of line replaceable units (LRUs) of LEAP engines.
- The agreement covers seven Honeywell aerospace LRUs installed on LEAP engines powering Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
- The scope includes full disassembly, inspection, repair, reassembly, and functional testing of critical engine control systems.
- The collaboration aims to enhance turnaround times and deliver cost-effective repair solutions to airline customers in India and the region.
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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…
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited signs tech transfer pact with DRDO lab for naval systems on April 28, 2026 (Start of May)
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) entered into a licensing agreement for transfer of technology (LAToT) with the Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), Visakhapatnam. NSTL is a constituent laboratory of…
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…
Bihar Launches 20 MTPD Curd and Lassi Plant in Nalanda
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- The Government of Bihar laid the foundation stone for a 20 metric tonne per day (MTPD) curd and lassi processing plant in Nalanda.
- The plant is part of the Biharsharif Dairy Project under COMFED's Sudha brand.
- COMFED formed over 2,500 new dairy cooperative societies in the first 100 days of the present government.
- Milk procurement by COMFED increased by over 300,000 litres per day compared to the previous year.
- The chief minister distributed deep freezers to 300 retailers to strengthen Sudha's frozen products distribution network.
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The world's largest curd production plant is being set up under the Amul Bengal Dairy Project in West Bengal. The foundation stone of the plant was laid by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on July 19, 2026.
Rajasthan inaugurates first semiconductor cluster in Bhiwadi with ₹1,200 crore investment (Mid of May)
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma inaugurated Rajasthan's first semiconductor cluster in Bhiwadi. The Bhiwadi electronics manufacturing cluster attracted an investment of ₹1,200 crore and is expected to generate…
Karnataka has finalised the first-phase infrastructure blueprint and administrative framework for the mega textile park in Kalaburagi under the Pradhan Mantri Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel (PM MITRA)…
India's first integrated refinery-cum-petrochemical complex with 9 MMTPA capacity was dedicated at Pachpadra in Balotra, Rajasthan. The refinery is a joint venture between Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)…
Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) to Use Producer Price Index (PPI) for GDP Deflation
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- 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 estimates for the April-June quarter of 2026-27.
- The output PPI will replace the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) as the deflator wherever possible.
- The government revised the GDP series earlier this year, updating the base year to 2022-23 from 2011-12.
- In the new GDP series, single deflation has been eliminated and double deflation adopted in sectors like manufacturing and agriculture.
- The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) released the output, input, and services PPIs for the first time in June.
- WPI inflation in June stood at 9.87% while output PPI inflation was 9.57%.
- The statistics ministry will release the back series data based on the new GDP series by the end of the year.
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Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) to launch Producer Price Index (PPI) and revamped Wholesale Price Index (WPI) (Start of June)
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) will introduce a new Producer Price Index (PPI) and a revised Wholesale Price Index (WPI) from 15 June. The DPIIT has updated the WPI base year from…
Commerce and Industry Ministry releases Producer Price Index (PPI) data to replace Wholesale Price Index (WPI) (Mid of June)
The Commerce and Industry Ministry has released the Producer Price Index (PPI) data for both goods and services for the first time, intending to phase out the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) within five years. The revised…
Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) reports Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growth at 5.1% in May (Start of July)
India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) grew to a five-month high of 5.1% year-on-year in May, rising from 4.9% recorded in April. The latest release marks the second monthly IIP data based on the new series with…
S&P Global (S&P) has lowered India’s economic growth projection for the financial year 2026-27 (FY27) to 6.6% from its earlier estimate of 7.1%. The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth for the financial year ended March…
Axis Finance Launches 'Drishti' Digital Platform to Strengthen Retail and MSME Lending
Key Updates:
- Axis Finance Limited (AFL) has launched a configurable digital platform named Axis Finance Drishti to enhance credit-decisioning and risk oversight in retail and MSME lending.
- The platform is an in-house Business Rules Engine (BRE) initially deployed for personal loans, business loans, loan against property, and Disha home loans.
- Drishti combines underwriting workflows, data-driven insights, and statistical scorecards to enable automated, policy-led credit assessments.
- It supports real-time decision-making, dynamic policy implementation, and integration with multiple data sources including alternative data.
- The platform enables both straight-through processing (STP) and assisted credit journeys.
- Sai Giridhar, MD & CEO of Axis Finance, stated that the platform aims to build a more agile and analytics-enabled lending ecosystem.
- Axis Finance is a non-deposit accepting NBFC regulated by the RBI and a subsidiary of Axis Bank.
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FinBox, a credit infrastructure FinTech, has launched Atlas, an AI-powered lending platform to streamline loan processing in India. The platform reduces loan processing timelines from three weeks to 24 hours by…
Department of Land Resources (DoLR) and RBI Innovation Hub (RBIH) Explore Digital Land-Credit Infrastructure for Rural Lending (End of July)
The Department of Land Resources (DoLR) under the Ministry of Rural Development and the RBI Innovation Hub (RBIH) held a high-level meeting to integrate digital land governance with the Unified Lending Interface (ULI)…
YES Bank and Northern Arc Capital establish strategic partnership for credit expansion (Mid of June)
YES Bank has entered into a strategic partnership with Northern Arc Capital to expand credit access, scale digital lending, and offer debt investment opportunities. The collaboration was facilitated by Sumitomo Mitsui…
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched the inaugural Sovereign Retail T-Sukuk Programme, a Shariah-compliant investment instrument for citizens and residents. The programme features…
OmniCard Launches India’s First Flexi Benefits Basket on UPI for Tax-Efficient Employee Benefits
Key Updates:
- OmniCard (Eroute Technologies Pvt. Ltd.) is an RBI-licensed Prepaid Payment Instrument issuer.
- The Flexi Benefits Basket on UPI allows employees to allocate benefits across meal, fuel, telecom, books & periodicals, gadgets, and other eligible categories.
- Under the Income-tax Rules, 2026, the tax-free limit on employer-provided meals has been raised from ₹50 to ₹200 per meal.
