Category: National

On the occasion of World Obesity Day observed on March 4, the World Obesity Federation released the World Obesity Atlas 2026 highlighting a worrying rise in childhood obesity in India. According to the report, nearly 15 million children aged 5–9 years and more than 26 million children aged 10–19 years in India were overweight or obese in 2025. The global body warned that the world is unlikely to meet the Read More …

An indigenously developed 30 kW Wide Band Gap (WBG)-based Integrated Drive System (IDS) for electric vehicle (EV) applications was launched in Chennai on 2 March, marking a significant step in strengthening India’s power electronics ecosystem. The advanced drive system has been developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Thiruvananthapuram, in collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Lucas TVS under the National Mission on Read More …

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed two major contracts worth ₹5,083 crore to strengthen the operational capabilities of the Indian Coast Guard and the Indian Navy. ₹2,901 Crore Deal for ALH Mk-III (Maritime Role) The MoD has signed a ₹2,901 crore contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Bengaluru for the procurement of six Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) Mk-III in the Maritime Role (MR) configuration for the Indian Coast Guard. Read More …

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 28 February launched the nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination Campaign for 14-year-old girls from Ajmer, Rajasthan, marking a historic milestone in India’s fight against cervical cancer. India’s HPV Vaccination Programme India’s national programme uses Gardasil-4 (Quadrivalent: HPV types 6, 11, 16, 18) in a single-dose schedule, aligned with global scientific evidence and WHO recommendations. The campaign will cover girls aged 14 years (those who Read More …

The Government of West Bengal has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with German federal enterprise Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) and the State Mission for Clean Ganga (SMCG) to undertake integrated development and restoration of the Ichhamati and Jalangi river basins. The initiative aims to address ecological degradation and strengthen sustainable water management in the upper Ganga delta region of the state. Strategic Importance of the River Systems Read More …

Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted three successive flight-trials of Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur off the coast of Odisha. These tests were carried out to revalidate the capability of VSHORADS missile system in neutralising high-speed threats flying at varying speed, range, and altitude. VSHORADS is a Man Portable Air Defence system designed and developed indigenously by Research Center Read More …

The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) has announced the winners of the Cyber Security Grand Challenge 2.0 (CSGC 2.0), a flagship initiative conducted in collaboration with the Data Security Council of India (DSCI). The programme aims to strengthen India’s cyber security ecosystem by fostering innovation and building expertise in critical technology domains. ₹6.85 Crore Prize Pool to Boost Innovation With a combined prize pool of ₹6.85 crore, CSGC Read More …

The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), under NITI Aayog, has launched the first State Innovation Mission (SIM) in Tripura as part of the AIM 2.0 programme. Key Highlights 1. First SIM in the Country 2. Long-Term Institutional Mechanism Objectives of the State Innovation Mission

The fourth ship of the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft project, INS Anjadip, was formally commissioned into the Indian Navy at an official ceremony held at the Chennai Port on Thursday. Named After Historic Island INS Anjadip is named after the historic island near Karwar, located off India’s western coast. The warship is part of a specialised fleet designed for anti-submarine warfare in shallow littoral waters. Key Features of INS Read More …

President Droupadi Murmu witnessed the Indian Air Force’s mega airpower demonstration ‘Vayu Shakti–2026’ at the Pokhran Firing Range in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan on Thursday. Integrated Combat Simulation The exercise followed a structured operational storyline simulating a live, integrated combat theatre. It showcased the courage, dedication, and professional excellence of the Indian Air Force through coordinated air operations. Demonstration of Precision Strike Capability The primary objective of Vayu Shakti–2026 was to demonstrate Read More …

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav inaugurated the Silver Jubilee edition of the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS), organised by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI). During the event, he also launched Him‑CONNECT, a dedicated platform created by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) to promote climate-focused innovation in Himalayan and mountain regions. About Him-CONNECT Him-CONNECT aims to bridge the gap between science Read More …

 The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed that all coffee–chicory mixtures must contain at least 51% coffee by mass, with the exact percentage of coffee and chicory clearly mentioned on the label. From July 1, 2026, manufacturers will be required to prominently display the percentage composition on the front of the pack, ensuring greater transparency for consumers.  Product Standards Under the revised norms: The move is Read More …

The Southern Air Command of the Indian Air Force successfully conducted a high-tempo joint maritime exercise named ‘Kalari Leap’ in the Lakshadweep and Minicoy archipelago. The exercise was aimed at validating joint planning, rapid force projection, and precise operational execution in complex maritime environments.  Focus on Maritime Preparedness ‘Kalari Leap’ tested Southern Air Command’s capability to: The drills reinforced readiness in safeguarding India’s island territories and surrounding sea lanes.  Multi-Agency Read More …

The Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways recently aunched the upgraded RAJMARG PRAVESH web portal for hassle-free obtaining of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for fuel stations. Source: PIB