Somnath Swabhiman Parv: The Prime Minister stated that the thousand-year survival of the Somnath temple symbolizes India’s indomitable spirit, as the nation celebrates Somnath Swabhiman Parv (1026–2026) for a millennium of unbroken faith and resilience. The Somnath Temple, located at Prabhas Patan on Gujarat’s coast, is the first Jyotirling among the 12 holy Shiva Jyotirlingas, […]
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Himalaya climate funding
Himalaya climate funding: A recent synthesis report by International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) has estimated that India needs about $102 billion annually to bridge climate adaptation and mitigation gaps in the Himalayan region amid accelerating climate risks. The estimate emerges from ICIMOD’s synthesis based on the First Determination Report (2020) submitted to the […]
First meeting of the Payments Regulatory Board
First meeting of the Payments Regulatory Board: The first meeting of the Payments Regulatory Board (PRB) was held in Mumbai under the chairmanship of Sanjay Malhotra, marking the operationalisation of the new payments governance framework.The Payments Regulatory Board (PRB) is the statutory body through which the Reserve Bank of India exercises regulatory and supervisory powers […]
World’s second National Environmental Standard Laboratory
World’s second National Environmental Standard Laboratory: India has inaugurated the world’s second National Environmental Standard Laboratory (NESL) and the world’s fifth National Primary Standard Facility for Solar Cell Calibration at CSIR–NPL, New Delhi.The National Environmental Standard Laboratory is an apex national facility for testing, calibration, and certification of air pollution monitoring equipment under Indian climatic […]
India’s First Urban Night Safari At Kukrail Forest Area
India’s First Urban Night Safari At Kukrail Forest Area: Lucknow is set to introduce India’s first urban night safari at the Kukrail Forest Area, marking a unique blend of wildlife conservation and city-based tourism.India’s first urban night safari—a controlled nocturnal wildlife viewing experience within city limits, designed for education, conservation awareness, and low-impact tourism rather […]
Global Environment Facility
Global Environment Facility: The Global Environment Facility has approved US$52.8 million for four new UN Environment Programme–led projects at its 70th Council meeting.The Global Environment Facility (GEF) is a multilateral environmental financing mechanism that provides grants and blended finance to developing countries and economies in transition to address global environmental challenges.
Karur Vysya Bank Cuts Base Rate and BPLR
Karur Vysya Bank Cuts Base Rate and BPLR: Karur Vysya Bank has announced a reduction in its lending rates, providing potential relief to borrowers. As per an exchange filing, the private sector bank will revise both its Base Rate and Benchmark Prime Lending Rate (BPLR) with effect from January 7, 2026, reflecting an easing stance […]
India’s Largest Inland Rainbow Trout Farm Launched in Telangana
India’s Largest Inland Rainbow Trout Farm Launched in Telangana: India’s fisheries sector marked a major technological milestone with the launch of a large-scale trout farming project in Telangana. Traditionally limited to cold Himalayan regions, trout cultivation has now been successfully adapted to a warm inland climate. The initiative reflects India’s push toward innovation-driven aquaculture, value […]
India Introduces New e-Business Visa for Chinese Nationals
India Introduces New e-Business Visa for Chinese Nationals: India has launched a new electronic business visa category to simplify and regulate business travel for Chinese nationals. The e Production Investment Business Visa, called the e-B-4 Visa, aims to support legitimate business activities and respond to rising demand for structured business engagement between India and China.India […]
Eastern Imperial Eagle Spotted at Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
Eastern Imperial Eagle Spotted at Mudumalai Tiger Reserve: A rare migratory bird of prey, the Eastern Imperial Eagle, has been spotted at Mudumalai Tiger Reserve during the 2025–26 winter season. Wildlife experts say the sighting confirms Mudumalai’s growing role as an important winter refuge for long-distance migratory raptors visiting the Indian subcontinent.The Eastern Imperial Eagle, […]
