The Numbeo Safety Index 2026 rankings were released in January 2026, covering 304 cities worldwide based on crime perceptions and safety surveys. Qingdao, China topped the global list with the highest safety score, while Mangaluru, India emerged as the safest city in India, reflecting varying urban safety conditions across regions. BulletsIn The Numbeo Safety Index
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The Numbeo Safety Index 2026 rankings were released in January 2026, covering 304 cities worldwide based on crime perceptions and safety surveys. Qingdao, China topped the global list with the highest safety score, while Mangaluru, India emerged as the safest city in India, reflecting varying urban safety conditions across regions. BulletsIn The Numbeo Safety Index
The Battle of Plassey was fought on 23 June 1757 near Palashi in Bengal between the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal Siraj-ud-Daulah. Though a short military conflict, it proved decisive. The battle marked the beginning of British political dominance in India and transformed the East India Company from a trading body
The Battle of Plassey was fought on 23 June 1757 near Palashi in Bengal between the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal Siraj-ud-Daulah. Though a short military conflict, it proved decisive. The battle marked the beginning of British political dominance in India and transformed the East India Company from a trading body
26NASA astronaut Sunita Williams retired from the US space agency at the end of December 2025, concluding a 27-year career marked by record-setting missions aboard the International Space Station. NASA confirmed the development on January 20, 2026. Williams, currently visiting India, interacted with students at the American Center, reflecting on her long-duration missions, leadership roles,
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams retired from the US space agency at the end of December 2025, concluding a 27-year career marked by record-setting missions aboard the International Space Station. NASA confirmed the development on January 20, 2026. Williams, currently visiting India, interacted with students at the American Center, reflecting on her long-duration missions, leadership roles,
On 21 January 2026, the Union Cabinet approved a ₹5,000 crore equity infusion into the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI). The decision, taken to be implemented over FY26–FY28, aims to strengthen SIDBI’s capital base, expand affordable credit to MSMEs, maintain capital adequacy, and support employment generation amid rising demand for small-business finance across
On 21 January 2026, the Union Cabinet approved a ₹5,000 crore equity infusion into the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI). The decision, taken to be implemented over FY26–FY28, aims to strengthen SIDBI’s capital base, expand affordable credit to MSMEs, maintain capital adequacy, and support employment generation amid rising demand for small-business finance across
The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) highlights that India’s Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) framework needs strengthening to meet global climate disclosure standards and investor expectations. BulletsIn India’s BRSR framework provides broad ESG coverage but lacks depth in climate-specific transition planning, risking global investor confidence. Weak treatment of supplier emissions, workforce
The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) highlights that India’s Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) framework needs strengthening to meet global climate disclosure standards and investor expectations. BulletsIn India’s BRSR framework provides broad ESG coverage but lacks depth in climate-specific transition planning, risking global investor confidence. Weak treatment of supplier emissions, workforce
Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya will celebrate their Foundation Day on 21 January 2026, marking 54 years since becoming full-fledged states under the North Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act, 1971. BulletsIn Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya attained full statehood on 21 January 1972, transforming from Union Territories or Assam region. Statehood granted political autonomy, legislative powers, administrative control,
Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya will celebrate their Foundation Day on 21 January 2026, marking 54 years since becoming full-fledged states under the North Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act, 1971. BulletsIn Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya attained full statehood on 21 January 1972, transforming from Union Territories or Assam region. Statehood granted political autonomy, legislative powers, administrative control,
India finalised a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with New Zealand on December 22, 2025, after nine months of negotiations, aiming to enhance bilateral trade, investment, and regulatory alignment while respecting sensitive sectors. BulletsIn India eliminated duties on 100% of its exports to New Zealand, removing tariffs on 8,284 tariff lines immediately. Key Indian exports like
India finalised a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with New Zealand on December 22, 2025, after nine months of negotiations, aiming to enhance bilateral trade, investment, and regulatory alignment while respecting sensitive sectors. BulletsIn India eliminated duties on 100% of its exports to New Zealand, removing tariffs on 8,284 tariff lines immediately. Key Indian exports like
Central Information Commission oversees RTI implementation in India, ensuring transparency, accountability, and citizen access to information. BulletsIn Central Information Commission was constituted in 2005 under RTI Act, covering all Central Public Authorities for transparency enforcement nationwide. CIC is a statutory body, not constitutional, functioning independently to protect citizens’ legal right to seek information. Commission consists
Central Information Commission oversees RTI implementation in India, ensuring transparency, accountability, and citizen access to information. BulletsIn Central Information Commission was constituted in 2005 under RTI Act, covering all Central Public Authorities for transparency enforcement nationwide. CIC is a statutory body, not constitutional, functioning independently to protect citizens’ legal right to seek information. Commission consists
29The British administration system in India developed during colonial rule from the 18th to mid-20th century. Implemented to control territory and resources, it introduced centralized governance, modern bureaucracy, and legal frameworks that continue to influence India’s administrative system today. BulletsIn Established a highly centralized authority under the British Crown after 1858, replacing Company
The British administration system in India developed during colonial rule from the 18th to mid-20th century. Implemented to control territory and resources, it introduced centralized governance, modern bureaucracy, and legal frameworks that continue to influence India’s administrative system today. BulletsIn Established a highly centralized authority under the British Crown after 1858, replacing Company
NASA is preparing to launch the Artemis II mission in 2026, marking humanity’s first crewed mission to the Moon since 1972. The mission will send four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft to orbit the Moon, testing deep-space systems and paving the way for future lunar landings. BulletsIn NASA completed the rollout of the Artemis II
NASA is preparing to launch the Artemis II mission in 2026, marking humanity’s first crewed mission to the Moon since 1972. The mission will send four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft to orbit the Moon, testing deep-space systems and paving the way for future lunar landings. BulletsIn NASA completed the rollout of the Artemis II
