NASA has begun the final countdown for Artemis II, set to launch in early April 2026, marking humanity’s first crewed Moon mission since Apollo 17. BulletsIn: Artemis II will be first crewed mission beyond low Earth orbit in over five decades, signalling revival of deep-space human exploration Mission will use Space Launch System rocket and
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NASA has begun the final countdown for Artemis II, set to launch in early April 2026, marking humanity’s first crewed Moon mission since Apollo 17. BulletsIn: Artemis II will be first crewed mission beyond low Earth orbit in over five decades, signalling revival of deep-space human exploration Mission will use Space Launch System rocket and
The Indian Air Force plans to equip MiG-29 jets with ASRAAM, replacing older R-73 missiles to enhance close-range air combat effectiveness. BulletsIn: Upgrade will replace Soviet-era R-73 missiles with ASRAAM, significantly improving engagement range, targeting precision and survivability in modern aerial combat scenarios ASRAAM offers range over 25 km, speed above Mach 3 and infrared
The Indian Air Force plans to equip MiG-29 jets with ASRAAM, replacing older R-73 missiles to enhance close-range air combat effectiveness. BulletsIn: Upgrade will replace Soviet-era R-73 missiles with ASRAAM, significantly improving engagement range, targeting precision and survivability in modern aerial combat scenarios ASRAAM offers range over 25 km, speed above Mach 3 and infrared
The Reserve Bank of India has deferred implementation of revised capital market exposure norms by three months to July 1, 2026, following industry concerns over operational challenges. BulletsIn: RBI postponed new capital market exposure rules from April 1 to July 1, 2026 to allow banks and intermediaries more time for compliance Decision taken after feedback
The Reserve Bank of India has deferred implementation of revised capital market exposure norms by three months to July 1, 2026, following industry concerns over operational challenges. BulletsIn: RBI postponed new capital market exposure rules from April 1 to July 1, 2026 to allow banks and intermediaries more time for compliance Decision taken after feedback
The S. R. Bommai vs Union of India established key safeguards against misuse of President’s Rule under Article 356, strengthening India’s federal structure and judicial oversight. BulletsIn: Supreme Court ruled that imposition of President’s Rule under Article 356 is subject to judicial review, preventing arbitrary dismissal of state governments Case originated from dismissal of Karnataka
The S. R. Bommai vs Union of India established key safeguards against misuse of President’s Rule under Article 356, strengthening India’s federal structure and judicial oversight. BulletsIn: Supreme Court ruled that imposition of President’s Rule under Article 356 is subject to judicial review, preventing arbitrary dismissal of state governments Case originated from dismissal of Karnataka
12The Battle of Bhima Koregaon was fought on January 1, 1818 between the British East India Company and the Marathas, marking a turning point in the Third Anglo-Maratha War. BulletsIn: Battle fought near Koregaon village in Maharashtra between British forces led by Captain Francis Staunton and Maratha army under Peshwa Baji Rao II Triggered by
The Battle of Bhima Koregaon was fought on January 1, 1818 between the British East India Company and the Marathas, marking a turning point in the Third Anglo-Maratha War. BulletsIn: Battle fought near Koregaon village in Maharashtra between British forces led by Captain Francis Staunton and Maratha army under Peshwa Baji Rao II Triggered by
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has notified Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 effective April 1, mandating four-way waste segregation and stricter compliance under Environment Protection Act. BulletsIn: New rules mandate four-way segregation of waste at source including wet, dry, sanitary and special care waste to improve recycling efficiency and reduce landfill burden
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has notified Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 effective April 1, mandating four-way waste segregation and stricter compliance under Environment Protection Act. BulletsIn: New rules mandate four-way segregation of waste at source including wet, dry, sanitary and special care waste to improve recycling efficiency and reduce landfill burden
NASA will launch Artemis II on April 1, 2026, marking the first human mission beyond low Earth orbit since Apollo 17. BulletsIn: Artemis II will send four astronauts on nearly 10-day mission around Moon, testing systems essential for future lunar landings under Artemis programme Mission uses Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft, launching from
NASA will launch Artemis II on April 1, 2026, marking the first human mission beyond low Earth orbit since Apollo 17. BulletsIn: Artemis II will send four astronauts on nearly 10-day mission around Moon, testing systems essential for future lunar landings under Artemis programme Mission uses Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft, launching from
India and Algeria held the 7th Foreign Office Consultations in Algiers on March 2026, co-chaired by MEA Secretary (South) Neena Malhotra and Algerian official Lounes Magramane. The talks focused on strengthening cooperation across key sectors and expanding bilateral engagement. Bullets India and Algeria conducted the 7th Foreign Office Consultations in Algiers. The meeting was co-chaired
India and Algeria held the 7th Foreign Office Consultations in Algiers on March 2026, co-chaired by MEA Secretary (South) Neena Malhotra and Algerian official Lounes Magramane. The talks focused on strengthening cooperation across key sectors and expanding bilateral engagement. Bullets India and Algeria conducted the 7th Foreign Office Consultations in Algiers. The meeting was co-chaired
At the World Trade Organization’s 14th Ministerial Conference in Yaounde on March 28, 2026, trade ministers adopted a communique advancing trade-climate cooperation. The Coalition of Trade Ministers on Climate agreed on voluntary actions to align trade policies with climate goals and support sustainable development. Bullets WTO MC14 in Yaounde saw progress on trade-climate agenda alongside
At the World Trade Organization’s 14th Ministerial Conference in Yaounde on March 28, 2026, trade ministers adopted a communique advancing trade-climate cooperation. The Coalition of Trade Ministers on Climate agreed on voluntary actions to align trade policies with climate goals and support sustainable development. Bullets WTO MC14 in Yaounde saw progress on trade-climate agenda alongside
India manages inter-state river disputes under Article 262 of the Constitution, enabling tribunals to resolve conflicts between states over water sharing. Laws enacted in 1956 provide mechanisms for adjudication, ensuring equitable distribution and limiting court intervention. Bullets Inter-state water disputes arise between states over use, distribution, and control of shared river waters. Article 262 empowers
India manages inter-state river disputes under Article 262 of the Constitution, enabling tribunals to resolve conflicts between states over water sharing. Laws enacted in 1956 provide mechanisms for adjudication, ensuring equitable distribution and limiting court intervention. Bullets Inter-state water disputes arise between states over use, distribution, and control of shared river waters. Article 262 empowers
