Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a 72-hour ceasefire in Ukraine starting May 8 for humanitarian reasons. The statement was posted on the Kremlin’s website. Ukraine has not officially responded. This move follows failed earlier ceasefire attempts and renewed calls by Donald Trump for a truce. BulletsIn Russia to halt fighting in Ukraine for 72 hours
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Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a 72-hour ceasefire in Ukraine starting May 8 for humanitarian reasons. The statement was posted on the Kremlin’s website. Ukraine has not officially responded. This move follows failed earlier ceasefire attempts and renewed calls by Donald Trump for a truce. BulletsIn Russia to halt fighting in Ukraine for 72 hours
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met UK Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds in London to advance the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The long-pending deal is nearing completion, with only a few key issues like service visas and tariffs on cars and liquor pending. Goyal’s visit follows Finance Minister Sitharaman’s recent UK trip, as both countries aim
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met UK Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds in London to advance the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The long-pending deal is nearing completion, with only a few key issues like service visas and tariffs on cars and liquor pending. Goyal’s visit follows Finance Minister Sitharaman’s recent UK trip, as both countries aim
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on April 28, reviewed the UPI ecosystem with key financial leaders in a high-level meeting. She set a target of achieving one billion UPI transactions per day within two to three years. The meeting focused on system resilience, cybersecurity, and user expansion amid recent platform outages. BulletsIn Target set: 1 billion
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on April 28, reviewed the UPI ecosystem with key financial leaders in a high-level meeting. She set a target of achieving one billion UPI transactions per day within two to three years. The meeting focused on system resilience, cybersecurity, and user expansion amid recent platform outages. BulletsIn Target set: 1 billion
India has launched its first-in-human gene therapy trial for Haemophilia, led by BRIC-inStem and CMC Vellore. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh reviewed the program at BRIC-inStem, Bengaluru. He stressed that biotechnology is key to India’s healthcare and economic future. BulletsIn India’s first gene therapy trial for Haemophilia underway Led by BRIC-inStem with CMC Vellore; reviewed
India has launched its first-in-human gene therapy trial for Haemophilia, led by BRIC-inStem and CMC Vellore. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh reviewed the program at BRIC-inStem, Bengaluru. He stressed that biotechnology is key to India’s healthcare and economic future. BulletsIn India’s first gene therapy trial for Haemophilia underway Led by BRIC-inStem with CMC Vellore; reviewed
India signed a major deal with France on Monday to procure 26 Rafale-M fighter jets worth ₹63,000 crore. The jets, made by Dassault Aviation, will be deployed on India’s aircraft carrier INS Vikrant to meet urgent naval needs. BulletsIn India to buy 22 Rafale-M single-seat fighters and 4 twin-seat trainers Deal cleared by Cabinet Committee
India signed a major deal with France on Monday to procure 26 Rafale-M fighter jets worth ₹63,000 crore. The jets, made by Dassault Aviation, will be deployed on India’s aircraft carrier INS Vikrant to meet urgent naval needs. BulletsIn India to buy 22 Rafale-M single-seat fighters and 4 twin-seat trainers Deal cleared by Cabinet Committee
124India’s fast-expanding agricultural practices are worsening its climate change challenges. Increased use of chemical fertilisers, aggressive paddy cultivation, and soil degradation are driving emissions. Government measures are underway but deeper, more sustainable reforms are urgently needed. BulletsIn Agriculture now second-largest contributor to India’s greenhouse gas emissions Total agricultural emissions rose 4.5% from 2016 to 2019
India’s fast-expanding agricultural practices are worsening its climate change challenges. Increased use of chemical fertilisers, aggressive paddy cultivation, and soil degradation are driving emissions. Government measures are underway but deeper, more sustainable reforms are urgently needed. BulletsIn Agriculture now second-largest contributor to India’s greenhouse gas emissions Total agricultural emissions rose 4.5% from 2016 to 2019
The Delhi government launched the Ayushman Vay Vandana scheme on April 28, 2025. It offers free health coverage of Rs 10 lakh to citizens aged 70 and above. The scheme ensures access to quality healthcare, annual check-ups, and secure digital health records for seniors. BulletsIn Scheme launched by Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and Union Minister
The Delhi government launched the Ayushman Vay Vandana scheme on April 28, 2025. It offers free health coverage of Rs 10 lakh to citizens aged 70 and above. The scheme ensures access to quality healthcare, annual check-ups, and secure digital health records for seniors. BulletsIn Scheme launched by Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and Union Minister
India’s industrial output rose by 3% in March 2025, as per official data released on April 28. Growth was slightly better than February’s 2.7%. Sectors like electricity, manufacturing, and mining showed varied performances, reflecting a stable but cautious economic recovery. BulletsIn India’s IIP growth at 3% in March, up from 2.7% in February Quick Estimates
India’s industrial output rose by 3% in March 2025, as per official data released on April 28. Growth was slightly better than February’s 2.7%. Sectors like electricity, manufacturing, and mining showed varied performances, reflecting a stable but cautious economic recovery. BulletsIn India’s IIP growth at 3% in March, up from 2.7% in February Quick Estimates
NASA’s Dragonfly mission has cleared a crucial milestone by passing its Critical Design Review. The nuclear-powered rotorcraft is now ready for hardware development and spacecraft assembly. Launch is scheduled between July 5–25, 2028, aiming to explore Titan’s surface and search for signs of life. BulletsIn Dragonfly mission passes Critical Design Review, moves to hardware phase
NASA’s Dragonfly mission has cleared a crucial milestone by passing its Critical Design Review. The nuclear-powered rotorcraft is now ready for hardware development and spacecraft assembly. Launch is scheduled between July 5–25, 2028, aiming to explore Titan’s surface and search for signs of life. BulletsIn Dragonfly mission passes Critical Design Review, moves to hardware phase
180Across India, rising heatwaves and extreme weather are disrupting schooling. States are shifting school hours or announcing early vacations to protect children. However, the broader impact of climate change is deepening educational inequities and threatening the future of millions. BulletsIn Rising heat forces states like Odisha, Maharashtra, Gujarat to shift school timings early. Chhattisgarh, West
Across India, rising heatwaves and extreme weather are disrupting schooling. States are shifting school hours or announcing early vacations to protect children. However, the broader impact of climate change is deepening educational inequities and threatening the future of millions. BulletsIn Rising heat forces states like Odisha, Maharashtra, Gujarat to shift school timings early. Chhattisgarh, West
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