Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has signed a strategic MoU with Rhenus Logistics India: The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has signed a strategic MoU with Rhenus Logistics India, a global logistics firm, to operate 100 cargo barges and pusher tugs across multiple national waterways, starting in late 2025. This aims to boost […]
Day: May 8, 2025
Anak Krakatau volcano : New Study
Anak Krakatau volcano : New Study A new study reveals that Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano, which collapsed catastrophically in 2018 causing a deadly tsunami, showed warning signs years in advance. Anak Krakatau (“Child of Krakatoa”) is located in the Sunda Strait, between Java and Sumatra in Indonesia. Volcano Type: Stratovolcano, Situated at the convergent boundary […]
Yangtze Finless Porpoise
Yangtze Finless Porpoise: Scientists use classical poems to map decline of Yangtze finless porpoise from Tang Period to People’s Republic of China.Chinese scientists have utilised classical Chinese poetry to reconstruct the historical distribution of the Yangtze finless porpoise, the only known freshwater porpoise species in the world. This study demonstrates the scientific use of ancient […]
Moody’s Cuts India’s 2025 GDP Forecast to 6.3% Amid Global Trade Uncertainty
Moody’s Cuts India’s 2025 GDP Forecast to 6.3% Amid Global Trade Uncertainty: Moody’s Ratings has revised India’s GDP growth forecast for the calendar year 2025 down to 6.3%, citing heightened global policy uncertainty, especially from the United States, persistent trade tensions, and increasing geopolitical risks as major contributing factors. The agency, however, retained its growth […]
Biju Patnaik Memorial Unveiled in Delhi for Battle of Stalingrad Contribution
Biju Patnaik Memorial Unveiled in Delhi for Battle of Stalingrad Contribution: Russia honoured the legendary Indian leader and aviator Biju Patnaik by inaugurating a memorial plaque at its embassy in New Delhi, recognizing his contributions during the historic Battle of Stalingrad in World War II. The ceremony was attended by former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen […]
Rohit Sharma Announces Retirement from Test Cricket
Rohit Sharma Announces Retirement from Test Cricket: Rohit Sharma, one of India’s most accomplished batters and the current red-ball captain, has officially announced his retirement from Test cricket. This decision, made just ahead of the highly anticipated India vs England Test series, marks the end of a roller-coaster journey in the longest format of the […]
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has announced that May 5 will soon be designated as Traders Day
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has announced that May 5 will soon be designated as Traders Day: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced that the state will soon officially declare May 5 as Traders Day, addressing a long-standing demand of the business community. Speaking at a traders’ conference in Chennai, Stalin reaffirmed the […]
International No Diet Day 2025
International No Diet Day 2025: Every year on May 6, the world observes International No Diet Day, a global initiative that promotes body positivity, self-acceptance, and a conscious rejection of toxic diet culture. Initiated in 1992, this movement advocates for mental and physical well-being, encourages diverse body representations, and raises awareness about the dangers of […]
SBI Launches Largest Staff Engagement Initiative to Empower Workforce
SBI Launches Largest Staff Engagement Initiative to Empower Workforce: The State Bank of India (SBI), India’s largest public sector bank, has launched a massive employee engagement and skill development initiative titled ‘Next LEAP’ and ‘SuPer SBI: Great to Greater’ to make its workforce future-ready and boost performance, pride, and productivity. This marks the largest such […]
FSIB Recommends Sanjay Joshi as CMD of Oriental Insurance
FSIB Recommends Sanjay Joshi as CMD of Oriental Insurance: The Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) has recommended Sanjay Joshi, a seasoned officer from the 1989 batch, for the post of Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of the Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL). This decision comes after the retirement of R.R. Singh in February 2025, with Joshi currently […]
