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Which is the Only River in Arunachal Pradesh that Flows Northwards into Tibet?

Which is the Only River in Arunachal Pradesh that Flows Northwards into Tibet?

Arunachal Pradesh, located in the northeastern part of India, is known for its beautiful landscapes and flowing rivers. Most rivers in this hilly state flow towards the south or east, joining larger river systems. However, there is one unique river that does something different. It takes an unusual turn and flows northward, making it special …

World Refugee Day 2025 Honouring Courage, Demanding Inclusion

World Refugee Day 2025: Honouring Courage, Demanding Inclusion

Every year on 20 June, the world observes World Refugee Day, an occasion to honour the strength, resilience, and dignity of millions who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, or natural disaster. In 2025, the day is being marked under the theme “Solidarity with Refugees”, highlighting the need for equality, …

TRAI Q1 2025 Telecom Report: India Crosses 1.2 Billion Subscribers

TRAI Q1 2025 Telecom Report: India Crosses 1.2 Billion Subscribers

India’s telecom sector has shown robust growth in the first quarter of 2025, as per the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) report released for the period January–March 2025. The total telecom subscriber base surged to 1.2 billion, wireless data usage soared, and gross revenues touched ₹98,250 crore, reflecting the sector’s resilience and expansion amid …

AIIMS Mangalagiri Observes World Sickle Cell Day with Awareness Rally

AIIMS Mangalagiri Observes World Sickle Cell Day with Awareness Rally

To commemorate World Sickle Cell Day on June 19, 2025, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Mangalagiri, Andhra Pradesh, organized an awareness rally in partnership with the Departments of Health and Family Welfare and Tribal Welfare. The event brought together students, tribal members, and healthcare professionals in a unified call to eliminate …

DPIIT Partners with YourStory to Empower 1 Million Entrepreneurs Across India

DPIIT Partners with YourStory to Empower 1 Million Entrepreneurs Across India

In a landmark move to strengthen India’s grassroots startup ecosystem, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with YourStory Media Pvt. Ltd.. The initiative is aimed at empowering 1 million entrepreneurs across Tier II, Tier III, and rural …

Global Cybersecurity Alert 16 Billion Logins Exposed in Historic Data Breach

Global Cybersecurity Alert: 16 Billion Logins Exposed in Historic Data Breach

In an alarming cybersecurity revelation, researchers have uncovered a massive data breach exposing 16 billion login credentials, including passwords, from popular platforms like Apple, Google, Facebook, GitHub, and Telegram. This unprecedented breach spans multiple datasets and poses a serious threat to users and institutions worldwide, with potential implications for account takeovers, phishing attacks, and broader …

Prof M Satish Kumar Appointed First Dean of Queen’s University Belfast’s GIFT City Campus

Prof M Satish Kumar Appointed First Dean of Queen’s University Belfast’s GIFT City Campus

In a major boost to India–UK academic collaboration, Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) has appointed Prof M Satish Kumar as the first Dean of its upcoming campus in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City). Prof Kumar, a seasoned academic with over 25 years at QUB, will take charge in July 2025, marking a significant milestone as …

RBI Eases Project Finance Norms, Slashes Provisioning Requirements

RBI Eases Project Finance Norms, Slashes Provisioning Requirements

In a major relief to banks and financial institutions, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has eased final norms on provisioning for project finance loans. Under the revised guidelines, the provisioning requirement for under-construction project loans has been reduced to 1%, significantly lower than the 5% proposed in the draft norms issued in May 2024. …