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Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2025 Date, History, Significance and Celebrations

Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2025: Date, History, Significance and Celebrations

May 8, 2025

Maharana Pratap Jayanti commemorates the birth of Maharana Pratap Singh, the valiant Rajput king of Mewar who is celebrated across India, especially in Rajasthan, as a symbol of valor, courage, and patriotism. Revered for his fierce resistance against Mughal expansion, Maharana Pratap’s life is an inspiring tale of honor, resilience, and national pride. His defiance …

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India Celebrates Rabindranath Tagore’s 164th Birth Anniversary: Honouring the Bard of Bengal

India Celebrates Rabindranath Tagore’s 164th Birth Anniversary: Honouring the Bard of Bengal

May 8, 2025

India marked the 164th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, popularly known as the Bard of Bengal, on May 7, 2025. Celebrated with cultural events, poetry readings, and musical tributes across the country — particularly in West Bengal — this day commemorates the extraordinary legacy of a poet, philosopher, musician, and visionary who reshaped modern Indian …

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World Red Cross Day 2025 – History, Theme, and Global Significance

World Red Cross Day 2025 – History, Theme, and Global Significance

May 8, 2025

World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day was observed on May 8, 2025, with the theme “Keeping Humanity Alive.” The day commemorates the birth anniversary of Jean Henry Dunant, founder of the Red Cross Movement and the first Nobel Peace Prize laureate. Celebrations worldwide honored the selfless work of Red Cross volunteers, especially in conflict …

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India’s Deep Strike under Operation Sindoor: Pakistan’s Air Defence Destroyed

India’s Deep Strike under Operation Sindoor: Pakistan’s Air Defence Destroyed

May 8, 2025

In a bold and precise military operation, India carried out deep air strikes against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) on the night of May 7, 2025. Codenamed Operation Sindoor, this mission was a response to the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22, which killed 26 people, including civilians and an …

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New SHAKTI Policy Offers Thermal Plants Greater Autonomy and Coal Linkage Options

New SHAKTI Policy Offers Thermal Plants Greater Autonomy and Coal Linkage Options

May 8, 2025

In a significant policy reform aimed at energizing India’s power sector, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the Revised SHAKTI Policy (Scheme for Harnessing and Allocating Koyala Transparently in India) on May 7, 2025. The revised framework simplifies the coal linkage process for thermal power producers, introduces …

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National Scheme Launched to Transform ITIs and Train 20 Lakh Youth in 5 Years

National Scheme Launched to Transform ITIs and Train 20 Lakh Youth in 5 Years

May 8, 2025

In a significant move to transform the vocational education landscape, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the National Scheme for Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Upgradation and Setting up of Five National Centres of Excellence for Skilling. With a financial outlay of ₹60,000 crore, this centrally sponsored scheme will revamp 1,000 …

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India Launches Chip-Based E-Passports to Enhance Travel Security

India Launches Chip-Based E-Passports to Enhance Travel Security

May 8, 2025

India has officially rolled out chip-based e-passports as part of its ongoing digital transformation of travel documentation. These new passports, embedded with RFID chips and biometric data, aim to enhance the security, efficiency, and convenience of international travel for Indian citizens. The move places India alongside countries like the USA, UK, and Germany, which already …

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Amex and HSBC Top Credit Card Additions Among Foreign Banks in FY25

Amex and HSBC Top Credit Card Additions Among Foreign Banks in FY25

May 8, 2025

In a strong rebound from previous declines, foreign banks such as HSBC and American Express have emerged as leaders in net credit card additions in FY25, according to the latest data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). HSBC added 216,997 cards, while American Express added 107,086 cards, reflecting renewed momentum in consumer credit demand. …

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