From May 7 to 9, 2025, India will conduct large-scale civil defence drills across all States and Union Territories. The Ministry of Home Affairs ordered the move after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. The drills aim to boost public readiness and passive defence in the face of rising tensions with
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From May 7 to 9, 2025, India will conduct large-scale civil defence drills across all States and Union Territories. The Ministry of Home Affairs ordered the move after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. The drills aim to boost public readiness and passive defence in the face of rising tensions with
In response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, which killed 26 people, India launched major crackdowns on Pakistan. On May 4, three new measures were added—complete import ban, suspension of mail exchange, and restriction on ship docking—amid ongoing action against Pakistan’s cross-border terrorism support. BulletsIn All imports from Pakistan banned
In response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, which killed 26 people, India launched major crackdowns on Pakistan. On May 4, three new measures were added—complete import ban, suspension of mail exchange, and restriction on ship docking—amid ongoing action against Pakistan’s cross-border terrorism support. BulletsIn All imports from Pakistan banned
A recent study has revealed that over 35,000 people lost their lives in India due to extreme temperatures between 2001 and 2019. The study highlights an upward trend in deaths caused by both heatstroke and cold exposure, with the highest fatalities in states like Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Punjab. Researchers stress the need for
A recent study has revealed that over 35,000 people lost their lives in India due to extreme temperatures between 2001 and 2019. The study highlights an upward trend in deaths caused by both heatstroke and cold exposure, with the highest fatalities in states like Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Punjab. Researchers stress the need for
180The Chalcolithic Age (c. 2000–700 BCE) marked India’s transition from the Neolithic to the Metal Age. It saw the use of both stone and copper tools, emergence of rural farming communities, distinctive pottery, and cultural diversity across regions like Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan. Despite technological advances, limitations in metallurgy and health persisted. BulletsIn Transitional
The Chalcolithic Age (c. 2000–700 BCE) marked India’s transition from the Neolithic to the Metal Age. It saw the use of both stone and copper tools, emergence of rural farming communities, distinctive pottery, and cultural diversity across regions like Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan. Despite technological advances, limitations in metallurgy and health persisted. BulletsIn Transitional
Madhya Pradesh has launched India’s first AI-powered real-time forest alert system. Piloted in five forest divisions, the system uses satellite data, AI, and mobile apps to detect land use changes like deforestation or encroachment. It aims to enhance forest monitoring, quicken responses, and promote sustainable forest management. BulletsIn India’s first AI forest alert system launched
Madhya Pradesh has launched India’s first AI-powered real-time forest alert system. Piloted in five forest divisions, the system uses satellite data, AI, and mobile apps to detect land use changes like deforestation or encroachment. It aims to enhance forest monitoring, quicken responses, and promote sustainable forest management. BulletsIn India’s first AI forest alert system launched
India and the US have finalized a roadmap for a comprehensive Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement (BTIA), covering 19 key chapters. The goal is to expand trade from $200 billion to $500 billion by 2030. However, complex issues such as tariffs, rules of origin (ROO), agriculture, and IPRs demand tough compromises from both sides. BulletsIn
India and the US have finalized a roadmap for a comprehensive Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement (BTIA), covering 19 key chapters. The goal is to expand trade from $200 billion to $500 billion by 2030. However, complex issues such as tariffs, rules of origin (ROO), agriculture, and IPRs demand tough compromises from both sides. BulletsIn
At the WAVES 2025 summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spotlighted India’s “Orange Economy”—the growing creative sector spanning music, films, gaming, animation, and food. He highlighted its rising global influence and announced new initiatives to support digital creators nationwide. BulletsIn Orange Economy includes creative sectors: music, films, gaming, animation, food PM Modi announced focus at WAVES
At the WAVES 2025 summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spotlighted India’s “Orange Economy”—the growing creative sector spanning music, films, gaming, animation, and food. He highlighted its rising global influence and announced new initiatives to support digital creators nationwide. BulletsIn Orange Economy includes creative sectors: music, films, gaming, animation, food PM Modi announced focus at WAVES
On April 29, 2025, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme (GHCI) during a national workshop in New Delhi. Organized by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, the event focused on integrating MSMEs into India’s green hydrogen supply chain, aiming to build transparency and scale the clean energy ecosystem. BulletsIn GHCI
On April 29, 2025, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme (GHCI) during a national workshop in New Delhi. Organized by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, the event focused on integrating MSMEs into India’s green hydrogen supply chain, aiming to build transparency and scale the clean energy ecosystem. BulletsIn GHCI
Launched in 2016, India’s UDAN scheme (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik) has completed 8 years as of April 27, 2025. It aims to make flying affordable and connect Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities with major hubs. The scheme achieved major milestones through government support, fare caps, and industry collaboration. With new expansions planned, UDAN continues to
Launched in 2016, India’s UDAN scheme (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik) has completed 8 years as of April 27, 2025. It aims to make flying affordable and connect Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities with major hubs. The scheme achieved major milestones through government support, fare caps, and industry collaboration. With new expansions planned, UDAN continues to
India is considering allowing Chinese firms to own up to 26% equity in joint ventures for select electronics components. The proposal was discussed between government officials and Indian electronics firms last week. However, overall Chinese investment will remain tightly regulated. The aim is to secure tech transfer and boost domestic manufacturing under the new ₹22,919
India is considering allowing Chinese firms to own up to 26% equity in joint ventures for select electronics components. The proposal was discussed between government officials and Indian electronics firms last week. However, overall Chinese investment will remain tightly regulated. The aim is to secure tech transfer and boost domestic manufacturing under the new ₹22,919
