The Regulating Act of 1773, passed by the British Parliament, marked the first formal step to regulate the East India Company. Triggered by corruption, financial crisis, and famine in Bengal, it introduced centralized governance, judicial reforms, and parliamentary oversight. Though significant, the Act had key flaws, leading to the Amending Act of 1781. BulletsIn First
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The Regulating Act of 1773, passed by the British Parliament, marked the first formal step to regulate the East India Company. Triggered by corruption, financial crisis, and famine in Bengal, it introduced centralized governance, judicial reforms, and parliamentary oversight. Though significant, the Act had key flaws, leading to the Amending Act of 1781. BulletsIn First
India’s crop contribution to agriculture GDP declined to 54.1% in 2023–24, the lowest in over a decade. Cereals like wheat and paddy saw major declines, while livestock products such as milk and meat rose sharply. Fishing and spice exports also gained share. This shift signals changing food demand patterns and evolving rural economics. BulletsIn Crop
India’s crop contribution to agriculture GDP declined to 54.1% in 2023–24, the lowest in over a decade. Cereals like wheat and paddy saw major declines, while livestock products such as milk and meat rose sharply. Fishing and spice exports also gained share. This shift signals changing food demand patterns and evolving rural economics. BulletsIn Crop
From July 1, Delhi will start seizing old, polluting vehicles—called End-of-Life (EOL) vehicles—to curb air pollution. Vehicles older than 15 years (petrol) or 10 years (diesel) will be impounded if found at fuel stations or public places. Automated cameras at 500 fuel stations will help identify them. Owners face fines of up to ₹10,000, along
From July 1, Delhi will start seizing old, polluting vehicles—called End-of-Life (EOL) vehicles—to curb air pollution. Vehicles older than 15 years (petrol) or 10 years (diesel) will be impounded if found at fuel stations or public places. Automated cameras at 500 fuel stations will help identify them. Owners face fines of up to ₹10,000, along
In a pioneering conservation effort, NHAI has unveiled a 12-km wildlife corridor on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. The segment passes through the buffer zone of the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan. Built with eco-sensitive design, it features five overpasses, one 1.2-km underpass, and extensive green measures. The corridor aims to reduce roadkill, ensure safe wildlife movement,
In a pioneering conservation effort, NHAI has unveiled a 12-km wildlife corridor on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. The segment passes through the buffer zone of the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan. Built with eco-sensitive design, it features five overpasses, one 1.2-km underpass, and extensive green measures. The corridor aims to reduce roadkill, ensure safe wildlife movement,
On 24 June 2025, the Indian Government launched NAVYA in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh. This new initiative aims to skill girls aged 16–18 in non-traditional sectors through vocational training. It’s a joint pilot by the Ministry of Women and Child Development and the Ministry of Skill Development, aligned with the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision. BulletsIn Targets girls
On 24 June 2025, the Indian Government launched NAVYA in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh. This new initiative aims to skill girls aged 16–18 in non-traditional sectors through vocational training. It’s a joint pilot by the Ministry of Women and Child Development and the Ministry of Skill Development, aligned with the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision. BulletsIn Targets girls
77The East India Company, formed in 1600 by British traders, started as a trading enterprise but gradually took control of large parts of India. It began with coastal factories and evolved into a colonial authority through wars, diplomacy, and strategic alliances. Its rule ended in 1858 after the British Crown took direct control. BulletsIn Formed
The East India Company, formed in 1600 by British traders, started as a trading enterprise but gradually took control of large parts of India. It began with coastal factories and evolved into a colonial authority through wars, diplomacy, and strategic alliances. Its rule ended in 1858 after the British Crown took direct control. BulletsIn Formed
Despite global headwinds, S&P Global Ratings has raised India’s GDP growth forecast for FY26 to 6.5%. The revision reflects expected normal monsoons, lower crude oil prices, monetary easing, and strong domestic demand. This comes amid geopolitical tensions and concerns over global trade disruption. BulletsIn S&P revises India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast to 6.5% Previous projection
Despite global headwinds, S&P Global Ratings has raised India’s GDP growth forecast for FY26 to 6.5%. The revision reflects expected normal monsoons, lower crude oil prices, monetary easing, and strong domestic demand. This comes amid geopolitical tensions and concerns over global trade disruption. BulletsIn S&P revises India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast to 6.5% Previous projection
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) will conduct India’s first All-India Household Income Survey in 2026. The survey aims to capture income patterns, assess tech impact on earnings, and improve data for welfare policymaking. A Technical Expert Group led by economist Surjit Bhalla will oversee the methodology. BulletsIn India’s first household income survey
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) will conduct India’s first All-India Household Income Survey in 2026. The survey aims to capture income patterns, assess tech impact on earnings, and improve data for welfare policymaking. A Technical Expert Group led by economist Surjit Bhalla will oversee the methodology. BulletsIn India’s first household income survey
On June 25, 2025, Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will launch on his maiden spaceflight as the pilot of the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station. The SpaceX Crew Dragon will carry him and three astronauts for a 14-day scientific mission involving cutting-edge experiments in biology, space medicine, agriculture, and more. BulletsIn
On June 25, 2025, Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will launch on his maiden spaceflight as the pilot of the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station. The SpaceX Crew Dragon will carry him and three astronauts for a 14-day scientific mission involving cutting-edge experiments in biology, space medicine, agriculture, and more. BulletsIn
Articles 163 and 164 of the Indian Constitution define the formation, functioning, and limitations of the Council of Ministers (CoM) in Indian states. These articles explain how the Chief Minister and other ministers are appointed, how they advise the Governor, and their collective responsibility to the state legislature. They also set a cap on the
Articles 163 and 164 of the Indian Constitution define the formation, functioning, and limitations of the Council of Ministers (CoM) in Indian states. These articles explain how the Chief Minister and other ministers are appointed, how they advise the Governor, and their collective responsibility to the state legislature. They also set a cap on the
