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GoI & Kotak Mahindra Bank Partner to Boost Investor Education through Digital Outreach

GoI & Kotak Mahindra Bank Partner to Boost Investor Education through Digital Outreach

In a major step towards strengthening investor education and protection, the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), operating under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, has partnered with Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (KMBL). This collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), seeks to leverage Kotak’s vast physical and digital reach to …

Factory Output Growth Marginally Improves to 3% in March 2025

Factory Output Growth Marginally Improves to 3% in March 2025

India’s factory output, measured by the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), recorded a marginal rise of 3% in March 2025, slightly improving from February’s six-month low but still remaining below last year’s growth of 5.5%. For the entire financial year 2024–25, industrial production expanded by 4%, slower than the 5.9% growth seen in FY24. The …

Vaibhav Suryavanshi Creates History with Second-Fastest IPL Century

14-Year-Old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Youngest to Smash IPL’s Second-Fastest Century

In only his third IPL match, Vaibhav Suryavanshi played an innings for the ages. Chasing the stiff target, he scored a century off just 35 balls, smashing 7 fours and 11 sixes, stunning the Titans’ bowlers with his extraordinary hitting. His strike rate remained off the charts, keeping Rajasthan firmly in the hunt. Unfortunately, he was …

Hindu Kush ICIMOD 2025 Report

Hindu Kush ICIMOD 2025 Report

The Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region, often called the “Third Pole,” plays a critical role in supporting river systems and water needs across South Asia. The latest ICIMOD report raises serious concerns about snow persistence and water security in the region. Why in News? The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) released a report …

The Kashmir Shawl A Nostalgic Epic That Bridges Generations

The Kashmir Shawl: A Nostalgic Epic That Bridges Generations

The Kashmir Shawl by Rosie Thomas (pseudonym for British journalist Janey King) is a dual-timeline novel that intricately weaves together the stories of multiple generations, set against the evocative backdrops of Wales, Kashmir, and Ladakh. Using the discovery of an antique shawl as a narrative pivot, Thomas explores themes of love, loss, history, and identity. …

Delhi Launches 'Ayushman Vay Vandana' Scheme Offering Free Rs 10 Lakh Health Cover to Seniors 70+

Delhi Launches ‘Ayushman Vay Vandana’ Scheme Offering Free Rs 10 Lakh Health Cover to Seniors 70+

With a vision to prioritize the welfare of the elderly, the Delhi government has introduced the Ayushman Vay Vandana Scheme, offering comprehensive health insurance coverage of Rs 10 lakh to citizens aged 70 years and above. The initiative focuses on delivering free health services, annual check-ups, and secure digital health records to ensure the dignity, …

India–France Rafale-M Jet Deal Set To Be Finalised

India Signs $7.4 Billion Deal with France for Rafale Fighter Jets

India signed a landmark agreement with France for the purchase of 26 Rafale fighter aircraft worth approximately 630 billion rupees ($7.4 billion). This deal, which includes both single-seater and twin-seater versions of the fighter jets, aims to bolster India’s naval air power and strengthen its defence ties with France. The delivery of these aircraft is …

BRICS Adopts Declaration on AI, Climate Change, and Employment at 2025 Labour Ministers' Meeting

BRICS Adopts Declaration on AI, Climate Change, and Employment at 2025 Labour Ministers’ Meeting

The 11th BRICS Labour & Employment Ministers’ Meeting, held on April 25, 2025, in Brasília under Brazil’s Presidency, has garnered significant attention for addressing crucial issues related to the future of work. With the theme “Strengthening the Cooperation of the Global South for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance,” the meeting emphasized two key areas: the …

National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) Honored with Udyog Vikas Award

National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) Honored with Udyog Vikas Award

The National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) received the Udyog Vikas Award at a prestigious event organized by Janmabhumi Daily in Kerala. The award acknowledges NICDC’s pivotal role in India’s industrial transformation, particularly through the development of the Palakkad Industrial Smart City. This project, part of a broader effort to develop Greenfield Industrial Smart Cities, …