The free trade agreement between India and the four European nations bloc (EFTA) has come into force, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on October 1, 2025. This agreement, which was signed in March 2024, is designed to enhance trade, investment, and collaboration between India and the four EFTA nations: Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and […]
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The 11th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) opened on October 2, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, attracting over 3,300 participants from more than 30 countries. With the theme “Innovating for Impact: Accelerating the Future of the Green Economy,” this summit showcases Dubai’s growing reputation as a global leader in climate action and sustainable
In a significant move towards achieving agricultural self-reliance, the Union Cabinet approved a six-year initiative called the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses on October 1, 2025. This program, running from 2025-26 to 2030-31, comes with a hefty budget of ₹11,440 crore, with the goal of ramping up domestic pulses production to 350 lakh tonnes, cutting
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The Indian Navy successfully completed the biannual joint exercise, ‘Jal Prahar 2025,’ in collaboration with the Indian Army. Taking place along India’s eastern coast, this exercise was all about boosting teamwork and operational readiness in amphibious warfare. Spanning from September 16 to 23, 2025, it showcased impressive coordination and tactical skills between the naval and
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The NAVYA initiative, which stands for Nurturing Aspirations through Vocational Training for Young Adolescent Girls, launched in June 2025. This program is a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD). NAVYA is designed to equip adolescent girls aged 16 to 18 with
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The Government of India has rolled out new operational guidelines to set up more than 72,300 public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations throughout the country. This initiative, part of the PM E-DRIVE scheme, is designed to boost the adoption of EVs by enhancing the availability of charging infrastructure. The Heavy Industries Ministry has introduced a
The third edition of Unmesha – International Literature Festival took place in Patna, Bihar, from September 25th to 28th, 2025. This vibrant event gathered writers, poets, scholars, and publishers from 15 different countries, showcasing over 100 languages. The Vice-President of India, Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan, attended the valedictory session as the Chief Guest, marking his first
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The year 2025 is set to be an exciting milestone in India’s quest for cleanliness and better public health through the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM). The annual Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) campaign has grown into a powerful movement, bringing together millions who share a commitment to civic duty. This year’s theme, Swachhotsav, reinforces the country’s
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana, aimed at empowering women in Bihar. Through this initiative, ₹10,000 will be transferred to each of the 75 lakh women using Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), totaling a whopping ₹7,500 crore. This makes it one of the largest DBT programs focused on women in the country.
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A captivating new marine species named Apterichtus kanniyakumari has been found off the coast of Colachel in Tamil Nadu, marking an exciting addition to India’s coastal biodiversity. This species belongs to the Apterichtus genus, commonly known as finless snake eels, and was discovered by a dedicated team from the National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources
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