- Employees can receive up to ₹1,05,600 annually as a tax-free meal benefit under the new rules.
- The Flexi Benefits Basket enables total annual tax-free benefits beyond ₹2,00,000 per employee across all eligible categories.
- Employees can spend using UPI scan-and-pay at over 60 million UPI-accepting merchants.
- Category-level merchant-category code (MCC) based spend controls ensure tax exemption compliance.
- The solution includes instant issuance of physical and virtual cards with full digital KYC.
- OmniCard provides a centralized dashboard for HR and finance with real-time transaction visibility.
- The Flexi Benefits Basket is available to enterprise, mid-corporate, and SME clients with same-day rollout.
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EnKash Launches India’s First UPI-Enabled Meal Card (End of July)
EnKash has launched India’s first UPI-enabled meal card, enabling employees to make payments by scanning UPI QR codes at food and grocery merchants. Under revised income-tax reforms, employees can receive up to ₹1,05,600…
The Gruha Jyothi Scheme is a Karnataka government initiative providing free electricity up to 200 units per month to households and tenants. Eligibility requires the beneficiary to be a resident of Karnataka or a…
The Supreme Court of India directed the Centre to set up a panel for uniform post-retirement benefits for former high court judges. The panel is to be constituted within two weeks and must submit its report within three…
Chief Minister’s Teachers’ Cashless Medical Scheme launched in Uttar Pradesh with ₹5 Lakh Coverage (Mid of July)
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched the Chief Minister’s Teachers’ Cashless Medical Scheme in Varanasi to provide medical benefits to education staff. The scheme offers cashless medical coverage of up…
Edelweiss Mutual Fund Launches India’s First REIT-Oriented Index Fund
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- Edelweiss Mutual Fund has launched the Edelweiss Nifty REITs & Realty Index Fund, India's first REIT-oriented index fund.
- The fund is an open-ended passive scheme that tracks the Nifty REITs & Realty Total Return Index.
- The New Fund Offer (NFO) will open on August 5, 2026.
- The fund provides exposure to listed REITs and leading real estate companies through a single investment.
- The underlying index is designed to increase its REIT allocation as more REITs are listed, with potential to become a fully REIT-based index.
- The fund does not include Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) due to SEBI's regulatory framework for passive funds.
- The scheme is intended for investors seeking long-term capital appreciation through passive exposure to the REIT and real estate sectors.
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Zerodha Fund House launches two target-date Life Cycle funds with NFO closing on July 7 (End of June)
Zerodha Fund House became the first asset management company in India to introduce target-date maturity funds. The fund house launched two schemes: Zerodha Life Cycle Fund 2036 and Zerodha Life Cycle Fund 2041.
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Approves Carnelian Asset Management to Launch Mutual Fund Business (End of July)
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has granted approval to Carnelian Asset Management & Advisors to launch its mutual fund business. Carnelian Asset Management currently manages over ₹18,300 crore in…
The government-owned Development Bank of Japan (DBJ) has made its first real estate investment in India by committing capital to the HDFC Capital Development of Real Estate Affordable and Mid-Income Fund (H-DREAM Fund).…
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) approves Nuvama Wealth to launch mutual fund business (Mid of June)
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has granted final approval to Nuvama Wealth Management to start mutual fund operations through Nuvama Asset Management Limited. The asset management company will…
Indian Railways Approves ₹163 Crore Traction Upgrade for Parbhani-Mudkhed
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- Indian Railways has approved a ₹163 crore project to upgrade the electric traction system on the Parbhani-Mudkhed double line section in the Nanded Division of South Central Railway.
- The project involves replacing the existing 1x25 kV system with a more advanced 2x25 kV system across 164 track kilometres.
- The upgraded section is part of the Highly Utilised Network (HUN) Route-9 connecting Ajmer, Indore, Khandwa, Akola, Purna, Mudkhed, Secunderabad, Mahbubnagar, and Dhone.
- The upgrade will allow the section to handle higher freight traffic and support the operation of Vande Bharat Express trains.
- The project aligns with Indian Railways' target of achieving 3,000 million tonnes of freight loading by 2029-30.
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Indian Railways (IR) has sanctioned ₹238 crore for safety upgrade works on the Jammu-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra section of Northern Railway (NR). The project includes slope stabilisation measures, tunnel seepage…
Indian Railways Approves ₹381 Crore Projects for Kavach Expansion and Locomotive Maintenance (Mid of July)
Indian Railways approved a ₹206-crore project to install Kavach Version 4.0 on 680 route kilometres (RKm) in the Delhi Division of Northern Railway. The installation covers the Rewari-Delhi and Shakurbasti-Bathinda…
PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan Approves ₹1,264 Crore Ballari-Guntakal Rail Expansion Project (End of July)
The Union Cabinet approved the construction of a third and fourth railway line on the Ballari-Guntakal section under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan. The project has an estimated cost of ₹1,264 crore and will add…
Indian Railways has electrified 99.6% of its broad gauge network, making it the world's second-most electrified rail network after Switzerland. According to the International Union of Railways (UIC) report, India's…
Government proposes three-year PUC validity for BS-VI vehicles
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- The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) proposed extending the Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) validity for BS-VI private vehicles up to three years for the first six years.
- BS-VI vehicles aged between 6 and 10 years will require annual PUCC renewal, while those above 10 years will need renewal every six months.
- For BS-IV vehicles, the PUCC renewal period remains unchanged at every six months.
- BS-I, BS-II, and BS-III vehicles will require PUCC renewal every three months under the proposed rules.
- For new transport/commercial vehicles, PUCC validity is proposed at every two years up to six years, then annually for 6-10 years, and every six months beyond 10 years.
