Gravity Bomb: U.S. Defense Secretary announced a tactical shift to using 500, 1,000, and 2,000-pound precision gravity bombs against Iran, signaling that Iranian air defenses have been sufficiently degraded to allow direct aerial bombardment. A gravity bomb, often referred to as a free-fall or dumb bomb, is an unpowered munition that does not possess an […]
Government Launch Mascots for Census 2027
Government Launch Mascots for Census 2027: Union Home Minister unveiled the mascots Pragati and Vikas and soft-launched digital tools for Census 2027 in New Delhi. The Government of India has launched two official mascots for Census 2027 to increase public awareness and participation in the census exercise. These mascots will act as communication ambassadors, helping […]
The Essential Commodities Act, 1955 (ECA)
The Essential Commodities Act, 1955 (ECA): In response to an energy crisis triggered by recent geopolitical strikes on Iran, the Centre invoked the Essential Commodities Act (ECA), 1955. The Essential Commodities Act is a central legislation enacted to control the production, supply, and distribution of specific commodities deemed essential for the general public. It empowers […]
Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) Satellite Systems
Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) Satellite Systems: State-run defense major Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and space-tech startup Bellatrix Aerospace have signed an MoU to jointly develop Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) satellite systems. The collaboration is a strategic partnership to design, develop, and manufacture next-generation satellite platforms and payloads specifically for the Very Low Earth […]
Chile Eliminate Leprosy
Chile Eliminate Leprosy: The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) officially verified Chile as the first country in the Americas—and the second globally—to have eliminated leprosy. Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by the slow-growing bacterium Mycobacterium leprae. It primarily affects the skin, the peripheral nerves, mucosal surfaces of […]
Balen Shah Set to Become Nepal’s Prime Minister After Election
Balen Shah Set to Become Nepal’s Prime Minister After Election: Nepal has to see a dramatic political shift after the 2026 parliamentary elections. After the elections results coming with the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) emerging as the dominant political force. The party’s leader Balendra Balen Shah. Who is the a 35 year old rapper turned […]
Air Pollution in India : Report
Air Pollution in India : Report An analysis by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA), a Finland-based independent research group, found that 204 out of 238 Indian cities failed to meet national air quality standards during winter 2025–26. The analysis used data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) collected through […]
Lakshya Sen Reaches Semi Finals at All England Open 2026
Lakshya Sen Reaches Semi Finals at All England Open 2026: India’s badminton star Lakshya Sen delivered a extra ordinary performance at the All England Open Badminton Championships 2026. He defeating world No. 6 Li Shi Feng of China in the quarter finals. The Lakshya Sen All England Open 2026 victory came in straight games 21-13, […]
India Forex Reserves Reach Record $728.5 Billion At End February 2026
India Forex Reserves Reach Record $728.5 Billion At End February 2026: India’s forex reserves reached a record level of $728.49 billion in the week end February 27, 2026. This data are according to released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). India’s foreign exchange reserves increased by $4.88 billion during the week. The main reason […]
Government e Marketplace (GeM) Celebrates 7 Years of SWAYATT Initiative
Government e Marketplace (GeM) Celebrates 7 Years of SWAYATT Initiative: The Government e Marketplace (GeM) celebrated the completion of seven years of the SWAYATT initiative. This is a flagship programme designed to promote the inclusive public procurement across India. SWAYATT Initiative was Launched on 19 February in the year 2019. The SWAYATT initiative on GeM […]
