The Election Commission of India (ECI), formed in 1950 under Article 324, is a constitutional body that oversees free and fair elections across India. Based in New Delhi, the ECI ensures democratic processes for elections to Parliament, State Assemblies, and top national offices. It currently operates with three members: one Chief Election Commissioner and two
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The Election Commission of India (ECI), formed in 1950 under Article 324, is a constitutional body that oversees free and fair elections across India. Based in New Delhi, the ECI ensures democratic processes for elections to Parliament, State Assemblies, and top national offices. It currently operates with three members: one Chief Election Commissioner and two
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking in Ahmedabad, reaffirmed that self-reliance and Swadeshi are key to India’s progress. Invoking Mahatma Gandhi, he said farmers, fishermen, livestock rearers, and entrepreneurs form the nation’s strength. BulletsIn Modi calls self-reliance base of developed India Invokes Gandhi, praises Swadeshi ideals Criticises decades of dependence on foreign powers Says imports used
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking in Ahmedabad, reaffirmed that self-reliance and Swadeshi are key to India’s progress. Invoking Mahatma Gandhi, he said farmers, fishermen, livestock rearers, and entrepreneurs form the nation’s strength. BulletsIn Modi calls self-reliance base of developed India Invokes Gandhi, praises Swadeshi ideals Criticises decades of dependence on foreign powers Says imports used
The Cabinet has approved the extension of the Fortified Rice Scheme until December 2028. With a budget of ₹17,082 crore, the program aims to fight anaemia and malnutrition by distributing fortified rice and other nutrient-rich foods through key welfare schemes across India. BulletsIn Scheme extended till Dec 2028 Budget allocation ₹17,082 crore Targets anaemia, malnutrition
The Cabinet has approved the extension of the Fortified Rice Scheme until December 2028. With a budget of ₹17,082 crore, the program aims to fight anaemia and malnutrition by distributing fortified rice and other nutrient-rich foods through key welfare schemes across India. BulletsIn Scheme extended till Dec 2028 Budget allocation ₹17,082 crore Targets anaemia, malnutrition
India is alarmed by China’s plan to build the world’s largest hydropower dam in Tibet. Delhi fears the project could cut water flows by up to 85% during dry months, threatening millions downstream. In response, India is fast-tracking its own mega-dam in Arunachal Pradesh to counter risks. BulletsIn China building mega-dam in Tibet, near Indian
India is alarmed by China’s plan to build the world’s largest hydropower dam in Tibet. Delhi fears the project could cut water flows by up to 85% during dry months, threatening millions downstream. In response, India is fast-tracking its own mega-dam in Arunachal Pradesh to counter risks. BulletsIn China building mega-dam in Tibet, near Indian
59The Anglo-Maratha Wars (1775–1818) were fought between the Maratha Empire and the British East India Company. Spread across three conflicts, these wars ended with the dissolution of the Maratha Confederacy and the rise of British control over most of India. BulletsIn First Anglo-Maratha War (1775–1782), began with Treaty of Surat Ended with Treaty of Salbai,
The Anglo-Maratha Wars (1775–1818) were fought between the Maratha Empire and the British East India Company. Spread across three conflicts, these wars ended with the dissolution of the Maratha Confederacy and the rise of British control over most of India. BulletsIn First Anglo-Maratha War (1775–1782), began with Treaty of Surat Ended with Treaty of Salbai,
India is reassessing its 2019 exit from RCEP, the world’s largest trade bloc of 15 countries. Internal talks are underway as US tariffs disrupt global supply chains and China signals a thaw in trade ties. BulletsIn India weighing return to RCEP, left in Nov 2019 Bloc covers 32.6% of global GDP, 2.35 billion people Includes
India is reassessing its 2019 exit from RCEP, the world’s largest trade bloc of 15 countries. Internal talks are underway as US tariffs disrupt global supply chains and China signals a thaw in trade ties. BulletsIn India weighing return to RCEP, left in Nov 2019 Bloc covers 32.6% of global GDP, 2.35 billion people Includes
As of August 2025, banks have sanctioned ₹62,791 crore in loans under the Stand-Up India Scheme. Launched in April 2016, the scheme promotes entrepreneurship among SC, ST, and women by providing financial support for new businesses. BulletsIn Loans worth ₹62,791 crore sanctioned till Aug 2025 Total 2,75,291 beneficiaries, majority first-time entrepreneurs Scheme launched April 5,
As of August 2025, banks have sanctioned ₹62,791 crore in loans under the Stand-Up India Scheme. Launched in April 2016, the scheme promotes entrepreneurship among SC, ST, and women by providing financial support for new businesses. BulletsIn Loans worth ₹62,791 crore sanctioned till Aug 2025 Total 2,75,291 beneficiaries, majority first-time entrepreneurs Scheme launched April 5,
India is planning new factory clusters, structural reforms, and incentives to strengthen manufacturing and counter the impact of US tariffs. The measures aim to create jobs, boost exports, and expand domestic consumption, while pushing India toward its $10 trillion economy goal by 2047. BulletsIn Govt discussing factory clusters near ports, roads, rail hubs Focus on
India is planning new factory clusters, structural reforms, and incentives to strengthen manufacturing and counter the impact of US tariffs. The measures aim to create jobs, boost exports, and expand domestic consumption, while pushing India toward its $10 trillion economy goal by 2047. BulletsIn Govt discussing factory clusters near ports, roads, rail hubs Focus on
During Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi’s Delhi visit, India and China agreed to resume trade, flights, and cultural exchanges. Both sides pledged to work on resolving the Himalayan border dispute, amid tensions from Trump’s tariff policies. BulletsIn Trade ties to resume, direct flights restarted Visas for journalists, cultural, business exchanges agreed Modi, Wang stress respect
During Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi’s Delhi visit, India and China agreed to resume trade, flights, and cultural exchanges. Both sides pledged to work on resolving the Himalayan border dispute, amid tensions from Trump’s tariff policies. BulletsIn Trade ties to resume, direct flights restarted Visas for journalists, cultural, business exchanges agreed Modi, Wang stress respect
India announced bold space goals. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh told Parliament that India will build its own space station by 2035 and send astronauts to the Moon by 2040. The plan marks a major step toward the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047. BulletsIn Indigenous Bharatiya Antariksh Station target 2035 Crewed Moon landing target
India announced bold space goals. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh told Parliament that India will build its own space station by 2035 and send astronauts to the Moon by 2040. The plan marks a major step toward the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047. BulletsIn Indigenous Bharatiya Antariksh Station target 2035 Crewed Moon landing target