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The scheme will be implemented in coordination with the governments of Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh to replace older trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR with BS-VI-compliant or electric vehicles, with a…
The All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC), representing 68 unions, announced a three-day strike in Delhi-NCR from May 21 to May 23. The strike is a protest against the increase in Environment Compensation Cess (ECC)…
Odisha Government Mandates Electric Vehicles (EVs) and 10% Fuel Reduction for Official Work (End of May)
Chief Minister (CM) Mohan Charan Majhi issued an eight-point directive mandating a 10 per cent reduction in fuel consumption across all Odisha government departments. The state government made it mandatory from 1 June to…
Ajay Rajan Appointed Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Protean eGov Technologies (Start of June)
Ajay Rajan has been appointed as the Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Protean eGov Technologies for a three-year term effective June 1, 2026. The company board approved his appointment as an…
Telangana Launches Family Register Initiative
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- The Telangana government launched the Family Register initiative to issue Family Register Certificates through the MeeSeva platform.
- The Family Register will contain details such as Family Register Identification Number, head of family, members, relationship, age, date of birth, gender, Aadhaar number, and address.
- The initiative aims to facilitate delivery of citizen services, ensure uniformity in verification of family particulars, and provide a readily accessible record.
- The Family Register Certificate is one of the 12 acceptable documents under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
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India Launches Campus Biodiversity Register Initiative (End of July)
The Nature Conservation Foundation (NCF) and the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) launched a nationwide initiative to create Campus Biodiversity Registers (CBR) for higher education institutions. The CBR is inspired…
PM Family Care Tracker (PM-FCT) and Health Passport: Integrated Digital Welfare Delivery (End of June)
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah launched the pilot project of the Prime Minister Family Care Tracker (PM-FCT) and Health Passport in the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha constituency of Gujarat. The PM-FCT is an…
The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) launched JANANI (Journey of Antenatal, Natal and Neonatal Integrated Care) to unify pregnancy tracking and newborn care under a digital system. Developed as an…
Gujarat Launches Cyber Financial Fraud e-Zero FIR Service for Victims to Register Complaints from Home (End of July)
The Gujarat government launched the 'Cyber Financial Fraud e-Zero FIR' service on July 27, 2026, in Gandhinagar. The service allows victims of cyber financial fraud to register complaints from home via the national…
Government Plans 44 Airports Under Hub-and-Spoke Model
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- The central government plans to develop 44 airports under the Hub and Spoke model, comprising 4 hub airports and 40 spoke airports.
- The model aims to provide seamless international connectivity by linking Tier-II and Tier-III airports with international destinations via hub airports.
- Under the model, inbound international passengers will complete immigration and collect baggage at their final destination instead of the first port of entry, starting with Amritsar.
- Air India will launch inbound 'Easy Connect' flights from Amritsar within two months; outbound services have already started from Varanasi (June 25) and Amritsar (July 28).
- The Civil Aviation Ministry is implementing the model to position India as a global aviation hub.
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The Union Minister of Civil Aviation (MoCA), K Ram Mohan Naidu, inaugurated the first hub-and-spoke flight connecting Varanasi to international destinations via New Delhi. The initiative is part of the 'Easy Connect'…
The Union government has included Srikakulam district (Andhra Pradesh) in the Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagarik (UDAN) scheme. Under UDAN, 100 new airports are to be developed between 2026 and 2036.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Modified Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik (UDAN) Scheme with a total outlay of ₹28,840 crore over 10 years. The scheme is approved for implementation from FY 2026-27 to FY 2035-36 to…
Varanasi has become the first city to be integrated into the Easy Connect flights model. The model enables international travellers to complete immigration and baggage formalities in Varanasi before reaching Delhi for…
Rs 6,143 crore Kosi-Mechi link project approved
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- The Ministry of Jal Shakti informed Parliament that the Kosi-Mechi Intra-State Link Project has been included under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayi Yojana-Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (PMKSY-AIBP).
- The balance project cost is Rs 6,143.22 crore, including central assistance of Rs 3,652.56 crore.
- The project is scheduled for completion by March 2029.
- The remodelling of the Eastern Kosi Main Canal has been awarded at a contract value of Rs 2,639.80 crore, with physical progress reaching 8.5 per cent.
- The government is engaged in dialogue with Nepal regarding the construction of dams on the Kosi River for mutual benefit and flood control.
- Central assistance of Rs 206.77 crore has been released to Bihar under the Flood Management and Border Areas Programme over the last three years.
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The Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Kavinder Gupta, described the proposed Chenab-Beas Link Tunnel Project as a significant initiative in the national interest. The project involves a total estimated budget outlay of…
Union Cabinet approves Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2A corridor (Mid of June)
The Union Cabinet approved Phase 2A of the Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project at a total cost of ₹2,169.04 crore, including interest during construction (IDC). The approved corridor spans 6.032 kilometres and includes five…
PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan Approves ₹1,264 Crore Ballari-Guntakal Rail Expansion Project (End of July)
The Union Cabinet approved the construction of a third and fourth railway line on the Ballari-Guntakal section under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan. The project has an estimated cost of ₹1,264 crore and will add…
Jammu and Kashmir Government approves Used Water Management and Infrastructure Projects (Mid of May)
The Jammu and Kashmir government approved Used Water Management Projects for Baramulla (₹37.96 crore) and Rajouri (₹34.43 crore). The Cabinet approved the augmentation of the Grid Sub Station at Zainakote from 450 MVA to…
Gujarat Shipbuilding and Repair Policy 2026 aims for over Rs 27,000 crore investment
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- The Gujarat Government launched the Gujarat Shipbuilding and Repair Policy 2026 on July 28, 2026.
- The policy aims to attract investments worth over Rs 27,000 crore.
- It envisions setting up two Integrated Mega Shipbuilding Parks to boost shipbuilding capacity.
- The policy targets increasing the state's shipbuilding capacity to more than 50 lakh Deadweight Tonnage (DWT).
- It aims to provide skill development and capacity-building training to over five lakh people.
- The policy aligns with the Centre's Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme 2025 and Maritime Vision 2047.
- Fiscal incentives include capital assistance, stamp duty reimbursement, interest subvention, and electricity tariff support.
