E- Waste : Report India generated 2.2 million metric tonnes (MT) of e-waste in 2025, becoming the third-largest global generator after China and the US. However, informal recycling exposes millions, especially marginalised communities, to serious health risks, making it a major urban challenge. E-waste, or electronic waste, refers to discarded or end-of-life electronic devices and […]
Day: October 6, 2025
White Rhino
White Rhino: The Resurrection Quest, a documentary on cloning, gene editing, and species de-extinction, won the Gold Dolphin Award for showcasing efforts to save the northern white rhino. White Rhino are the second-largest land mammal. The species is split into two genetically distinct subspecies – Northern white rhino and Southern white rhino. Northern White Rhino: […]
Model Youth Gram Sabha(MYGS)
Model Youth Gram Sabha(MYGS): The Centre is set to launch the Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS), a school-based initiative inspired by Model UN simulations, to provide students practical exposure to local governance and Panchayati Raj functioning. Model UN simulations involve hundreds of thousands of students each year, helping them learn about the UN’s principles and […]
Safeguarding India’s Digital Economy
Safeguarding India’s Digital Economy: The Indian digital economy is in the spotlight after a sharp rise in sophisticated cyber frauds such as phishing, UPI/OTP scams, identity theft, and digital arrests. Over 13.9 lakh cybercrime cases were reported in India in 2023 (NCRB), but experts estimate many go unreported due to stigma or distrust in institutions. […]
Cyclone Shakhti
Cyclone Shakhti: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed the formation of Cyclone Shakhti over the northeast Arabian Sea. A tropical cyclonic storm that developed in the northeast Arabian Sea, ~340 km west of Dwarka (Gujarat). Named “Shakhti” under the World Meteorological Organisation’s regional naming system. Formed due to low-pressure development over warm Arabian Sea waters […]
Presumptive Taxation
Presumptive Taxation: NITI Aayog, in its first Tax Policy Working Paper (2025), proposed an optional presumptive taxation regime for foreign firms to reduce litigation, simplify compliance, and bring certainty on Permanent Establishment (PE) disputes. Taxation based on a fixed deemed profit percentage of gross receipts, instead of detailed profit attribution through transfer pricing or functional […]
Australia Approves Alzheimer’s Drug Lecanemab for Early Stage Use
Australia Approves Alzheimer’s Drug Lecanemab for Early Stage Use: Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has approved Lecanemab (marketed as Leqembi) for treating early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. This makes it only the second disease-modifying therapy to receive regulatory clearance in Australia. The decision, finalized in September 2025, comes amid rising Alzheimer’s prevalence—now the leading cause of death […]
Mirabai Chanu Wins Silver at 2025 World Championships
Mirabai Chanu Wins Silver at 2025 World Championships: Mirabai Chanu wins silver in 48 kg at 2025 World Championships, setting new national records in clean & jerk and total lift. Held on 2 October 2025, the women’s 48 kg event saw participation from top lifters across 26 countries. The final standings showcased intense competition. Gold: Ri Song-gum […]
OpenAI Hits $500 Billion Valuation After Share Sale to SoftBank
OpenAI Hits $500 Billion Valuation After Share Sale to SoftBank: OpenAI the creator of ChatGPT has reached a $500 billion valuation following a major secondary share sale to SoftBank, as reported by Reuters. The deal involved $6.6 billion worth of shares sold by current and former OpenAI employees, reflecting the company’s skyrocketing growth in value […]
National Conference on Land & Disaster Management
National Conference on Land & Disaster Management: A two‑day national conference on land administration and disaster management begins in Gandhinagar, launching digital systems, SVAMITVA cards, and new revenue offices.The event is part of a nationwide push to modernize land governance, strengthen disaster resilience, and ensure citizens’ land rights through digitization and innovation. Organised by the […]
