Shigemi Fukahori, Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Survivor Dies: Shigemi Fukahori, a survivor of the 1945 atomic bombing of Nagasaki, passed away at the age of 93 on January 3, 2025. Fukahori dedicated his life to advocating for peace and nuclear disarmament, often sharing his painful experiences with students and people around the world. His life’s mission […]
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Nadi Tarangini – India’s First Ayurvedic Diagnostic Device Approved by CDSCO
Nadi Tarangini – India’s First Ayurvedic Diagnostic Device Approved by CDSCO: Nadi Tarangini, an AI-powered pulse diagnostic device developed by Atreya Innovations, received approval from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), making it India’s first ayurvedic medical device to be officially recognized. The device, which combines modern technology with ancient Ayurvedic practices, was created […]
India Ranked Second for Cyberattacks in 2024
India Ranked Second for Cyberattacks in 2024: India became the second most targeted nation globally for cyberattacks, with 95 entities falling victim to data theft, according to CloudSEK’s ThreatLandscape Report 2024. The United States topped the list with 140 attacks, while Israel ranked third with 57 attacks.The finance and banking sectors were the most affected, […]
Abdali Missile
Abdali Missile: Amid rising tensions in India-Bangladesh relations, Dhaka is reportedly mulling to purchase the Abdali Short Range Ballistic Missiles (SRBMs) aka the Hatf 2 missiles, from Pakistan. Abdali (Hatf 2) is a short-range, road-mobile, solid propellant ballistic missile. Developed by Pakistan’s Space Research Commission (SUPARCO), the Abdali missile system is designed for quick-reaction battlefield […]
Banihal Bypass : Completion
Banihal Bypass : Completion Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways recently announced the completion of a 4-lane, 2.35 km Banihal Bypass on NH-44. Banihal Bypass is a four-lane, 2.35 km bypass to Banihal town in Jammu & Kashmir, a section that was riddled with chronic traffic snarl-ups. It was built at a cost of […]
Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0
Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0: Lok Sabha Speaker is set to inaugurate ‘Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0’ at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan. Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0 will be organised by the National Commission for Women (NCW), in collaboration with the Lok Sabha Secretariat and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The programme is being organised in […]
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025: The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention, the largest gathering of the Indian diaspora, will be held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, from January 8 to 10, 2025. PBD is celebrated to recognize the contributions of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to India’s growth and development. Observed annually on January 9, marking Mahatma Gandhi’s return […]
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025: Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti is a special occasion that honors the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the 10th Guru of Sikhism. Celebrated with devotion by Sikhs worldwide, this day reflects his teachings of courage, equality and selflessness. Known for founding the Khalsa Panth and promoting justice, Guru Gobind […]
Special Category Visas : Introduced
Special Category Visas : Introduced The Ministry of Home Affairs introduced two special category visas namely ‘e-student visa’ and ‘e-student-x’ visa for international students intending to pursue higher education in the country. The two new visas namely; ‘e-student visa’ and ‘e-student-x’ introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Eligible international students registered on the Study […]
Vriksh Pathshala Library
Vriksh Pathshala Library: In Bihar’s Gaya district, Patwa Toli’s 24×7 Vriksh Pathshala library inspires IIT-JEE aspirants. Once famed as the “Manchester of Bihar” for its weaving industry, it now earns recognition as a “factory of IITians,” producing over 300 IITians since the 1990s. 24×7 Vriksh Pathshala Library Provides a quiet, resource-rich environment for students preparing […]