- A single-window clearance mechanism and dedicated grievance redressal system are provided for time-bound approvals.
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The Gujarat government is set to unveil the 'Gujarat Data Centre Policy 2026-29' to establish the state as a premier destination for data centre infrastructure, digital innovation, and cloud ecosystem development. The…
The Gujarat government proposed Project Transition for Harmonized Relocation and Inclusive Vibrant Economy (THRIVE) to encourage industries within municipal corporation limits to relocate outside urban areas. Under the…
Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047: India Signs MoU for First Mega Greenfield Shipyard in Tamil Nadu (Mid of May)
A tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on April 20 between HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE), National Shipbuilding & Heavy Industries Park, Tamil Nadu Limited (NSHIP-TN), and…
The Department of Energy and Petroleum of the Gujarat government notified new guidelines for land compensation in Right of Way (RoW) corridors and towers for transmission lines. A Market Rate Committee (MRC) will be…
Maharashtra Becomes First State To Qualify For Second RKVY Installment
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- The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare initiated the release of the second installment of ₹335 crore under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) for Maharashtra.
- Maharashtra became the first state in India to qualify for the second RKVY installment by utilizing over 75% (approximately ₹260 crore) of the first installment within the prescribed timeline.
- The first installment of ₹335 crore had already been released to Maharashtra under the RKVY scheme.
- The review meeting also discussed the progress of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) and the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) programme.
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Maharashtra Doubles Pink E-Rickshaw Subsidy for Women (Mid of July)
The Maharashtra government increased the state subsidy under the Pink E-Rickshaw scheme from 20% to 40% for women beneficiaries. Existing beneficiaries will also receive the increased subsidy to reduce their remaining…
Maharashtra Legislature Moves Towards Implementation of NeVA Under Digital India Programme (Mid of July)
The Maharashtra Legislature has decided to implement the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) under the Digital India Programme. The project, budgeted at ₹48 crore, aims to enable paperless legislative operations across…
Compliance Reduction and Deregulation Initiative: Tripura completes all Phase I and II Priority Areas (Mid of May)
Tripura is the first state in India to complete all 51 Priority Areas under Phase-I and Phase-II of the Compliance Reduction and Deregulation initiative led by the Cabinet Secretariat of the Government of India. Launched…
Maharashtra Leads India in Central Government Infrastructure Projects with 215 Initiatives (End of May)
Maharashtra has secured the top position in India with 215 central government projects involving an estimated investment of ₹5.5 trillion. Uttar Pradesh ranks second in the country with 180 central government projects…
MoPR Launches Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme, SAMARTH Portal & Model OSR Rules to Strengthen PRIs
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- The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) launched the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme, the SAMARTH Panchayat Portal, and Model Own Source Revenue (OSR) Rules on July 27, 2026.
- The Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme aims to enable Gram Panchayats and Block Panchayats to convert local assets into revenue-generating projects through PPP, CSR, and bank finance, with NABARD and HUDCO as institutional partners.
- The programme proposes 350 projects over four years, with eligibility criteria of minimum own source revenue of Rs 50 lakh for Gram Panchayats and Rs 1 crore for Block Panchayats, and at least three years of remaining tenure.
- The SAMARTH Panchayat Portal is a national digital platform for end-to-end management of Panchayat own source revenue, including digital taxpayer registration, demand generation, online payments, and real-time monitoring.
- Chhattisgarh and Himachal Pradesh have been onboarded on the SAMARTH Portal, with over 51 lakh taxpayers registered, demand notices worth Rs 95 crore generated, and over Rs 27 crore collected.
- The Model OSR Rules provide an advisory framework for states to assess, collect, and manage Panchayat revenues including property tax, user charges, and fees.
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The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) is expanding the Samarth Panchayat portal to Assam, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra to digitise revenue collection and asset management. The portal enables village panchayats to…
NITI Aayog has launched the Central Prabhari Officer (CPO) portal to strengthen real-time governance and improve coordination among stakeholders. The portal is designed to accelerate last-mile delivery under the…
Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojna (PM-AJAY): Launch of Digital Portal and Mobile App (End of May)
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) will launch the PM-AJAY portal and the AJAY mobile application to digitise the implementation and monitoring of the Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojna…
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…
Union Minister Piyush Goyal Announces Task Force to Support Toy Sector, Targets 5% Global Market Share by 2032
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- Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal announced the setting up of a task force to support the toy sector.
- The task force targets achieving a 5% share in the global toy market by 2032.
- The task force will focus on six core objectives: integration with global value chains, strengthening manufacturing capabilities, resolving value chain bottlenecks, creating a skilled workforce, enabling design and innovation, and enhancing ease of doing business.
- The Toy Sector Playbook was launched as a comprehensive roadmap for manufacturers, startups, MSMEs, investors, and entrepreneurs.
- The toy sector comprises over 21,000 MSMEs, over 770 DPIIT-recognized toy startups, nearly 50 toy clusters, and more than 1,800 BIS licensees.
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Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal will undertake a three-day official visit to London, United Kingdom, from 25 to 27 June 2026. The visit precedes the entry into force of the India-UK Comprehensive…
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal stated that India aims to become a developed country by 2047 with an economy of approximately USD 30 trillion. India has entered into 9 free trade agreements (FTAs) in…
Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) releases LEADS 2025 report and LEAPS 2025 awards (Mid of May)
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) organised the Logistics Excellence, Advancement and Performance Shield (LEAPS) 2025 Awards and released the LEADS 2025 report in New Delhi. India's Free…
Nandan Nilekani to Lead Exam Reforms Task Force (End of July)
Nandan Nilekani, co-founder of Infosys, will head the high-powered task force on examination reforms. The task force includes former Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman S Somnath, former Intelligence…
MoT Signs MoU with Air India to Promote India as Global Tourism Destination
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- The Ministry of Tourism (MoT) and Air India signed an MoU on July 27, 2026, to jointly promote India as a premier global tourism destination.
- The MoU establishes a framework for coordinated initiatives across tourism marketing, destination storytelling, trade engagement, transit tourism, and visitor experience enhancement.
