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March 1, 2025 -_3.1

U.S.-Ukraine Relations Erupt in Acrimony: Trump and Vance Berate Zelensky in Explosive Oval Office Showdown

The United States’ relationship with Ukraine reached a boiling point on Friday as President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance publicly berated Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during a highly charged televised meeting in the Oval Office. The visit, initially intended to coordinate a plan for peace in Ukraine’s ongoing war with Russia, devolved into an unprecedented public confrontation, marking one …

SEBI Launches Bond Central: A Centralised Database for Corporate Bonds

SEBI Launches Bond Central: A Centralised Database for Corporate Bonds

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a centralised database portal named Bond Central to enhance transparency and streamline access to corporate bond-related information. This initiative aims to create a single, authentic source of information on corporate bonds issued in India, benefiting investors and other market participants. Development and Collaboration The Bond …

EPFO Retains 8.25% Interest Rate on Provident Fund Deposits for 2024-25

EPFO Retains 8.25% Interest Rate on Provident Fund Deposits for 2024-25

The Central Board of Trustees (CBT) of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), in its meeting held on February 28, 2025, recommended that the current annual interest rate of 8.25% on provident fund deposits be retained for the financial year 2024-25. Despite demands from trade union representatives for a higher rate, the government decided to …

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Kailash Satyarthi’s Autobiography ‘Diyaslai’ – A Literary Exploration at IGNCA

The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), under the Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the Satyarthi Movement for Global Compassion, hosted a literary discussion on Diyaslai, the autobiography of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kailash Satyarthi. The event highlighted the book’s exploration of social justice, child rights, and global compassion. About the Book …

India's Economic Growth in Q3 of FY 2024-25: A Detailed Analysis

India’s Economic Growth in Q3 of FY 2024-25: A Detailed Analysis

India’s economic growth has shown a remarkable improvement in the third quarter (Q3) of FY 2024-25, with the Real GDP increasing to 6.2%, up from an initially reported 5.4% in the previous quarter. This positive growth trajectory is reflected in the revised estimates, which project India’s Real GDP growth at 6.5% for the full financial …

Delimitation Controversy Let Understanding the Delimitation Dispute

Delimitation Controversy: Let Understanding the Delimitation Dispute

Delimitation, the process of redrawing the boundaries of parliamentary and legislative assembly constituencies based on population changes, has become a contentious issue in India. The recent assurance by the Union Home Minister that southern states will not lose parliamentary constituencies has reignited concerns, particularly in states like Tamil Nadu. This article explores the constitutional provisions, …

Russian Chess Grandmaster Boris Spassky Passes Away at 88

Russian Chess Grandmaster Boris Spassky Passes Away at 88

Russian chess grandmaster Boris Spassky, the 10th World Chess Champion, has passed away at the age of 88. The news was confirmed by International Chess Federation (FIDE) general director Emil Sutovsky, who informed Reuters about his demise. Spassky, a legendary figure in the chess world, was renowned for his strategic brilliance, sportsmanship, and deep understanding …

Cape Vultures Spotted After 30 Years in South Africa’s Eastern Cape

Cape Vultures Spotted After 30 Years in South Africa’s Eastern Cape

The recent sighting of 85 Cape Vultures (Gyps coprotheres) in South Africa’s Eastern Cape after three decades marks a significant milestone for conservationists. These vultures, exclusive to Southern Africa, play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance by preventing disease spread through carrion disposal. Conservation efforts have helped stabilize their population, but vultures globally continue …

Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) - January 2025 Report

Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) – January 2025 Report

The Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) is a crucial economic indicator that reflects the performance of eight fundamental sectors of the Indian economy. These industries contribute significantly to the overall Index of Industrial Production (IIP), making their growth a key determinant of economic health. The ICI report for January 2025 has been released, showcasing …

World Seagrass Day 2025: Significance, History, and Conservation Efforts

World Seagrass Day 2025: Significance, History, and Conservation Efforts

World Seagrass Day is celebrated annually on March 1 to highlight the ecological importance of seagrass and promote conservation efforts. Seagrass plays a vital role in maintaining the marine ecosystem, supporting marine biodiversity, stabilizing coastlines, and acting as a major carbon sink. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) officially declared this observance on May 22, …