72nd plenary of the North Eastern Council: 72nd plenary of the North Eastern Council (NEC) in Agartala, Tripura. The Union Home Minister stressed the need for police forces in the Northeastern (NE) States to shift focus from insurgency control to ensuring citizens’ constitutional rights, reflecting a new phase of governance in the region.The NEC, established […]
National Farmers’ Day
National Farmers’ Day: National Farmers’ Day (Kisan Diwas) was celebrated on 23rd December 2024 to honor farmers and commemorate the birth anniversary of Sri Chaudhary Charan Singh.Known as the ‘Kisan Leader,’ his birth anniversary is celebrated as ‘Kisan Diwas’ since 2001 for his contributions to Indian agriculture and rural development.Born in 1902 at Noorpur, Meerut, […]
Elephant Parade in Thrissur Pooram
Elephant Parade in Thrissur Pooram: The Supreme Court stayed a series of restrictions imposed by the Kerala high court on the use of elephants in Thrissur Pooram.Earlier the Kerala High Court mandated a 3-meter gap between elephants, 8 meters from the public or percussion displays, and a 100-meter buffer from areas using fireworks.Thrissur Pooram is […]
Green Deposits
Green Deposits: Green deposits in India face sluggish adoption due to pricing issues, low public engagement, and limited interest from private banks.These are interest-bearing deposits earmarked for funding green projects, such as solar energy, clean transportation, and sustainable water management.In June 2023, the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) introduced a framework for green deposits to […]
United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC)
United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC): Former Supreme Court Judge Justice Madan B Lokur has been appointed as the Chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC) for a four-year term.United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC) Created by the UN General Assembly as part of the reformed internal justice system to uphold accountability, independence, […]
Starlink Satellite : Concern
Starlink Satellite : Concern The recovery of a Starlink satellite device in Manipur has raised concerns about potential misuse by militants, despite Starlink not being authorized to operate in India.Designed by: SpaceX (owned by Elon Musk).Purpose is to provide high-speed, low-latency internet globally, especially in remote and underserved areas.
Bio-Bitumen-based National Highway
Bio-Bitumen-based National Highway: Union Minister inaugurated India’s first bio-bitumen-based National Highway stretch on NH-44, Nagpur-Mansar Bypass.Bio-Bitumen is A sustainable bio-based binder derived from renewable sources like crop stubble, vegetable oils, algae, or lignin. It is Primarily extracted from lignocellulosic biomass or refined from residues of crude oil distillation.
Wall Street Journal as one of the top global destinations for 2025
Wall Street Journal as one of the top global destinations for 2025: Madhya Pradesh has earned global recognition as one of the Wall Street Journal’s “Go-To Global Destinations for 2025,” showcasing its rich heritage, unique wildlife, and natural beauty. This prestigious acknowledgment builds upon the state’s ongoing efforts to establish itself as a premier travel […]
Russian tennis player Daniil Savelev Suspension
Russian tennis player Daniil Savelev Suspension: Russian Tennis Player, Daniil Savelev has been handed a two-year suspension for violating doping regulations. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced that Savelev tested positive for the prohibited substance meldonium in July 2024.
Adani Group Acquires 85.8% Stake in Air Works
Adani Group Acquires 85.8% Stake in Air Works: The Adani Group has announced the acquisition of an 85.8% stake in Air Works, India’s largest private-sector Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) company, at an enterprise value of Rs 400 crore. This move solidifies Adani’s position in the defence and civil aviation MRO sectors, marking a strategic […]