- The collaboration aims to boost inbound tourism and strengthen India's global visibility by leveraging Air India's expanding global network and the MoT's Incredible India initiative.
- Under the agreement, the partners will co-brand global marketing campaigns and explore extending Incredible India branding across Air India's touchpoints.
- The partnership includes participation in tourism exhibitions, roadshows, familiarisation trips, and work with State Tourism boards to highlight destinations.
- The ministry will facilitate special offers for Air India customers, including access to cultural attractions, heritage sites, and museums.
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Air India and Saudia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen their strategic partnership and strengthen air connectivity between India and Saudi Arabia. The MoU builds on the existing codeshare arrangement…
The Ministry of Tourism signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Google India to strengthen the digital promotion of India's tourism destinations. The collaboration focuses on the use of digital technologies…
The Karnataka government has recommended Hampi, Mysuru and Lakkundi to the Ministry of Tourism (MoT) for the Global Destination Development Scheme. Destinations selected under the scheme are expected to receive a total…
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…
Raksha Mantri Announces Indian Coast Guard Policy Reforms
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- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced two policy reforms for the Indian Coast Guard on July 28, 2026.
- The first reform introduces a gender-neutral framework for officer induction and career progression, allowing women to join through Short Service Appointment (SSA) and Permanent Appointment (PA) streams.
- The reform also opens the SSA entry route for male candidates and allows existing women officers to convert from SSA to PA or seek promotion to higher ranks.
- The second reform simplifies ex-gratia compensation for families of Coast Guard personnel missing at sea by empowering the competent authority to declare them 'presumed dead' for processing benefits.
- The revised procedure aims to reduce administrative delays and provide timely financial relief to bereaved families.
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Indian Coast Guard inducts first indigenously constructed hovercraft H-561 on 18 June 2026 (Mid of June)
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Bisleri International and Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Sign Agreement for Coastal Plastic Waste Management (Start of July)
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Indian Coast Guard conducts girder laying ceremony for indigenous Air Cushion Vehicles in Goa (Mid of May)
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India, China to Resume Nathu La Border Trade from August 1
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- Border trade through the Nathu La Pass between India and China will resume on 1 August 2026, ending a suspension of over six years.
- Trade was suspended in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The decision to reopen followed the 24th round of the India-China Special Representatives' dialogue held in August 2025.
- The dialogue was co-chaired by National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
- The agreement covers restoration of border trade through three Himalayan passes: Nathu La (Sikkim), Shipki La (Himachal Pradesh), and Lipulekh (Uttarakhand).
- Cross-border commerce through Nathu La was initially revived in 2006 after remaining closed since the 1962 India-China war.
- The resumption is expected to benefit nearly 600 registered Indian traders and boost Sikkim's border economy.
- The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through Nathu La had already resumed earlier in 2026 after a five-year hiatus.
- Work is progressing on a new highway connecting Rongli and Menla to improve access to Nathu La and the Indo-Tibet border.
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India and China held the 35th meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination on India-China Border Affairs (WMCC) in Beijing on May 27. The Indian delegation was led by Sujit Ghosh, Joint Secretary…
Land Port Management System (VINIMAY) launched to digitise cargo and passenger processing at land borders (Mid of June)
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Land Port Management System (VINIMAY) in New Delhi on 9th June 2026. VINIMAY is a digital platform under the Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI), a statutory body under the…
India will resume the issuance of tourist visas to Bangladeshi nationals starting from 28 June 2026. Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, announced the decision during a visit to the Indian Visa…
India and United States hold negotiations for interim Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) in June (End of June)
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and United States (US) Trade Representative Jamieson Greer concluded two days of negotiations in New Delhi from June 22-24. The discussions aimed to finalise the first phase of…
International Tiger Day 2026: Date, Theme, History, Significance, Facts and Tiger Conservation in India
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- 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 wild tiger numbers by 2022.
- The theme for International Tiger Day 2026 is 'Securing the Future of Tigers with Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities at the Heart'.
- India is home to the world's largest population of wild tigers, and the Royal Bengal Tiger is its national animal.
- Project Tiger was launched in India in 1973 to protect tiger populations and their habitats.
- Tigers are classified as endangered due to threats such as habitat loss, poaching, and declining prey.
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Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change inaugurates National Workshop on Tiger Re-introduction in Rajasthan (Start of July)
The Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) inaugurated the National Workshop on “Tiger Re-introduction: Opportunities & Challenges” in Alwar, Rajasthan, organised by the National Tiger Conservation…
World Crocodile Day is celebrated every June 17 to raise awareness about the conservation and protection of all crocodilians, including crocodiles, alligators, caimans, and gharials. The day was established in 2017 by…
International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking observed globally on June 26 (End of June)
The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (World Drug Day) is observed globally on June 26 every year. The day was established by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) through Resolution…
Asteroid Day Observed Annually on June 30 to Raise Awareness of Asteroid Impact Risks (Start of July)
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World Nature Conservation Day 2026: History, Importance, Significance and Key Facts
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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 the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in 1948 and the IUCN Red List in 1964.
- The IUCN Red List reports that more than 44,000 species of animals and plants are currently threatened with extinction.
- No single official global theme has been set by the United Nations for World Nature Conservation Day 2026; instead, organisations focus on five core priorities: biodiversity preservation, ecosystem restoration, climate action, pollution elimination, and the 30×30 target of protecting 30% of land and ocean by 2030.
- Conservation is defined as the sustainable use and responsible management of natural resources, while preservation involves non-interference to keep ecosystems pristine and untouched.
- Banyan Nation has developed a circular plastic model using proprietary washing and decontamination technology that produces high-quality recycled polyethylene (rPE) and polypropylene (rPP) resins, reducing reliance on virgin fossil-based materials.
