Konda Veduru Bamboo in the Godavari Valley: The Konda Veduru bamboo variety (Dendrocalamus strictus), often referred to as the ‘Green Gold’, plays a significant role in the cultural, nutritional, and economic practices of the Konda Reddi tribe.Konda Veduru Bamboo: Native to the Eastern Ghats, primarily found in the Godavari river valley (spreads across Andhra Pradesh, […]
Forbes India 30 Under 30 2025
Forbes India 30 Under 30 2025: The Forbes India 30 Under 30 list for 2025 features 42 young achievers across 19 categories, including the newly introduced AI sector. This edition recognizes entrepreneurs, professionals, and artists driving innovation and social impact.This year’s list introduces the Artificial Intelligence (AI) category for the first time, highlighting the growing […]
Cristiano Ronaldo Tops 2025’s Highest-Paid Athletes List
Cristiano Ronaldo Tops 2025’s Highest-Paid Athletes List: Cristiano Ronaldo has once again proven his dominance in the world of sports by securing the top spot on the 2025 list of highest-paid athletes. According to reports, the Portuguese football star earned a staggering $285 million, combining his $200 million annual salary from Saudi Arabian club Al […]
Deregulation Commission to Reduce State’s Role in Governance
Deregulation Commission to Reduce State’s Role in Governance: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the formation of a Deregulation Commission aimed at reducing the role of the state in governance. Speaking at the ET Now Global Business Summit, Modi emphasized the government’s commitment to eliminating bureaucratic hurdles and promoting ease of doing business. This move aligns […]
Bank of Maharashtra Receives RBI Approval to Establish Branch in GIFT City
Bank of Maharashtra Receives RBI Approval to Establish Branch in GIFT City: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted permission to the Bank of Maharashtra (BoM) to set up a branch in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City). This strategic move aims to enhance BoM’s offshore banking operations from India, aligning with the bank’s […]
Meta’s 50,000 km Cable to Boost India-US Digital Connectivity
Meta’s 50,000 km Cable to Boost India-US Digital Connectivity: Meta has launched an ambitious project named Project Waterworth, which will lay down a 50,000-kilometer undersea cable to improve digital connectivity between India and the United States. This initiative is expected to offer faster and more reliable internet services across multiple regions, not just between India […]
BHARAT TEX 2025
BHARAT TEX 2025: BHARAT TEX 2025, one of the largest global textiles events, is returning with its second edition from February 14 to 17, 2025. This prestigious event, backed by the Ministry of Textiles, aims to showcase India’s textile industry to the world by bringing together key stakeholders, including manufacturers, buyers, industry experts, and innovators.The […]
SEBI has launched a dedicated portal
SEBI has launched a dedicated portal: Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has launched a dedicated portal for Related Party Transactions (RPT). This move is aimed at streamlining the reporting and monitoring of RPTs, ensuring that listed entities adhere to stringent disclosure norms. The new RPT portal represents a significant effort in SEBI’s ongoing […]
President Droupadi Murmu Inaugurates National Tribal Festival ‘Aadi Mahotsav’ in New Delhi
President Droupadi Murmu Inaugurates National Tribal Festival ‘Aadi Mahotsav’ in New Delhi: The National Tribal Festival ‘Aadi Mahotsav’ was inaugurated by the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, in New Delhi on February 16, 2025. The festival, organized by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, is a celebration of India’s rich tribal heritage, culture, and traditions. […]
Fitch Ratings predicts a 10 basis points decline in Indian banks’ net interest margins (NIMs) in FY26
Fitch Ratings predicts a 10 basis points decline in Indian banks’ net interest margins (NIMs) in FY26: Indian banks are set to experience a decline in their net interest margins (NIMs) by an estimated 10 basis points in the financial year 2025-26, as per a report by Fitch Ratings. This forecast follows the Reserve Bank […]
