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List of Countries Starting with the Letter 'U', Know About Them

List of Countries Starting with the Letter ‘U’, Know About Them

The world is home to many countries, each with its own unique culture, history and beauty. Among them, a few countries have names that begin with the letter ‘U’. These nations are spread across different continents and offer fascinating stories, traditions and landmarks. Let’s take a closer look at the list of countries starting with …

GST Collection Rises to ₹1.96 Lakh Crore, But Net Growth Slows

GST Collection Rises to ₹1.96 Lakh Crore, But Net Growth Slows

India’s GST collections for July 2025 reached a strong ₹1.96 lakh crore, recording a 7.5% year-on-year increase. However, the net growth slowed to just 1.7%, mainly because of a sharp 117% rise in refunds, raising concerns about the pace of domestic consumption. Domestic Net GST Shows Rare Decline The gross domestic GST collection stood at …

Cloves Syndrome Awareness Day 2025 Understanding a Rare Genetic Disorder

Cloves Syndrome Awareness Day 2025: Understanding a Rare Genetic Disorder

Every year on August 3, the world observes Cloves Syndrome Awareness Day to spread knowledge about CLOVES syndrome, a rare and complex genetic disorder. The day emphasizes the importance of community support, early recognition, and better treatment access for those living with this challenging condition. What is CLOVES Syndrome? CLOVES syndrome is a congenital disorder …

Malayalam Actor and Mimicry Artiste Kalabhavan Navas Passes Away at 51

Malayalam Actor and Mimicry Artiste Kalabhavan Navas Passes Away at 51

The Malayalam film industry mourns the untimely demise of Kalabhavan Navas, a popular actor and mimicry artiste, who passed away on August 1, 2025, at the age of 51. He was found unresponsive in his hotel room in Chottanikkara, where he was staying for the shoot of the upcoming film Prakambanam. Despite being rushed to …

Dr. V. Vasanthi Devi, Former Vice-Chancellor of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Passes Away

Dr. V. Vasanthi Devi, Former Vice-Chancellor of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Passes Away

India lost a distinguished academic and social reformer as Dr. V. Vasanthi Devi, former Vice-Chancellor of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, passed away on August 1, 2025, following a cardiac arrest at her residence in Velachery. She was 86 years old. Her demise is being seen as a major loss to the fields of education, gender equality, …

T. N. Manoharan, IDBI Chairman and Padma Shri Awardee, Passes Away

T. N. Manoharan, IDBI Chairman and Padma Shri Awardee, Passes Away

India mourns the loss of T. N. Manoharan, the Chairman of IDBI Bank and a renowned Chartered Accountant, who passed away on July 30, 2025. A Padma Shri awardee and former President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), Manoharan leaves behind a remarkable legacy in banking, finance, and corporate governance. A Distinguished …

National Doctors Day 2025 Honoring the Lifesavers Among Us

National Doctors Day 2025: Honoring the Lifesavers Among Us

National Doctors Day, observed on July 1 every year in India, is a tribute to the tireless dedication and compassion of doctors. This day marks the birth anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, a legendary physician and former Chief Minister of West Bengal, whose contributions shaped modern healthcare in India. Celebrated since 1991, the day …

Shashi Prakash Goyal Takes Charge as New Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh

Shashi Prakash Goyal Takes Charge as New Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh

Senior IAS officer Shashi Prakash Goyal, a 1989-batch officer of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), has officially assumed charge as the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh, succeeding Manoj Kumar Singh, who retired on the same day. The appointment reflects the state government’s focus on administrative continuity and rapid development. A Veteran Bureaucrat with Rich Experience …