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Parveen Shaikh and Barkha Subba Won 2026 Whitley Awards (End of June)
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The theme for International Biodiversity Day is Acting Locally for Global Impact. The Alliance of Bioversity and CIAT (Alliance) houses Future Seeds, a conservation and research hub containing 67,000 samples of beans…
World Bee Day observed on May 20 with theme protecting pollinators and promoting sustainable environmental practices (End of May)
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AstraZeneca India to Establish Integrated Genomic Solutions Centre in Amaravati
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- The Andhra Pradesh government signed an MoU with AstraZeneca India to establish an Integrated Genomic Solutions Centre in Amaravati.
- The centre will be India's first integrated precision oncology research and treatment ecosystem.
- It will use next-generation sequencing (NGS), artificial intelligence (AI), and genomic technologies for early cancer detection and personalized treatment.
- The initiative initially focuses on lung and breast cancers.
- AI-enabled X-ray systems will be installed in government hospitals to strengthen early detection of lung cancer.
- The project will be implemented under the Amaravati Quantum Valley programme.
- Reliance-backed Strand Life Sciences and Qure.ai are also involved in the collaboration.
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Punjab National Bank (PNB) and Andhra Pradesh sign MoU to establish India's first bank-led quantum finance hub at Amaravati (End of July)
Punjab National Bank (PNB) and the Government of Andhra Pradesh signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish the PNB Quantum Finance Hub at Amaravati Quantum Valley (AQV). The hub is the first bank-led…
Amaravati Quantum Valley (AQV) achieves 4 Kelvin milestone for indigenous quantum hardware (End of June)
The Amaravati Quantum Valley (AQV) successfully reached a temperature of 4 Kelvin (-269°C) using a dilution refrigerator at the Quantum Reference Facility in Medha Towers, Andhra Pradesh. The project was initiated…
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…
Union Minister J P Nadda Lays Foundation Stone for India’s First High-Altitude Medicine Centre in Himachal Pradesh (Mid of July)
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is establishing the ICMR Centre for High Altitude Medicine and Public Health Research at Keylong in the Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh. Union Health Minister J…
China Completes Testing of World’s Largest Fusion Magnet
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- China completed testing of the world's largest superconducting fusion magnet, a key component for nuclear fusion energy.
- The magnet was developed by the Institute of Plasma Physics under the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
- It measures 21 metres long, 12 metres wide, and weighs 582 tonnes.
- The magnet has 1.3 times the volume and three times the stored energy of magnets built for the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER).
- It is designed to create a magnetic field to confine plasma at temperatures exceeding 100 million degrees Celsius.
- The technology was developed entirely using domestic materials, ending China's reliance on foreign supplies for critical fusion components.
- China aims to produce electricity from fusion power by around 2030.
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China suspends rare earth exports to Japan in June (End of July)
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South Korea's Korea Superconducting Tokamak Advanced Research (KSTAR) Sets Nuclear Fusion Record (Start of June)
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China's LineShine supercomputer ranked first on the 67th TOP500 list, becoming the first system globally to exceed 2 exaflops in sustained performance. Deployed at the National Supercomputing Centre in Shenzhen…
CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) Completes Design of Saras MkII Aircraft (Start of July)
The CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) has completed the design phase of the 19-seater Saras MkII light transport aircraft. CSIR-NAL is based in Bengaluru and serves as India's premier research and…
New Fungus Species Named After Kolhapur
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- A new polypore fungus species, Microporellus kolhapurensis, was discovered in Bhudargad taluka, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra.
- The species was found on rotting wood in the Bediv area on the Ajra border by Dr Anjali Patil and research scholar Yogesh Patil of Rajaram College.
- The saprotrophic fungus decomposes dead organic matter, playing a key role in nutrient recycling in forests.
- Microporellus kolhapurensis fruits from July to September, grows singly, and features an umbrella-shaped structure, lateral stalk, large pores, teardrop-shaped spores, and thick-walled cystidia.
- Only one other Microporellus species, Microporellus obovatus, was previously recorded from Maharashtra, making this a significant addition to fungal research.
- The discovery was published in Nelumbo, the research journal of the Botanical Survey of India, highlighting the biodiversity of the Western Ghats.
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Researchers from the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) discovered two new species of microscopic snails in the limestone caves of Meghalaya. The discovery, published in the European Journal…
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…
Five New Allographa Species Found in Western Ghats (End of July)
Researchers from the MACS Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) discovered five new Allographa lichen species in the Western Ghats. The new species are Allographa keralensis, A. nayakae, A. paraconsanguinea, A.…
ANNAM.AI Smart Weather Stations Deployed in Kerala
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- Kerala has deployed ANNAM.AI smart weather stations in collaboration with IIT Ropar.
- The AI-powered stations provide real-time climate data at a 3 km resolution, tracking solar radiation, soil moisture, wind patterns, humidity, and rainfall.
- 92% of farms in Kerala are less than 1 hectare, and the system helps small farmers optimize resources through localized advisories for sowing, fertilizing, irrigation, and harvesting.
- The deployment is part of a 100-day action plan focused on village-level disaster preparedness and climate monitoring.
- The collected data can inform national-level agricultural intelligence strategies, including crop-specific advisory models and disaster response algorithms.
- Future evaluation will assess system reliability in extreme monsoon conditions and its impact on reducing crop loss and improving net income for farmers.
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Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) INSAT-3DR Remains Crucial for Weather Forecasting (End of July)
INSAT-3DR is an advanced meteorological satellite launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on 8 September 2016 aboard GSLV-F05. The satellite operates in a Geostationary Orbit (GSO) and provides…
India Meteorological Department (IMD) Lucknow upgraded to Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) for UP and Uttarakhand (Start of June)
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Meteorological Centre in Lucknow was upgraded to a Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) to cater to the meteorological needs of Uttar Pradesh (UP) and Uttarakhand. India's…
Union Minister Jitendra Singh launched two AI-enabled weather forecast products under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES): a monsoon advance forecasting system and a high spatial resolution rainfall forecast for Uttar…
The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, established an Urban Testbed and Aerosol Observatory in Chennai under the Mission Mausam initiative of the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES). Inaugurated on May…
Made-in-Bharat chips for space rockets announced after Skyroot's successful orbital launch
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- Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that domestically produced semiconductors will soon be integrated into India's space launch vehicles.
- Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 Test Flight-1 successfully reached orbit, becoming India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket.
- The Vikram-1 injected its payloads into a nearly 450-km orbit, making India the third country with private orbital launch capability.
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India’s Private Space Investment Crosses $618 Million (End of July)
India's private space sector investment crossed $618.5 million as of March 31, 2026, growing nearly six-fold from $100.5 million in 2021-22. Private investment worth $187 million was reported in 2026 alone.
The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) has issued an Expression of Interest (EoI) for transferring Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) technology to private sector firms. Only companies…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat. The facility marks the commissioning of India's third semiconductor manufacturing plant.
NIBE Limited tests Suryastra rockets with 300 km range off Odisha on May 18 and 19, 2026 (End of May)
NIBE Limited (NIBE) successfully conducted firing demonstrations of EXTRA (150 km range) and Predator Hawk (300 km range) "Suryastra" rockets. The trials were carried out on May 18 and 19, 2026, at the Integrated Test…
Fire Clouds and Europe’s Wildfires
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- Wildfires in France's Gironde region and central Spain have forced over 300,000 people to evacuate their homes.
- The Gironde fire consumed more than 420 square kilometres of forest and came within 15 kilometres of Bordeaux.
- The fire generated a pyrocumulonimbus (fire cloud), a storm cloud created by the fire's intense heat, which produced lightning and erratic winds.
- Pyrocumulonimbus clouds can reach altitudes of 10 to 15 kilometres and punch into the stratosphere.
- The phenomenon was previously documented mainly in Australia and North America; France recorded its first pyroCb during these fires.
- A fresh heatwave was forecast to arrive in France and Spain, with temperatures up to 42 degrees Celsius, threatening to worsen fire conditions.
- Scientists attribute the extreme fires to successive heatwaves, human activity, and the climate crisis, with Europe warming at twice the global average.
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International Firefighters Day observed globally on May 4 (Start of May)
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United Nations (UN) Global Forest Goals Report 2026 identifies fuelwood demand as major driver of forest loss (Mid of May)
The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) and the United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF) Secretariat released the Global Forest Goals Report 2026. The report was launched during the 21st…
Canada and the European Union (EU) welcomed the Call to Action on methane issued by the United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) in June 2026. The Global Methane Pledge (GMP) target aims to reduce global methane emissions…
MoES Celebrates 20th Foundation Day in New Delhi; Launches New Weather and Ocean Science Initiatives
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- The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) celebrated its 20th Foundation Day at Prithvi Bhawan, New Delhi.
- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) established 13 specialized Centers of Excellence across India.
- IMD upgraded the Cyclone Warning Centre in Thiruvananthapuram to an Area Cyclone Warning Centre covering Kerala, Karnataka, and Lakshadweep.
- IMD launched IMD NOVA, a web platform for tracking, validating, and archiving thunderstorm nowcasts.
- The National Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF) launched the WINGS mobile application providing numerical weather prediction and AI/ML predictions.
- NCMRWF developed the National Doppler Weather Radar Reflectivity Mosaic for severe weather monitoring.
- The National Centre for Seismology (NCS) published a Compendium of Monthly Seismological Bulletins for 2023 and 2024 and the Strong Motion Atlas of India (2010–2020).
- The Centre for Marine Living Resources and Ecology (CMLRE) released taxonomic manuals covering 100 tintinnid ciliate species and 225 seamount-associated animals.
- The National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR) launched the Sagar Prahari App, an AI-enabled application for geo-tagging beach cleanups and identifying marine litter.
- NCCR also launched SAHAV 2.0, an advanced GIS-based decision-support platform for Marine Spatial Planning.
- The National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) dedicated new infrastructure including a marine pipeline trestle, boat landing, and seawater intake facility for the Ballast Water Treatment Test Facility in Pamanji, Andhra Pradesh.
- NIOT deployed 8 circular HDPE floating fish cages for open-sea cage culture of Asian seabass at Chidiyatappu, Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
- NIOT initiated industry outreach for exploring 75,000 sq. km in the Central Indian Ocean Basin containing polymetallic nodules.
- NIOT announced the Ocean Olympiad India 2026, a national-level competition to promote ocean literacy among undergraduate students.
- MoES signed a joint MoU with ICAR-NIVEDI to establish the Weather Driven Animal Disease Risk Forecasting Unit for district-level livestock disease predictions up to two months in advance.
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Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) Pune Launches India’s First Dedicated Climate-Tech Incubation Hub (Mid of May)
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Sharmila Dhankar Wins CWG 2026 Shot Put Gold
Key Updates:
- Sharmila Dhankar won the gold medal in the women's shot put F57 event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games with a season-best throw of 9.81m.
- She became India's first para athletics gold medallist in Commonwealth Games history.
- Shilpa K. Shyla was awarded the bronze medal in the same event after a successful Indian protest overturned the initial result.
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Hokato Hotozhe Sema becomes World No. 1 in Men's Shot Put F57 (Start of July)
Hokato Hotozhe Sema from Nagaland has secured the World No. 1 ranking in the men's Shot Put F57 category according to the World Para Athletics Rankings. Sema serves as a Subedar in the 9 Assam Rifles.
Mirabai Chanu, Rishikanta Singh Win CWG 2026 Medals (End of July)
Mirabai Chanu won the gold medal in the women's 48kg weightlifting event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, Glasgow (Scotland). She set a new Commonwealth Games record with a combined lift of 190kg (85kg snatch, 105kg clean…
Former Indian shot putter Balwinder Singh Dhaliwal passed away at the age of 67 in Chandigarh after battling lung cancer. He was a 10-time national champion in shot put between 1981 and 1992 and set an Asian record of…
Raja Muthupandi Wins Silver at Commonwealth Games 2026 (End of July)
Raja Muthupandi won the silver medal in the men's 65kg weightlifting event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. He lifted a total of 286 kg (snatch and clean and jerk) to secure second place.
