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India Shines at 2025 ISSF World Cup Lima with 7 Medals, Finishes Third Overall

India delivered a stellar performance at the 2025 ISSF World Cup in Lima, Peru (April 13–22), clinching 7 medals—2 Gold, 4 Silver, and 1 Bronze—to finish third in the overall medal tally behind China and the USA.Standout shooters like Suruchi Singh (Women’s 10m Air Pistol, Mixed Team with Saurabh Chaudhary) and Manu Bhaker helped secure […]

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Pink E-Rickshaw Initiative: Empowering Women through Green Mobility

The Pink E-Rickshaw Initiative, launched by Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, empowers women (aged 20–50)—especially widows, divorcees, and low-income groups—by providing 10,000 electric rickshaws across 8 districts, following a successful pilot in Pune.With ₹1 lakh in subsidies (₹25,000 Central + ₹75,000 State), 10% down payment, and 70% low-interest bank loans, the scheme ensures affordable ownership.Supported

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MeitY Launches ‘I Am Circular’ Coffee Table Book

The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY), in collaboration with the International Council for Circular Economy (ICCE), launched the ‘I Am Circular’ Coffee Table Book on 23 April 2025, showcasing 30 groundbreaking Indian innovations in the circular economy.Curated around core themes—Design to Last, Work with Nature, and Use Existing Resources—the book highlights innovations like e-waste

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UNESCO Names 16 New Global Geoparks

On April 17, 2025, UNESCO added 16 new Global Geoparks, bringing the total to 229 across 50 countries, covering 855,000 km².These geoparks span Asia, Europe, Africa, and Latin America, showcasing exceptional geological heritage—from volcanic formations and fossil sites to glacial landscapes.Notable new entries include Mt Paektu (North Korea), Kanbula (China), Arran (UK), and Tungurahua Volcano

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50 Years of Aryabhata Satellite: A Milestone in India’s Space Odyssey

Aryabhata, launched on April 19, 1975, was India’s first indigenously developed satellite, marking a historic milestone in the nation’s space journey.Developed by ISRO with a team of just 25 engineers, it was launched aboard the Soviet Kosmos-3M rocket from Kapustin Yar, Russia, due to India’s lack of indigenous launch capabilities.Named after the 5th-century mathematician and

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Oscar Piastri Wins 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Oscar Piastri clinched his third win of the 2025 season at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix held on April 20, 2025, at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, overtaking Max Verstappen in the Drivers’ Championship standings.Piastri, driving for McLaren, capitalized on a 5-second penalty for Verstappen, finishing with a time of 1:21:06.758. Verstappen and Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)

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Priyanka Chopra, Ang Lee, Megan Thee Stallion to Be Honoured at 4th Annual Gold House Gold Gala

The 4th Annual Gold House Gold Gala will take place on May 10, 2025, at the Music Centre, Los Angeles, celebrating cultural changemakers under the theme “First Light”, which honors pioneers who’ve opened paths for others.Priyanka Chopra will receive the inaugural Global Vanguard Honor for her impactful 25-year career bridging Bollywood and Hollywood.Other honorees include

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India’s Largest Cruise Terminal – Mumbai International Cruise Terminal (MICT) Begins Operations

India’s largest cruise terminal, the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal (MICT), was inaugurated by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on April 21, 2025, marking a major boost to cruise tourism and maritime infrastructure.With an annual capacity of 1 million passengers and the ability to handle five ships simultaneously, the Rs 556 crore terminal supports ships up to

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Pahalgam Terror Attack Coward Attack by Terrorists on Tourists

On April 22, 2025, a terrorist attack in Baisaran, Pahalgam (Anantnag, South Kashmir) claimed 26 lives and injured many, targeting tourists during the peak season in a major blow to J&K’s tourism revival.The attackers, believed to be 2–3 terrorists, opened indiscriminate fire at the scenic, foot-access-only meadow.This first such tourist-targeted attack in 2025 has triggered

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SJVN Releases ₹269.97 Cr Land Compensation for 3,097 MW Etalin Hydro Power Project in Arunachal Pradesh

SJVN Ltd has released ₹269.97 crore as land compensation for the 3,097 MW Etalin Hydro Electric Project in Dibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh, marking a crucial step in India’s renewable energy expansion.Announced on March 26, 2025, the payment supports the development of two dams on the Dri and Talo Rivers and an underground powerhouse, with project

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