Category: National

The International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), in collaboration with Gautam Buddha University (GBU), Greater Noida, and the Union Ministry of Culture, celebrated International Abhidhamma Day on the full moon day of Śharada Pūrṇimā (6–7 October 2025) at Gautam Buddha University. 🔹 About Abhidhamma Day 🔹 Government Recognition of Pali Language

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced that it will provide postal ballot voting facilities for select categories of voters during the upcoming Bihar Legislative Assembly elections and bye-elections in eight Assembly constituencies across six states and the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. 🔹 Legal Provision 🔹 Procedure for Availing the Facility 🔹 Essential Service Voters 🔹 Service Voters

In a historic feat, Project Himank of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has surpassed its own Guinness World Record by constructing the world’s highest motorable road at Mig La Pass, 19,400 feet above sea level in Ladakh.

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah inaugurated India’s first cooperative multi-feed Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant at Kopargaon, in Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra.The plant has been set up at the Maharshi Shankarrao Kolhe Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana, marking a historic step in the cooperative sector’s contribution to India’s green energy transition. Key Highlights 1. First in Cooperative Sugar Sector 2. Feedstock and Process 3. Renewable and Sustainable Energy 4. Read More …

On October 6, 2025, Arunachal Pradesh launched its first commercial coal mine at the Namchik-Namphuk coal block, marking a major step in the state’s industrial and energy development journey. About the Namchik-Namphuk Coal Block Economic and Social Impact National Significance With this development, Arunachal Pradesh officially joins India’s coal production ecosystem, as India — the world’s second-largest coal producer — crossed a record 1 billion tonnes of production in the Read More …

On October 4, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the PM-SETU (Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs) — a ₹60,000 crore centrally sponsored scheme aimed at modernising 1,000 Government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across India. Key Features of PM-SETU Hub-and-Spoke Model Industry Collaboration Diverse Learning Pathways Centres of Excellence First Phase Implementation

The Indian Navy commissioned INS Androth, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at the Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam. Named After Lakshadweep’s Northernmost Island The ship is named after Androth, the northernmost island of the Lakshadweep group, which holds significant historical and strategic importance in India’s maritime domain. The first vessel in this class, INS Arnala, was commissioned in June 2025. Symbol of Indigenous Strength With over 80% indigenous content, Read More …

In a major step toward democratizing access to scientific knowledge, the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) — India’s newest science funding agency — has developed an AI-powered tool called SARAL (Simplified and Automated Research Amplification and Learning). AI for Accessible Science Communication The SARAL platform is designed to generate easy-to-understand summaries of complex scientific research.Using Artificial Intelligence (AI), SARAL will extract key insights from research publications and create videos, podcasts, Read More …

A High-Level Committee (HLC) chaired by Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, has approved several mitigation, recovery, and reconstruction projects across India with a total outlay of ₹4,645.60 crore. Beneficiary States The approved projects will benefit nine states:Assam, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Andhra Pradesh. These projects are aimed at strengthening disaster resilience, improving infrastructure recovery, and ensuring long-term preparedness in Read More …

In a major boost to India’s aerospace manufacturing ecosystem, Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) will establish the country’s first helicopter final assembly line in the private sector at Vemagal, Kolar district, Karnataka. The facility will be dedicated to building the Airbus H125 helicopters. ‘Made in India’ Airbus H125 Helicopter The H125, a light, single-engine helicopter, will be manufactured in India under the ‘Make in India’ initiative. The indigenous production aims Read More …

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh issued a strong warning to Pakistan over the Sir Creek region, reiterating India’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding its territorial integrity. About Sir Creek Sir Creek, originally known as ‘Ban Ganga’, is a 96-kilometre-long tidal estuary along the India–Pakistan border, situated between Gujarat (India) and Sindh (Pakistan). It flows into the Arabian Sea and lies at the heart of a long-standing maritime boundary dispute between the Read More …

The Union Minister for Electronics and IT inaugurated the NIELIT Digital University (NDU) platform in New Delhi, marking a significant step toward democratizing access to high-quality digital education in India. Industry-Focused Learning in Emerging TechnologiesThe NDU platform (ndu.digital) has been developed to provide flexible, employment-oriented learning opportunities in niche areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Semiconductors, and Cloud Computing. It offers virtual labs and digital learning modes to Read More …

The Union Ministry of AYUSH has conferred the prestigious National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Awards 2025 on three eminent personalities for their exceptional contributions to the field of Ayurveda. Awardees Recognised Celebrating Ayurveda’s Rich HeritageInstituted by the Ministry of AYUSH, the National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Awards are among the highest honours in the field of traditional Indian medicine. They celebrate individuals who have significantly contributed to the promotion, preservation, and advancement of Ayurveda Read More …

In an effort to curb road accidents involving electrified vehicles, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has proposed an Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) for all electric cars, buses, and trucks. What is AVAS? Draft Notification Details Need for the System Significance