On April 5, 2025, the Stand-Up India Scheme marked seven years since its launch in 2016. Created under the Ministry of Finance’s “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” program, it provides bank loans to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and women for starting new businesses. The scheme has evolved into a major platform for financial inclusion and entrepreneurship,
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On April 5, 2025, the Stand-Up India Scheme marked seven years since its launch in 2016. Created under the Ministry of Finance’s “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” program, it provides bank loans to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and women for starting new businesses. The scheme has evolved into a major platform for financial inclusion and entrepreneurship,
India has launched the development of the Electric Hansa (E-HANSA), a two-seater indigenous electric trainer aircraft, as part of its push towards green aviation and affordable pilot training. This initiative was announced by Dr. Jitendra Singh during a high-level science department review meeting in Bengaluru. BulletsIn E-HANSA is developed by the National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL),
India has launched the development of the Electric Hansa (E-HANSA), a two-seater indigenous electric trainer aircraft, as part of its push towards green aviation and affordable pilot training. This initiative was announced by Dr. Jitendra Singh during a high-level science department review meeting in Bengaluru. BulletsIn E-HANSA is developed by the National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL),
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about overcoming anxiety during challenging situations, sharing personal experiences including the Godhra train fire and multiple terror attacks in Gujarat. In a podcast with Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath, he discussed how he manages his emotions in moments of high stress, focusing on his responsibilities. BulletsIn PM Modi addressed overcoming anxiety
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about overcoming anxiety during challenging situations, sharing personal experiences including the Godhra train fire and multiple terror attacks in Gujarat. In a podcast with Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath, he discussed how he manages his emotions in moments of high stress, focusing on his responsibilities. BulletsIn PM Modi addressed overcoming anxiety
Apple is on the verge of becoming the first company to achieve a $4 trillion market valuation, driven by a 16% stock price increase since November and growing investor confidence in its AI initiatives and product innovations. BulletsIn Apple’s market valuation reached $3.85 trillion, with shares closing at $255.27 on December 24. Stock price surged
Apple is on the verge of becoming the first company to achieve a $4 trillion market valuation, driven by a 16% stock price increase since November and growing investor confidence in its AI initiatives and product innovations. BulletsIn Apple’s market valuation reached $3.85 trillion, with shares closing at $255.27 on December 24. Stock price surged
309Churu, a district in Rajasthan near the Thar desert, is known for its extreme temperature variations, recording both some of the lowest and highest temperatures in the region. The climate changes here reflect broader environmental and global warming trends impacting the area. BulletsIn Churu recorded a chilling 1.1°C on December 18, 2021, and minus 1.5°C
Churu, a district in Rajasthan near the Thar desert, is known for its extreme temperature variations, recording both some of the lowest and highest temperatures in the region. The climate changes here reflect broader environmental and global warming trends impacting the area. BulletsIn Churu recorded a chilling 1.1°C on December 18, 2021, and minus 1.5°C
Afghan cricketers Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi have expressed strong disapproval over the Taliban’s recent decision to prevent women from studying health-related fields, including nursing and midwifery. The cricketers called the move “heartbreaking” and urged the Taliban to reverse the decision, emphasizing Islam’s teachings on education for all. The decision follows a broader trend of
Afghan cricketers Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi have expressed strong disapproval over the Taliban’s recent decision to prevent women from studying health-related fields, including nursing and midwifery. The cricketers called the move “heartbreaking” and urged the Taliban to reverse the decision, emphasizing Islam’s teachings on education for all. The decision follows a broader trend of
308The Sayyid dynasty ruled Delhi Sultanate from 1414 to 1451, after the fall of the Tughlaq dynasty. Founded by Khizr Khan, the dynasty lasted 37 years with four rulers. It struggled with rebellions, weak administration, and declining economy, finally ending when Bahlul Lodhi took over Delhi in 1451. BulletsIn Ruled from 1414 to 1451 after
The Sayyid dynasty ruled Delhi Sultanate from 1414 to 1451, after the fall of the Tughlaq dynasty. Founded by Khizr Khan, the dynasty lasted 37 years with four rulers. It struggled with rebellions, weak administration, and declining economy, finally ending when Bahlul Lodhi took over Delhi in 1451. BulletsIn Ruled from 1414 to 1451 after
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has committed to “invariably support” Russia in its war against Ukraine, reaffirming his country’s backing of Moscow’s territorial integrity. This statement came after Kim met Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov in Pyongyang on Friday. The growing military and strategic alliance between North Korea and Russia has raised international concerns.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has committed to “invariably support” Russia in its war against Ukraine, reaffirming his country’s backing of Moscow’s territorial integrity. This statement came after Kim met Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov in Pyongyang on Friday. The growing military and strategic alliance between North Korea and Russia has raised international concerns.
307Buddhism, founded over 2,500 years ago in India, is among the world’s major religions. It emerged as a reformist spiritual path during a time of social and philosophical churn. This summary outlines the religion’s origin, major sects, key teachings, and significant Buddhist councils that shaped its evolution. BulletsIn Originated ~500 BCE in India by Siddhartha
Buddhism, founded over 2,500 years ago in India, is among the world’s major religions. It emerged as a reformist spiritual path during a time of social and philosophical churn. This summary outlines the religion’s origin, major sects, key teachings, and significant Buddhist councils that shaped its evolution. BulletsIn Originated ~500 BCE in India by Siddhartha
India has advanced to 36th place on the UNCTAD’s “Readiness for Frontier Technologies” index for 2024, improving from 48th in 2022. The country is also celebrating the GI tag for Amalsad Chikoo from Gujarat’s Navsari. Meanwhile, Kerala is facing protests over offshore mining proposals, citing environmental and livelihood concerns. BulletsIn India ranks 36th on UNCTAD’s
India has advanced to 36th place on the UNCTAD’s “Readiness for Frontier Technologies” index for 2024, improving from 48th in 2022. The country is also celebrating the GI tag for Amalsad Chikoo from Gujarat’s Navsari. Meanwhile, Kerala is facing protests over offshore mining proposals, citing environmental and livelihood concerns. BulletsIn India ranks 36th on UNCTAD’s
