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Padma Awards 2025 Announced, Check Complete Winners List

Padma Awards 2025 Announced, Check Complete Winners List

The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields …

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Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) Notified, To be Effective from April 1, 2025

The Finance Ministry has officially notified the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) under the National Pension System (NPS), which will come into effect from April 1, 2025. This new scheme has the potential to benefit approximately 23 lakh government employees by providing enhanced pension benefits and a comprehensive retirement package. Key Features of the Unified Pension …

Madison Keys Wins Australian Open 2025 Women’s Champion

Madison Keys Wins Australian Open 2025 Women’s Champion

Madison Keys, the 29-year-old American tennis star, has made history by clinching her first-ever Grand Slam title at the 2025 Australian Open. In a nail-biting final, she defeated two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka with a scoreline of 6-3, 2-6, 7-5 in Melbourne. This victory has cemented her position as one of the most remarkable players …

Thailand Celebrates Marriage Equality Milestone

Thailand Celebrates Marriage Equality Milestone

On January 23, 2025, Thailand became the first Southeast Asian nation to legalize same-sex marriage, marking a significant victory for LGBTQ+ rights in the region. The Marriage Equality Act, which was overwhelmingly passed by Parliament in June 2024 and ratified by King Maha Vajiralongkorn in September 2024, grants same-sex couples the same legal, financial, and …

International Conference Marks 125 Years of Solar Physics Research in India

International Conference Marks 125 Years of Solar Physics Research in India

An international conference titled ‘Sun, Space Weather, and Solar-Stellar Connections’ was held in Bengaluru from January 20 to 24, 2025, to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (KSO). Organized by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), the event gathered over 200 solar physicists from India and abroad to discuss advancements in solar …

NITI Aayog Unveils Fiscal Health Index 2025 in New Delhi

NITI Aayog Unveils Fiscal Health Index 2025 in New Delhi

On January 24, 2025, NITI Aayog introduced the inaugural “Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2025” in New Delhi. This comprehensive report evaluates the fiscal health of 18 major Indian states, aiming to guide policy reforms for sustainable and resilient economic growth. Key Highlights of the Fiscal Health Index 2025 Top-Ranked States: Odisha leads with a cumulative …

National Tourism Day 2025: Date, History and Significance

National Tourism Day 2025: Date, Theme, History and Significance

National Tourism Day is celebrated annually on January 25 to promote responsible, sustainable, and accessible tourism across India. It is an occasion to showcase the country’s diverse tourist destinations, rich cultural heritage, and natural landscapes to the world, emphasizing the immense potential of India’s tourism industry. Tourism is not only a key driver of economic …

"Hamara Samvidhan – Hamara Swabhiman" Campaign

“Hamara Samvidhan – Hamara Swabhiman” Campaign

The “Hamara Samvidhan – Hamara Swabhiman” campaign, launched on January 24, 2024, by the Hon’ble Vice President of India at the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi, commemorates the 75th anniversary of India’s Constitution and its establishment as a Republic. This year-long initiative aims to deepen citizens’ understanding of the Constitution and promote …