UK Defends Chagos Deal: The United Kingdom (UK) defended an agreement to transfer the Chagos archipelago to Mauritius while leasing back a strategic military base (Diego Garcia), after facing criticism from the US President over its handling of the deal. Chagos Archipelago is a group of 58 islands in the Indian Ocean, located about 500 […]
Tag: 29th Jan 2026
Early 8th Century Telugu Inscription
Early 8th Century Telugu Inscription: A rare early 8th-century CE Telugu inscription has been discovered at Pitikayagulla, Andhra Pradesh, offering crucial insights into the early evolution of the Telugu language and epigraphy. Written in early Telugu script and language, the inscription is vital for tracing the transition of Telugu from Prakrit influence to an independent […]
Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile(LR-AShM)
Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile(LR-AShM): At the 77th Republic Day Parade, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) showcased the Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM) for the first time, marking a major milestone in India’s missile capabilities. LR-AShM is a hypersonic glide missile that follows a quasi-ballistic trajectory, combining ballistic launch with low-altitude, manoeuvrable […]
SAMPANN–UMANG Integration
SAMPANN–UMANG Integration: The SAMPANN (System for Accounting and Management of Pension) pension management system has been integrated with the UMANG(Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance) platform to provide digital access to key pension services for telecom pensioners. UMANG operates as a single unified platform under the Digital India initiative, offering Central, State, and Local government […]
India–EU Free Trade Agreement
India–EU Free Trade Agreement: India and the European Union (EU) made history by announcing the conclusion of their long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA) at the 16th India–EU Summit in New Delhi. Dubbed the “mother of all deals,” this breakthrough ends nearly two decades of stop-start negotiations and establishes a strategic economic corridor. The India–EU […]
4B Movement
4B Movement: The 4B movement, a radical feminist current originating in South Korea, has resurfaced in public debate amid renewed discussions on patriarchy, gender violence, and women’s autonomy. The 4B movement is a feminist resistance framework where women refuse participation in four core institutions associated with patriarchy: No marriage,No childbirth,No dating,No sex It represents a […]
France Moves Bill to Ban Social Media for Under-15s to Protect Mental Health
France Moves Bill to Ban Social Media for Under-15s to Protect Mental Health: France has taken a decisive step to regulate children’s digital exposure. The country’s National Assembly has approved legislation to ban children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms. The move reflects growing concerns over online bullying, mental health issues […]
Uttarakhand Implements Uniform Civil Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026
Uttarakhand Implements Uniform Civil Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026: Uttarakhand has implemented the Uniform Civil Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026, bringing procedural, administrative and penal reforms to strengthen digital registration, transparency, women’s empowerment and effective implementation of the UCC.The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) was implemented in Uttarakhand on January 27, 2025, marking a landmark moment in India’s […]
Indian public health expert Dr. Chandrakant Lahariya has won the Wiley Research Heroes Prize 2025
Indian public health expert Dr. Chandrakant Lahariya has won the Wiley Research Heroes Prize 2025: India’s contribution to global health research has received international recognition with a prestigious award in 2025. An Indian doctor and public health expert has been honored for ensuring that research goes beyond academic boundaries and directly influences public policy and […]
Sikkim Police Receives President’s Police Colour Award
Sikkim Police Receives President’s Police Colour Award: The Sikkim Police has been conferred with the President’s Police Colour Award for its outstanding service, professionalism, and dedication to duty. The honour, regarded as one of the highest distinctions for police forces in India, recognises sustained excellence and commitment to public service.The Sikkim Police was awarded the […]
