The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that Asia is heating almost twice as fast as the global average. Its latest State of the Climate in Asia report states that 2024 was one of the region’s hottest years on record, with severe heatwaves, glacier loss, and marine heat extremes. India faced over 450 heat-related deaths,
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The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that Asia is heating almost twice as fast as the global average. Its latest State of the Climate in Asia report states that 2024 was one of the region’s hottest years on record, with severe heatwaves, glacier loss, and marine heat extremes. India faced over 450 heat-related deaths,
India is seeking more equitable terms in the ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement (AITIGA) due to a widening trade deficit. Despite India’s lower per capita income, it opened 71% of tariff lines, while some ASEAN members opened far fewer. India flagged this asymmetry during ongoing FTA review talks, calling for better balance, transparency, and safeguards for
India is seeking more equitable terms in the ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement (AITIGA) due to a widening trade deficit. Despite India’s lower per capita income, it opened 71% of tariff lines, while some ASEAN members opened far fewer. India flagged this asymmetry during ongoing FTA review talks, calling for better balance, transparency, and safeguards for
On June 21, 2025, the Union government announced a Centre of Excellence (CoE) to tackle growing human-wildlife conflicts. Set up at WII–SACON, the centre will use AI, train personnel, and promote public awareness. The move follows rising deaths due to tiger and elephant attacks in multiple states. The initiative builds on earlier advisories and aims
On June 21, 2025, the Union government announced a Centre of Excellence (CoE) to tackle growing human-wildlife conflicts. Set up at WII–SACON, the centre will use AI, train personnel, and promote public awareness. The move follows rising deaths due to tiger and elephant attacks in multiple states. The initiative builds on earlier advisories and aims
100On June 7, 2024, SECI issued a major tender for 7.24 lakh tonnes of green ammonia annually to fuel 13 fertilizer plants. This move under the National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to reduce emissions, cut import dependence, and boost domestic clean energy. Bids are open till June 26, 2025. BulletsIn SECI invites bids for 7.24
On June 7, 2024, SECI issued a major tender for 7.24 lakh tonnes of green ammonia annually to fuel 13 fertilizer plants. This move under the National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to reduce emissions, cut import dependence, and boost domestic clean energy. Bids are open till June 26, 2025. BulletsIn SECI invites bids for 7.24
In Karnataka’s Yadgir district, 39,132 unemployed youth have received ₹11.70 lakh under the Yuva Nidhi scheme. The state-run program offers monthly allowances to unemployed graduates and diploma holders through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The initiative aims to support job-seeking youth and bridge the gap between education and employment. BulletsIn ₹11.70 lakh disbursed to 39,132 jobless
In Karnataka’s Yadgir district, 39,132 unemployed youth have received ₹11.70 lakh under the Yuva Nidhi scheme. The state-run program offers monthly allowances to unemployed graduates and diploma holders through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The initiative aims to support job-seeking youth and bridge the gap between education and employment. BulletsIn ₹11.70 lakh disbursed to 39,132 jobless
76The Dutch East India Company, or VOC, began operations in India in 1605 with a factory in Masulipatnam. Backed by the Dutch government, it rose as a major trading power by outpacing the Portuguese in the 17th century. Though commercially successful for decades, it was defeated in key battles and declined by the late 18th
The Dutch East India Company, or VOC, began operations in India in 1605 with a factory in Masulipatnam. Backed by the Dutch government, it rose as a major trading power by outpacing the Portuguese in the 17th century. Though commercially successful for decades, it was defeated in key battles and declined by the late 18th
283The Mughal Empire began declining after Aurangzeb’s death in 1707 CE. A mix of military failures, weak rulers, rising regional powers, and British colonial entry led to its fall. By 1857, with the exile of Bahadur Shah II, British rule fully replaced the Mughals. BulletsIn • Empire declined rapidly after Aurangzeb’s death in 1707 CE
The Mughal Empire began declining after Aurangzeb’s death in 1707 CE. A mix of military failures, weak rulers, rising regional powers, and British colonial entry led to its fall. By 1857, with the exile of Bahadur Shah II, British rule fully replaced the Mughals. BulletsIn • Empire declined rapidly after Aurangzeb’s death in 1707 CE
On May 15, 2025, the UN’s mid-year World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) report projected India to grow at 6.3% this fiscal year. Despite a global slowdown and revised projections, India’s growth remains highest among major economies. Strong consumption, investment, and exports are driving this momentum. BulletsIn • India to grow at 6.3% in FY2025,
On May 15, 2025, the UN’s mid-year World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) report projected India to grow at 6.3% this fiscal year. Despite a global slowdown and revised projections, India’s growth remains highest among major economies. Strong consumption, investment, and exports are driving this momentum. BulletsIn • India to grow at 6.3% in FY2025,
On May 13, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu invoked Article 143 to seek the Supreme Court’s advice on Governors’ powers over State Bills. The move follows the Court’s criticism of the Tamil Nadu Governor’s delay in assenting to Bills. The Reference raises 14 constitutional questions, aiming to resolve long-standing legal ambiguities. BulletsIn • President invokes Article
On May 13, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu invoked Article 143 to seek the Supreme Court’s advice on Governors’ powers over State Bills. The move follows the Court’s criticism of the Tamil Nadu Governor’s delay in assenting to Bills. The Reference raises 14 constitutional questions, aiming to resolve long-standing legal ambiguities. BulletsIn • President invokes Article
On May 16, 2025, India announced its first space-based biological experiments aboard the ISS via the AXIOM-4 mission. Led by ISRO and DBT under the BioE3 Policy, the experiments will test microalgae and cyanobacteria behavior in microgravity. The aim is to explore long-term human sustainability and food security in space. BulletsIn India to send biological
On May 16, 2025, India announced its first space-based biological experiments aboard the ISS via the AXIOM-4 mission. Led by ISRO and DBT under the BioE3 Policy, the experiments will test microalgae and cyanobacteria behavior in microgravity. The aim is to explore long-term human sustainability and food security in space. BulletsIn India to send biological