Gyaneshwari Yadav Wins Silver in Commonwealth Games 2026
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- Gyaneshwari Yadav won the silver medal in the women's 53kg weightlifting event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
- She achieved a total lift of 199 kg (88 kg in snatch and 111 kg in clean and jerk).
- Nigeria's Onome Omolola Didih won the gold medal with a total lift of 206 kg, while Canada's Rebeka Groulx took bronze with 178 kg.
- This was India's third silver medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
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Raja Muthupandi Wins Silver at Commonwealth Games 2026 (End of July)
Raja Muthupandi won the silver medal in the men's 65kg weightlifting event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. He lifted a total of 286 kg (snatch and clean and jerk) to secure second place.
The Commonwealth Games 2026 will be held in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to August 2. The National Jute Board (NJB) under the Ministry of Textiles developed jute-viscose blended apparel for the Indian contingent.
Mirabai Chanu, Rishikanta Singh Win CWG 2026 Medals (End of July)
Mirabai Chanu won the gold medal in the women's 48kg weightlifting event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, Glasgow (Scotland). She set a new Commonwealth Games record with a combined lift of 190kg (85kg snatch, 105kg clean…
Indian Grandmaster Rohith Krishna won the Menuires International Chess Championship in France, edging compatriot Raja Rithvik on tie-break. Both Rohith Krishna and Raja Rithvik finished unbeaten with seven points from…
Sarvesh Kushare Wins India’s First CWG High Jump Silver
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- Sarvesh Kushare won the silver medal in the men's high jump at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
- He cleared 2.25m, but Jamaica's Romaine Beckford won gold by clearing the same height on his first attempt.
- England's Kimani Jack won bronze with a best of 2.20m.
- Kushare's silver was India's first athletics medal of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
- The event was held at Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow.
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The 29th National Senior Athletics Federation Competition was held in Ranchi. Dev Kumar Meena and Kuldeep Kumar set a new national record of 5.45m in the men's pole vault, surpassing the previous record of 5.41m.
India won 19 medals, comprising 10 gold, 5 silver, and 4 bronze, at the 22nd Asian U20 Athletics Championships held in Hong Kong. Pooja Singh set a senior national record and a meet record in the women's high jump with a…
Rumesh Pathirage wins Doha Diamond League 2026 (End of June)
Sri Lankan Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage won the javelin throw event at the Doha Diamond League 2026 with a best throw of 88.68m. Grenada's Anderson Peters finished second with a throw of 86.38m, and American Curtis Thompson…
Esha Singh Wins Gold in 25m Pistol (End of July)
Esha Singh won the gold medal in the women's 25m pistol event at the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou (China) with 40 hits. Manu Bhaker secured the bronze medal with 28 hits after winning a shoot-off.
World Hepatitis Day 2026 observed globally on July 28 with theme 'Hepatitis: Let's Break It Down'
Key Updates:
- World Hepatitis Day is observed globally on July 28 every year.
- The World Health Organisation (WHO) named the 2026 campaign as 'Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down'.
- Viral hepatitis causes an estimated 1.34 million deaths annually, according to the World Hepatitis Alliance.
- Nearly two million new cases of viral hepatitis are added every year.
- An estimated 287 million people globally are living with chronic hepatitis B or C.
- India has an estimated 29 million people with chronic hepatitis B and 5.5 million with chronic hepatitis C.
- India's National Viral Hepatitis Control Programme (NVHCP) was launched in 2018.
- Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by five viruses: A, B, C, D, and E.
- Hepatitis A and E spread through contaminated food or water, while Hepatitis B and C spread through blood and body fluids.
- Hepatitis D only occurs in people who already have hepatitis B.
- Chronic hepatitis B and C account for over 90 per cent of deaths and disability linked to viral hepatitis.
- Hepatitis C is curable with an eight to twelve week course of oral antiviral medication.
- The WHO's 2030 elimination targets include a 90 per cent reduction in new hepatitis B infections and a 65 per cent reduction in mortality.
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World IVF Day, also known as World Embryologist Day, is observed every year on July 25 to mark the medical breakthrough in fertility treatment. The first IVF baby was born thanks to the pioneering work of Dr Robert…
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…
World Chess Day 2026 – July 20 (End of July)
International Chess Day (World Chess Day) is observed annually on July 20. The day marks the founding of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) in 1924.
Sarnath gets UNESCO World Heritage tag on July 26, 2026 (End of July)
Sarnath was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on July 26, 2026. With this inscription, India now has 45 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
India Allows Anhydrous Ammonia Use in Agriculture
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- 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 nitrogen content of 82%, making it one of the most concentrated nitrogen fertilisers, compared to urea's 46%.
- The fertiliser requires specialised infrastructure including pressurised storage tanks, injection equipment, and trained operators due to its hazardous nature.
- The notification is a regulatory approval that establishes official quality standards but does not introduce any subsidy or procurement programme.
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India’s first green methanol production plant is being established at the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Kandla, Gujarat, to produce fuel for ocean-going ships. The plant will use the invasive shrub Prosopis…
The Uttar Pradesh government is preparing a comprehensive action plan to integrate agriculture with animal husbandry and expand the production of cow dung-based products. Animal Husbandry Minister Dharampal Singh…
ACME Green Molecules and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical (MGC) Sign $1 Billion Green Methanol Deal (Start of July)
ACME Green Molecules has signed a long-term agreement with Japan's Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company (MGC) to supply 100,000 tonnes of green methanol annually. The deal is estimated to be worth approximately $1 billion and…
Chinese Researchers Develop AI-Powered Technology to Convert Wastewater into Fertiliser (Mid of May)
Chinese researchers have developed a technology to convert nitrate-laden wastewater into ammonia for fertilisers. The process utilises Artificial Intelligence (AI) to identify a super-effective dual-atom catalyst.