India Elected for United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC): India has been elected unopposed to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026–2028 term, marking its seventh tenure on the global body.The UNHRC is the principal intergovernmental body within the United Nations system responsible for promoting, protecting, and monitoring human rights across the […]
Day: October 16, 2025
Limestone Classified as a Major Mineral
Limestone Classified as a Major Mineral: The Ministry of Mines has issued a notification, classifying limestone entirely as a major mineral, removing its dual classification as both a major and minor mineral.Limestone is a sedimentary rock composed mainly of calcium carbonate (CaCO₃), widely used in cement, steel, fertilizer, sugar, and chemical industries. It is also […]
India to Resume Postal Service to US from Tomorrow
India to Resume Postal Service to US from Tomorrow: India will resume all categories of international postal services to the United States starting October 15, 2025. This development comes after a two-month suspension caused by regulatory changes in the United States. With a new system now in place to comply with American customs rules, India […]
Telangana tops UPI transaction intensity
Telangana tops UPI transaction intensity: Telangana has emerged as the leader in UPI transaction intensity among Indian states, according to a new study published in the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) September 2025 bulletin. Using PhonePe transaction data as a proxy for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) usage, the study highlights the growing shift towards digital […]
Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal unveils LIMBS Live Cases Dashboard
Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal unveils LIMBS Live Cases Dashboard: To enhance transparency and efficiency in government litigation, Union Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal inaugurated the LIMBS Live Cases Dashboard on October 14, 2025, in New Delhi. The new dashboard is part of the Legal Information Management and Briefing System […]
India’s GDP Seen Growing 6.6% in 2025
India’s GDP Seen Growing 6.6% in 2025: India’s economy is expected to grow faster than earlier predicted, even as it faces new trade barriers from the United States. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India’s 2025–26 GDP growth projection upward to 6.6%, compared to its earlier estimate of 6.4%. This increase reflects a stronger-than-anticipated […]
Shah Rukh Khan Becomes 1st Actor To Billionaire Club
Shah Rukh Khan Becomes 1st Actor To Billionaire Club: Shah Rukh Khan has officially become the world’s richest actor, crossing the billionaire threshold with a reported net worth of $1.4 billion (₹12,490 crore). His achievement places him ahead of global icons including Taylor Swift, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Tom Cruise. This milestone underscores not only his personal journey […]
Finance Minister to Inaugurate dhaRti BioNest at IIT Dharwad
Finance Minister to Inaugurate dhaRti BioNest at IIT Dharwad: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will inaugurate the dhaRti BioNest Incubation Centre at IIT Dharwad, marking a significant step toward empowering startups in biotechnology, deep tech, and healthcare. This incubation hub aims to provide early-stage support for innovators through mentoring, lab infrastructure, and funding, especially in a […]
Railways launches three integrated door‑to‑door freight and parcel services
Railways launches three integrated door‑to‑door freight and parcel services: The Railways Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has virtually inaugurated three new door‑to‑door freight and parcel services aimed at enhancing India’s logistics ecosystem. These services mark a strategic move by Indian Railways to become more competitive in goods movement by improving last‑mile connectivity, reducing dependency on road transport, […]
NHAI to Use All Municipal Waste in Roads by 2027
NHAI to Use All Municipal Waste in Roads by 2027: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is planning to use 100% of India’s municipal waste for road construction by 2027. This initiative was announced by Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari during a convocation ceremony at an engineering college near Chennai. By […]
