In a landmark development that marks a significant stride toward global collaboration in semiconductor technology, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur and Singapore’s Institute of Microelectronics (IME), a core research entity under the Agency for Science, Technology and Research ...

Serena Williams, one of the most iconic athletes in the history of modern sport, has been awarded the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports 2025, a prestigious Spanish honour that recognises individuals and institutions for excellence and global contribution in various fields, including sports, ...

In a landmark step toward urban transformation, the Government of Odisha has launched a visionary initiative titled ANKUR – Atal Network for Knowledge, Urbanisation and Reforms.Spearheaded by the Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department, ANKUR is envisioned as a strategic platform to ...

Vishwanath Karthikey Padakanti, a 16-year-old boy from Hyderabad, has made history. He is now the youngest India and the second youngest person in the world to finish the famous 7 Summits challenge.This means he climbed the highest mountain on each of the seven continents – a big dream for ...

India’s Mahendra Gurjar made the country proud by setting a world record in the men’s javelin F42 category at the Nottwil World Para Athletics Grand Prix in Switzerland.The 27-year-old athlete won the gold medal with a record-breaking throw, proving his talent and determination. Gurjar made a ...

In a move aimed at strengthening the country’s rail infrastructure and bolstering multi-modal transportation, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 28, 2025, approved two key multi-tracking railway projects.These projects are part of the ...

Nagshankar Temple, located in Biswanath district in northeastern Assam, has been named a model temple for turtle conservation. This recognition was given on May 23, 2025, during a special event held on World Turtle Day.The event celebrated the temple’s important work in protecting turtles, which ...

In a significant step towards green aviation and indigenous technological innovation, India has launched the development of the Electric Hansa (E-HANSA) — a next-generation, two-seater electric trainer aircraft.This initiative was revealed by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State ...

The DRDO inaugurated the Quantum Technology Research Centre (QTRC) at Metcalfe House, Delhi, on May 27, 2025, to accelerate indigenous quantum innovation in areas like quantum communication, atomic timekeeping, and quantum sensing.The centre includes state-of-the-art setups for testing lasers, ...

Kami Rita Sherpa, the iconic Nepali mountaineer, has summited Mount Everest for the 31st time, setting a new world record.The 55-year-old Sherpa, known for his unmatched experience in high-altitude climbing, guided a 22-member Indian Army team via the southeast ridge on May 27, 2025.This historic ...

The Government of India, through the Department of Posts, has launched the ‘Know Your DIGIPIN’ and ‘Know Your PIN Code’ portals to strengthen geospatial governance and address infrastructure under the National Geospatial Policy 2022.While DIGIPIN offers a precise, digital, geo-coded addressing ...

Indian Railways has unveiled its first 9000 HP electric locomotive, flagged off by PM Modi from Dahod, Gujarat. Built in partnership with Siemens India, this single-unit engine will tackle freight congestion, enhance logistics efficiency, and promote Make in India goals.With features like Kavach ...