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PM Narendra Modi Conferred Sri Lanka’s Highest Civilian Honour – Mithra Vibhushana

On April 5, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded Sri Lanka’s highest civilian honour, the Mithra Vibhushana, in recognition of his efforts to strengthen the historic ties between India and Sri Lanka. The award, conferred by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo, includes a citation and a silver medal adorned with Sri Lankan gems. […]

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Kazakhstan’s Major Rare Earth Elements Are Discovered

Kazakhstan has discovered its largest-ever reserve of rare earth metals at the Kuirektykol site in the Karaganda region. With an estimated reserve of 1 million tons and potential reserves exceeding 20 million tons in the broader Zhana Kazakhstan zone.This discovery, located about 300 km southeast of Astana, positions Kazakhstan as a potential major player in

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Warangal Chapata Chilli Receives GI Tag, Boosting Farmer Benefits

The Chapata Chilli (Tomato Chilli) from Warangal, Telangana, has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, benefiting around 20,000 farmers by boosting income and market demand. Known for its bright red color and mild pungency, it is widely used in pickles and as a natural coloring agent. Cultivated for over 80 years across 3,000 hectares in

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India Concludes Senior Asian Wrestling Championship With 10 Medals

India won 10 medals at the 2025 Senior Asian Wrestling Championship in Amman, showcasing strong performances in freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling. Manisha Bhanwala (62kg) won gold, while Deepak Punia (92kg), Udit (61kg), and Reetika Hooda (76kg) secured silver. Six wrestlers, including Antim Pangal (53kg) and Dinesh (125kg), won bronze. The 30-member squad featured top talents

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Andhra Pradesh’s ‘Zero Poverty – P4 Policy’ Initiative

As part of the Swarna Andhra-2047 vision, Andhra Pradesh will launch the ‘Zero Poverty – P4 Policy’ on Ugadi (March 30, 2025) to eradicate poverty by 2047. Based on the ‘P4’ (Public, Private, People Partnership) model, the initiative fosters government-private-public collaboration for sustainable socio-economic development. It focuses on housing, sanitation, tap water, LPG connections, reliable

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Nikhil Singhal Honored with Uttar Pradesh Anmol Ratan Award

Nikhil Singhal, Founder of Vigor Media Worldwide and President of the Noida High Rise Federation, received the Uttar Pradesh Anmol Ratan Award at the Taj Lucknow on March 31, 2025, organized by the Tapasya Foundation Trust. The award, presented by Akhilesh Yadav, recognized his leadership in PR and strategic communication. In his speech, he credited

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Free Bus Service for Women in Jammu & Kashmir

On April 1, 2025, the Jammu and Kashmir government launched a free bus service for women, aimed at promoting gender-inclusive mobility. Flagged off by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, the service allows women to travel for free on smart city e-buses and JKRTC buses across the Union Territory. The initiative includes 200 e-buses in urban areas

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Dalai Lama Honored with Gold Mercury Award for Peace and Sustainability

The Dalai Lama was awarded the Gold Mercury Award for Peace and Sustainability on April 1, 2025, at his residence in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. Presented by Gold Mercury International, a global think tank, the award recognizes his lifelong commitment to non-violence, human dignity, interfaith dialogue, and environmental conservation. This honor comes as the Dalai Lama

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EY Report Projects 6.5% Growth in FY26 For India

The EY Economy Watch report projects India’s GDP growth at 6.5% for FY26, stressing the need for a balanced fiscal strategy that promotes economic expansion while maintaining fiscal prudence. It highlights the importance of government investment in education and healthcare, a higher revenue-to-GDP ratio, and equalization transfers to reduce regional disparities. Achieving the 6.5% growth

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India Records Highest Child Adoptions in 12 Years

India witnessed a record 4,515 child adoptions in FY 2024-25, the highest in 12 years, reflecting strengthened adoption mechanisms, digital transparency, and increased awareness initiatives. The Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) played a key role in streamlining the adoption process by introducing 8,598 newly identified children into the adoption pool, setting up 245 new adoption agencies, and implementing digital

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