Network Readiness Index Report 2025: India has improved its digital readiness by four ranks to 45th position in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2025, released by the Portulans Institute, a non-profit research institute based in Washington, DC.The index maps the network-based readiness of 127 economies across 53 indicators grouped under four pillars: Technology, People, Governance, […]
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India’s Next-Generation Tsunami Warning System
India’s Next-Generation Tsunami Warning System: India plans to establish a ₹300-crore Regional Service Centre (RSC) in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands to strengthen its tsunami monitoring and early warning system.The proposed Regional Service Centre (RSC) will be established at Vijaynagar on Swaraj Dweep in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and will also provide tsunami warning […]
China’s Panda Diplomacy
China’s Panda Diplomacy: China recalled its giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei from Japan ahead of schedule amid rising bilateral tensions, highlighting how panda diplomacy is increasingly constrained by geopolitics, nationalism, and animal-welfare controversies.Panda diplomacy refers to the practice by China of gifting (earlier) or long-term leasing (now) giant pandas to foreign countries to […]
Lyriothemis keralensis
Lyriothemis keralensis: Researchers have discovered and formally described a new dragonfly species from Kerala, named Lyriothemis keralensis, highlighting the State’s rich but underexplored biodiversity.It is a newly described species of dragonfly (Order: Odonata) endemic to Kerala, scientifically identified and named to reflect the State’s biodiversity.It is Found in vegetated pools and irrigation canals.
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026: International Day of Women and Girls in Science is observed every year on 11 February. The United Nations marks this day to promote equal participation of women and girls in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Despite progress in education, gender gaps still exist in STEM careers […]
Kerala’s First Woman Judge with Disability
Kerala’s First Woman Judge with Disability: Kerala is on the verge of creating history in its judicial system. In a powerful example of inclusion and determination, Thanya Nathan, a young lawyer with visual impairment, has topped the Civil Judge (Junior Division) examination merit list among candidates with benchmark disabilities. Her achievement goes beyond personal success. […]
R Vijay Anandh Named CEO of City Union Bank
R Vijay Anandh Named CEO of City Union Bank: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the appointment of R Vijay Anandh as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of City Union Bank. The decision was communicated through an RBI letter dated February 9, 2026, and the appointment will take […]
Manu Bhaker Clinches Silver in 25m Pistol at Asian Shooting Championships 2026
Manu Bhaker Clinches Silver in 25m Pistol at Asian Shooting Championships 2026: India’s ace shooter Manu Bhaker staged a strong comeback by winning the silver medal in the 25m pistol event at the Asian Shooting Championships 2026 in New Delhi. This came just five days after she finished seventh in the 10m air pistol final. […]
HbA1c Test
HbA1c Test: A new study has found that glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), a laboratory test commonly used in India for detecting type-2 diabetes, may not accurately reflect blood glucose levels. A hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) test is a blood test that shows average level of blood glucose, also called blood sugar, over the past two to three […]
SCALP Missile
SCALP Missile: India and France are in discussions to finalise a major deal for the procurement of SCALP cruise missiles, following their successful use by the IAF in precision strikes against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan during Operation Sindoor last year. The SCALP missile, also known as Storm Shadow, is a long-range, air-launched cruise missile. It […]
