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Kerala to Be Declared India’s First Extreme Poverty-Free State

In a landmark moment for India’s social development narrative, Kerala is set to become the first state to be officially declared “free of extreme poverty.” The announcement will be made by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on November 1, 2025, during a public event at Central Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. This declaration highlights the state’s sustained focus […]

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Chennai Becomes First City to Launch Real-Time Flood Forecasting System

In a major step toward strengthening urban disaster management, Chennai has become the first Indian city to fully implement a Real-Time Flood Forecasting and Spatial Decision Support System (RTFF & SDSS). Operational since October 2025, this system significantly enhances Chennai’s capability to predict, manage, and respond to urban floods, marking a milestone in climate resilience

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Neeraj Chopra Honoured as Lieutenant Colonel in Territorial Army

Neeraj Chopra, India’s iconic javelin thrower and two-time Olympic medallist, has added another feather to his cap — he has been conferred the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army. This honour not only recognises his extraordinary sporting achievements but also his embodiment of discipline, dedication, and national pride. The announcement marks a

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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Atlas Browser for Mac Users

In a bold expansion of its AI ecosystem, OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Atlas, a full-featured AI-powered web browser for macOS. Unlike traditional browsers, Atlas brings ChatGPT’s intelligence directly into the browsing experience, providing contextual assistance, memory-based continuity, and even task automation via its new Agent mode. This marks OpenAI’s most direct move into the web

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INS Sahyadri Joins India-Japan Maritime Exercise JAIMEX 25

Marking another milestone in the expanding India-Japan defence partnership, the Indian Navy’s INS Sahyadri has arrived at Yokosuka, Japan, to participate in the Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JAIMEX) 2025. The high-level bilateral naval drill, conducted from October 16–17, signifies deepening defence cooperation and strategic alignment between the two Indo-Pacific democracies. The exercise comes amid growing maritime

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SAIME Aquaculture Model from Sundarbans Earns FAO Global Recognition

In a prestigious endorsement of India’s green innovation, the Sustainable Aquaculture in Mangrove Ecosystems (SAIME) model—developed by the Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS)—has received Global Technical Recognition from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. This award places the Sundarbans region on the global map for pioneering a climate-adaptive, conservation-linked aquaculture

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India Rises to 9th Globally in Forest Area, Retains 3rd Rank in Annual Forest Gain

India has risen to the 9th position globally in total forest area and continues to hold the 3rd spot for annual forest gain, according to the Global Forest Resources Assessment (GFRA) 2025 by FAO. This achievement highlights the success of government initiatives under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, including afforestation, forest protection, and the popular ‘Ek Ped Ma Ke Naam’ campaign, reflecting strong community participation and commitment

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Bathou Religion Gets Separate Census Code in Assam

In a landmark move ahead of the upcoming national census, the Bathou religion, practiced by the Bodo community of Assam, has been granted a separate code—a first-time recognition of its religious identity at the national level. This official acknowledgment marks a significant step toward preserving and promoting the cultural and spiritual heritage of one of

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Masako Nozawa Becomes First Voice Actor Honored by Japan

In a landmark moment for the anime and entertainment industry, Masako Nozawa, the legendary voice behind Son Goku from the Dragon Ball franchise, has been selected as one of the 2025 Persons of Cultural Merit honorees in Japan. This makes her the first voice actor ever to receive this prestigious cultural award, marking a turning

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Rajnath Singh Inaugurates Titanium Plant for Defence in Lucknow

In a major leap toward strategic material independence, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Titanium and Superalloy Materials Plant at the Strategic Materials Technology Complex of PTC Industries in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. This facility is expected to play a pivotal role in India’s mission for Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India), especially in critical sectors like defence,

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