Sudarsan Pattnaik Creates History! First Indian to Win Russia Grand Sand Master Cup 2026
Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik from Puri, Odisha, became the first Indian to win the prestigious Russia Grand Sand Master…
NIUA Marks 50 Years of Urban Transformation; Launches National Urban Learning Platform
The National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA), the premier urban policy think tank under the Ministry of Housing and Urban…
National Biodiversity Authority Reconstitutes Agrobiodiversity Expert Committee; Padma Shri Dr P L Gautam Appointed Chair
The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has reconstituted its Expert Committee on Agrobiodiversity for a period of one year under Section…
Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth Appointed as Chief of Army Staff, To Take Charge on June 30, 2026
The Government of India has appointed Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, as the next Chief of Army Staff…
India Joins Elite Group as DRDO Successfully Tests Ballistic Missile Defence System and NASM-M
India has achieved a major milestone in defence technology as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully demonstrated critical…
Rajnath Singh Inaugurates Advanced Weapon System Complex at DRDL Hyderabad, Highlights Mission Sudarshan Chakra
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Advanced Weapon System Complex at the Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), part of…
World Bank Cuts Global Growth Forecast to 2.5% as West Asia Conflict Triggers Energy Shock
The World Bank has lowered its global economic growth forecast for 2026 to 2.5 per cent, citing the escalating conflict…
RBI Imposes Restrictions on Mogaveera Co-operative Bank, Caps Withdrawals at ₹1 Lakh
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed multiple restrictions on Mumbai-based Mogaveera Co-operative Bank due to its deteriorating financial…
Rajasthan’s Legendary Maand Singer Gavri Devi Passes Away
Rajasthan’s renowned Maand singer Gavri Devi, passed away at the age of 98 at her residence in Pali. Revered as…
QCI and FDDI Sign MoU to Strengthen Quality, Testing and Skilling in India’s Leather and Footwear Sector
The Quality Council of India (QCI) and the Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding…
DFS Secretary Sanjay Lohiya Appointed to RBI and SBI Central Boards
The Government of India has nominated Sanjay Lohiya, Secretary of the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, as…
RBI Proposes Unified Framework for Banks’ Risk, Compliance and Internal Audit Functions
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released a draft framework aimed at strengthening governance and oversight mechanisms in banks…
Kane Williamson Announces Retirement from International Cricket
Former New Zealand captain and World Test Championship-winning skipper Kane Williamson has announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate…
Indian Shooting Legend and Coach Jaspal Rana Passes Away
Legendary shooter and renowned coach Jaspal Rana passed away following cardiac complications that developed during his return journey from the…
IIT Madras to Showcase Deep-Tech Innovations at Bharat Innovates 2026 in France
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) is set to participate in Bharat Innovates 2026, an international technology showcase…
BHAVYA Portal Launched to Accelerate Industrial Development Across India
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal launched the BHAVYA Portal in New Delhi. The portal marks the operational beginning…
Nvidia Signs Major AI Data Centre Partnerships with South Korean Companies
In a significant move to strengthen its presence in the global artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem, U.S.-based chipmaker Nvidia has entered…
Russian Teenager Mirra Andreeva Wins French Open 2026
Russian tennis star Mirra Andreeva captured her first Grand Slam title by winning the women’s singles championship at the French…
Kumar Shanker Appointed Managing Director of Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL)
Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has appointed Kumar Shanker as its new Managing Director (MD). He succeeds Kamal Kishore Chatiwal following…
Alexander Zverev Wins First Grand Slam Title at French Open 2026
In a historic breakthrough, Alexander Zverev captured his maiden Grand Slam title by winning the French Open 2026 at Roland…
RBI Simplifies FPI Investment Rules in Government Securities
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced significant changes to the investment framework for Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) in…
Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary, Surha Tal Becomes India’s 100th Ramsar Site
On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, India achieved a major milestone by adding the Jai Prakash Narayan Bird…
India Shine at U-18 Asia Cup 2026: Men Win Gold, Women Secure Bronze
India’s young hockey stars delivered an outstanding performance at the U-18 Asia Cup 2026, with the men’s team winning the…
SpaceX Signs $30 Billion Computing Infrastructure Deal with Google
Google has entered into a long-term agreement with SpaceX for access to large-scale computing infrastructure. The deal, valued at nearly…
R Praggnanandhaa Creates History, Becomes First Indian to Win Norway Chess Title
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa scripted history by becoming the first Indian ever to win the prestigious Norway Chess title. The…
Neelkanth Mishra Appointed India’s Executive Director at the World Bank
The Government of India has appointed noted economist Neelkanth Mishra as India’s Executive Director at the World Bank headquarters in…
RBI Proposes Revised Deposit Rate Framework; Seeks Greater Transparency in Deposit Pricing
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released draft directions proposing a revised framework for interest rates on deposits, aimed…
RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, announces forex measures to attract dollars
In a move aimed at strengthening foreign exchange inflows and supporting the Indian rupee, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)…
IFC Commits $50 Million to Hygenco to Accelerate Green Hydrogen Development in India
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has committed $50 million to Hygenco Green Energies…
World Environment Day 2026: Date, Theme, History, Host Country and Significance
World Environment Day is celebrated every year on June 5 to encourage global awareness and action for the protection of…