Indian pharma stocks dropped sharply on September 26 after US President Donald Trump announced 100% tariffs on imported branded and patented medicines starting October 1. The move pressures companies to set up US-based production to avoid penalties. BulletsIn Nifty Pharma index fell 2.54% in early trade Sun Pharma down 5%, hit yearly low at ₹1,547
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Indian pharma stocks dropped sharply on September 26 after US President Donald Trump announced 100% tariffs on imported branded and patented medicines starting October 1. The move pressures companies to set up US-based production to avoid penalties. BulletsIn Nifty Pharma index fell 2.54% in early trade Sun Pharma down 5%, hit yearly low at ₹1,547
The Indian government launched Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) on April 1, 2016. The scheme provides permanent rural homes with basic facilities to poor families. It aims for “Housing for All” in villages by 2029. BulletsIn Launched 2016, target: Housing for All rural India Pucca houses with kitchen, toilet, water, electricity Eligibility: homeless, kutcha houses,
The Indian government launched Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) on April 1, 2016. The scheme provides permanent rural homes with basic facilities to poor families. It aims for “Housing for All” in villages by 2029. BulletsIn Launched 2016, target: Housing for All rural India Pucca houses with kitchen, toilet, water, electricity Eligibility: homeless, kutcha houses,
India’s logistics cost in FY 2023-24 has been pegged at 7.97% of GDP by a DPIIT-cited NCAER report. The estimate, India’s first scientifically derived figure, shows the cost is significantly lower than China’s 14.4% and Indonesia’s 24%. BulletsIn India logistics cost 7.97% of GDP in FY24 China at 14.4%, Indonesia 24%, South Korea 8% Report
India’s logistics cost in FY 2023-24 has been pegged at 7.97% of GDP by a DPIIT-cited NCAER report. The estimate, India’s first scientifically derived figure, shows the cost is significantly lower than China’s 14.4% and Indonesia’s 24%. BulletsIn India logistics cost 7.97% of GDP in FY24 China at 14.4%, Indonesia 24%, South Korea 8% Report
Scientists have confirmed rust formation on the Moon, surprising researchers because the Moon lacks both water and oxygen. The discovery of hematite, an iron-based mineral, was first identified by India’s Chandrayaan-1 mission and later reinforced by NASA studies. BulletsIn Rust seen on Moon’s surface, mostly at poles Hematite mineral linked with iron, oxygen, water reaction
Scientists have confirmed rust formation on the Moon, surprising researchers because the Moon lacks both water and oxygen. The discovery of hematite, an iron-based mineral, was first identified by India’s Chandrayaan-1 mission and later reinforced by NASA studies. BulletsIn Rust seen on Moon’s surface, mostly at poles Hematite mineral linked with iron, oxygen, water reaction
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has cleared Phase-III of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme. It will expand PG and UG medical education capacity, creating 5,000 PG seats and 5,023 MBBS seats by 2028-29. BulletsIn Cabinet approves Phase-III of Centrally Sponsored Scheme 5,000 PG and 5,023 UG (MBBS) seats to be added by
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has cleared Phase-III of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme. It will expand PG and UG medical education capacity, creating 5,000 PG seats and 5,023 MBBS seats by 2028-29. BulletsIn Cabinet approves Phase-III of Centrally Sponsored Scheme 5,000 PG and 5,023 UG (MBBS) seats to be added by
121The “Drain of Wealth” theory explains the massive transfer of India’s resources to Britain during colonial rule. Dadabhai Naoroji first highlighted it in 1867, showing how unfair economic policies caused poverty and stagnation in India. BulletsIn Drain of Wealth = steady transfer of India’s wealth to Britain First highlighted by Dadabhai Naoroji in 1867 Detailed
The “Drain of Wealth” theory explains the massive transfer of India’s resources to Britain during colonial rule. Dadabhai Naoroji first highlighted it in 1867, showing how unfair economic policies caused poverty and stagnation in India. BulletsIn Drain of Wealth = steady transfer of India’s wealth to Britain First highlighted by Dadabhai Naoroji in 1867 Detailed
India’s economy showed signs of cooling in September 2025 after US President Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs took effect. PMI surveys reported weaker manufacturing and services growth, though domestic demand offered some support. BulletsIn US tariffs on India doubled to 50% on 27 Aug 2025 Manufacturing PMI dropped to 58.5 from 59.3 in August Services PMI
India’s economy showed signs of cooling in September 2025 after US President Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs took effect. PMI surveys reported weaker manufacturing and services growth, though domestic demand offered some support. BulletsIn US tariffs on India doubled to 50% on 27 Aug 2025 Manufacturing PMI dropped to 58.5 from 59.3 in August Services PMI
135The Indian Councils Act 1892 was passed by the British Parliament to expand legislative councils in India. It increased Indian participation in governance but offered only limited powers, marking an early step toward representative government. BulletsIn Act passed in 1892 by British Parliament Expanded size of Central and Provincial Legislative Councils Central Council: 10–16 members,
The Indian Councils Act 1892 was passed by the British Parliament to expand legislative councils in India. It increased Indian participation in governance but offered only limited powers, marking an early step toward representative government. BulletsIn Act passed in 1892 by British Parliament Expanded size of Central and Provincial Legislative Councils Central Council: 10–16 members,
India’s manufacturing activity surged in August to its fastest pace since 2008, supported by strong domestic demand, export frontloading, and public infrastructure spending. Core sector output also rose at its sharpest pace in 13 months, signaling industrial resilience despite global uncertainties. BulletsIn Manufacturing PMI rose to 59.3 in August, highest since 2008 PMI up from
India’s manufacturing activity surged in August to its fastest pace since 2008, supported by strong domestic demand, export frontloading, and public infrastructure spending. Core sector output also rose at its sharpest pace in 13 months, signaling industrial resilience despite global uncertainties. BulletsIn Manufacturing PMI rose to 59.3 in August, highest since 2008 PMI up from
Shri Vivekanand Gupta, Regional Provident Fund Commissioner, has been chosen to represent India in the 2025–26 PFAM Program. This is the first time an EPFO officer and an Indian participant have been selected for this global initiative hosted at Bayes Business School, London. BulletsIn Vivekanand Gupta selected for PFAM 2025–26 First EPFO officer, first from
Shri Vivekanand Gupta, Regional Provident Fund Commissioner, has been chosen to represent India in the 2025–26 PFAM Program. This is the first time an EPFO officer and an Indian participant have been selected for this global initiative hosted at Bayes Business School, London. BulletsIn Vivekanand Gupta selected for PFAM 2025–26 First EPFO officer, first from
