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Colombia becomes IEA’s 33rd Member country

At its recent ministerial meeting in Paris, the International Energy Agency (IEA) unanimously invited Colombia to become the Agency’s 33rd Member country. It also welcomed progress on India’s request for full membership of the Paris-based energy organisation. India is currently an associate member of the IEA, which works on energy security, global energy policy, climate change, and energy transitions. However, India’s path to full membership is complex because IEA rules Read More …

Poland Plans Exit from Ottawa Convention to Deploy Landmines

Poland has announced a fast-track plan to deploy landmines and signalled its intention to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention, the international agreement banning anti-personnel landmines. The move would clear the way for Poland to produce and deploy anti-personnel mines as part of its defence planning. About the Ottawa Convention Formally known as the Convention on the Prohibition of the Use, Stockpiling, Production and Transfer of Anti-Personnel Mines and on their Read More …

5 stations under Northeast Frontier Railway awarded ‘Eat Right Station’ certification

Five stations under the Northeast Frontier Railway have been awarded the prestigious ‘Eat Right Station’ certification by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Stations Awarded Certification Dimapur Railway Station received certification valid from October 24, 2025, to October 23, 2027. 🧾 Why They Were Certified The recognition followed a comprehensive audit covering: Stations had to meet strict FSSAI standards to qualify. About the Initiative The ‘Eat Right Read More …

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Supreme Court Rejects OCI Plea for NRI Parity in Legal Practice

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a plea by an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) seeking parity with Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) for practising law and obtaining State Bar Council membership. A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi ruled that OCI status does not equal Indian citizenship, which is mandatory for enrolment under Section 24 of the Advocates Act, 1961. Court’s Key Observations About OCI Read More …

Union Finance Minister Launches National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has launched the second phase of the asset monetisation programme for Central ministries and public sector entities in New Delhi. The second phase, prepared by NITI Aayog in consultation with infrastructure ministries, is based on the Asset Monetisation Plan 2025–30 announced in the Union Budget 2025–26. Key Highlights of NMP 2.0 The Finance Minister noted that about 90% of the ₹6 lakh crore target under Read More …

Rooftop Solar Installations Cross 30 Lakh Homes Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced that installation of rooftop solar systems has crossed 30 lakh households since February 2024 under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. Launched by Narendra Modi on 13 February 2024, the scheme aims to provide free electricity to households through subsidized rooftop solar panels, reducing energy costs and boosting renewable energy adoption. Key Highlights of the Scheme Financial Benefits Model Solar Village Component Under the Read More …

Gentoo Penguin Tests Positive for H5N1 Bird Flu on Australian Territory

A Gentoo penguin has become the first bird confirmed to test positive for the H5N1 strain of avian influenza on an Australian territory, with samples showing the virus spreading on Heard Island in the sub-Antarctic region. Earlier Cases on the Island Threat to Endemic Species Experts warn the outbreak could endanger unique bird species found only on Heard Island, including: Losses among these species would have major biodiversity implications because Read More …

NGT Orders Restoration of Suav River’s Status in Uttar Pradesh

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to correct official records and restore the Suav’s classification from a “drain” to a “river” in revenue records and gazetteers. The order came after a petition challenged the classification of the Suav—a major tributary of the Rapti River in Balrampur district—as a nullah (drain). Petitioners cited the 1906 publication Gonda: A Gazetteer, which described the Suav (then called Suwawan) Read More …

Union Health Minister Launches Indigenous Tetanus & Adult Diphtheria (Td) Vaccine

Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda launched India’s indigenously manufactured Tetanus and Adult Diphtheria (Td) Vaccine at the Central Research Institute in Himachal Pradesh. The vaccine has now been introduced for supply under the Universal Immunization Programme, strengthening India’s immunization coverage for adolescents and adults. CRI is set to supply 55 lakh doses by April 2026, with production expected to scale up in the coming years. Background & Global Recommendations Read More …

President Murmu Unveils Bust of C. Rajagopalachari at Rashtrapati Bhavan

President Droupadi Murmu unveiled a bust of C. Rajagopalachari, the first and only Indian Governor-General of independent India, at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The bust has been installed at the Grand Open Staircase near Ashok Mandap, opposite the statue of Mahatma Gandhi, replacing the earlier bust of Edwin Lutyens. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to shed colonial-era symbols and celebrate India’s cultural heritage. Rajaji Utsav & Exhibition Later, the President Read More …

Winter Olympics 2026

The 2026 Winter Olympics, officially the XXV Winter Olympic Games, concluded after 16 days of thrilling competition across multiple venues in Lombardy and northeast Italy. The closing ceremony was held at the historic Verona Arena, marking the end of an action-packed edition that featured dramatic comebacks, intense rivalries, and standout performances. Participation & Highlights Medal Tally Leaders Next Winter Olympics The Olympic flag was passed on to France, where the Read More …

PM Modi Inaugurates Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat RRTS

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and the Meerut Metro route in Meerut, marking a major milestone in high-speed regional connectivity in northern India. The Prime Minister dedicated the entire Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor to the nation and inaugurated the remaining sections, including: Integrated RRTS–Metro System The project integrates the Namo Bharat RRTS with the Meerut Metro, creating a seamless system where: This Read More …