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Pakistan Suspends Simla Agreement and Closes Border, Airspace, Trade with India

Pakistan Suspends Simla Agreement and Closes Border, Airspace, Trade with India

In a dramatic escalation of diplomatic and military tensions, Pakistan has suspended the 1972 Simla Agreement, closed the Wagah border, halted all trade, and banned Indian airlines from using its airspace. This decision follows India’s move to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty and downgrade diplomatic ties in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, which …

CCS Full Form, Know About Its Role, Structure and Functions

CCS Full Form, Know About Its Role, Structure and Functions

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) is one of the most important decision-making bodies of the Government of India. It takes care of matters related to the country’s safety and security. This committee makes final decisions on defense policies, key appointments in security forces and big security-related expenses. Full Form of CCS The full form …

IISc Tops Times Higher Education Asia Rankings 2025

IISc Tops Times Higher Education Asia Rankings 2025

The Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2025 were unveiled on April 23, showcasing the top universities in Asia. With 853 universities from 35 countries and territories included in this year’s rankings, the list highlights the leading institutions excelling in research, teaching, and innovation across the continent. The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) continues …

Life Insurance Premium Mobilisation Rises by 5.13% in FY25

Life Insurance Premium Mobilisation Rises by 5.13% in FY25

The Indian life insurance industry witnessed a healthy growth of 5.13% in total new business premium collection in the financial year 2024–25, showing improved momentum compared to the previous year. The individual new business premium segment surged by 11.17%, indicating increased participation from first-time policyholders. This growth reflects the industry’s strategic focus on expanding market …

South Asian (SAAF) Senior Athletics Championships 2025 Postponed Again

South Asian (SAAF) Senior Athletics Championships 2025 Postponed Again

The South Asian Senior Athletics Championships 2025, originally scheduled for May 3–5 in Ranchi, Jharkhand, have been postponed for the second time in seven months. Initially planned for October 2024, the delay this time has reportedly been due to visa clearance issues involving Pakistani athletes. The event was expected to host top athletes from across …

IMF Cuts India’s Growth Forecast to 6.2% in FY26 Amid Tariff Uncertainty

IMF Cuts India’s Growth Forecast to 6.2% in FY26 Amid Tariff Uncertainty

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India’s GDP growth forecast for the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26) down to 6.2%, citing trade tensions and the US tariffs on imports from India as key reasons for this adjustment. This reduction in India’s growth forecast follows a broader pattern of downward adjustments to global growth projections. Despite …

World Book and Copyright Day 2025 Theme, Date, Significance

World Book and Copyright Day 2025 Theme, Date, Significance

World Book and Copyright Day, celebrated on April 23rd each year, is a global celebration of books, authors, and the importance of protecting intellectual property rights through copyright laws. This day is marked by events and activities worldwide, all aimed at promoting the love for reading and writing, while also creating awareness about the significance …

India Shines at 2025 ISSF World Cup Lima with 7 Medals, Finishes Third Overall

India Shines at 2025 ISSF World Cup Lima with 7 Medals, Finishes Third Overall

India’s shooting squad wrapped up a strong performance at the 2025 ISSF World Cup held in Lima, Peru, securing a total of seven medals—two gold, four silver, and one bronze—to finish third in the overall medal tally, just behind China and the United States. The competition, hosted from April 13 to 22, featured over 400 …