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Bhutan Queen Mother Honoured with 22nd Upendra Nath Brahma ‘Soldier of Humanity’ Award 2025

Bhutan Queen Mother Honoured with 22nd Upendra Nath Brahma ‘Soldier of Humanity’ Award 2025

In a significant recognition of humanitarian leadership and cross-border goodwill, Gyalyum Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck, the Queen Mother of Bhutan, was honoured with the 22nd Upendra Nath Brahma ‘Soldier of Humanity’ Award 2025. The award ceremony was held in February 2026 at Bodoland University, Kokrajhar, Assam. The event was attended by Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Governor …

Goldman Sachs Raises India’s CY26 GDP Growth Forecast to 6.9%

Goldman Sachs Raises India’s CY26 GDP Growth Forecast to 6.9%

In a positive outlook for the Indian economy, Goldman Sachs has upgraded India’s GDP growth forecast for Calendar Year 2026 (CY26). In February 2026, the global investment bank raised its estimate by 20 basis points, from 6.7% to 6.9%. The upgrade follows the conclusion of the India–USA trade deal, under which reciprocal tariffs on Indian …

Which City is known as the Wool Capital of the World? Where it is Located?

Which City is known as the Wool Capital of the World? Where it is Located?

Did you know that one city in the world built its identity around soft, warm wool? For centuries, sheep farming and textile making have shaped its culture and economy. People from many countries visit this place to see how raw fleece turns into beautiful fabric. The air here once carried the sound of spinning wheels …

Walmart Becomes World’s First Retail Company to Reach USD 1 Trillion Market Value

Walmart Becomes World’s First Retail Company to Reach USD 1 Trillion Market Value

In a historic milestone for the global retail industry, Walmart Inc. became the world’s first retail company to achieve a market capitalisation of USD 1 trillion in January 2026. This landmark achievement followed a strong and sustained rally in Walmart’s share price over the past year. The development is significant as it highlights how traditional …

IOC Elects First Female Member from Iran, Marking a Historic Moment in Olympic Governance

IOC Elects First Female Member from Iran, Marking a Historic Moment in Olympic Governance

In a historic development for global sports governance, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has elected its first-ever female member from Iran. Iranian badminton player Soraya Aghaei Hajiagha was elected on 4 February 2026 during the 145th IOC Session held in Milan, Italy. With this election, she also became the youngest current member of the IOC. …

RBI Imposes ₹18.76 Lakh Compounding Fee on One 97 Communications for FEMA Violations

RBI Imposes ₹18.76 Lakh Compounding Fee on One 97 Communications for FEMA Violations

In February 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed a compounding fee of ₹18.76 lakh on One 97 Communications Limited (OCL) for violations under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 (FEMA). One 97 Communications is the parent company of Paytm Payments Services Limited. The penalty relates to contraventions in foreign investment transactions involving one …

Spain Becomes First European Country to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16

Spain Becomes First European Country to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16

Spain has announced a nationwide ban on social media access for children below 16 years of age, becoming the first country in Europe to take such a step and the second globally after Australia. The decision was announced by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez during his address at the World Government Summit in Dubai. The …

Russia Launches Nuclear Submarine Khabarovsk, Capable of Carrying Poseidon Underwater Drone

Russia Launches Nuclear Submarine Khabarovsk, Capable of Carrying Poseidon Underwater Drone

Russia has launched its newest nuclear-powered submarine, Khabarovsk, designed to carry the underwater nuclear drone Poseidon, often referred to in global media as a “doomsday drone.” The submarine was ceremonially launched on 1 November 2025 at the Sevmash shipyard in Severodvinsk, a key centre of Russia’s naval shipbuilding. The launch is significant as it marks …

PLASTINDIA 2026 to Begin in New Delhi, Showcasing Global Innovations in Plastics

PLASTINDIA 2026 to Begin in New Delhi, Showcasing Global Innovations in Plastics

PLASTINDIA 2026, one of the world’s largest and most influential plastics exhibitions, is set to begin on 5 February 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The six-day event will run until 10 February 2026 and is expected to bring together industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and global exhibitors on a single platform. The exhibition is important …

Amit Shah Launches Bharat Taxi, India’s First Cooperative-Based Ride-Hailing Platform

Amit Shah Launches Bharat Taxi, India’s First Cooperative-Based Ride-Hailing Platform

Union Minister of Home Affairs and Cooperation Amit Shah launched Bharat Taxi, India’s first cooperative-based ride-hailing platform, on 5 February 2026 at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi. The launch marks a major step in strengthening the cooperative sector and promoting inclusive and citizen-centric mobility solutions in India. The initiative aligns with the Government of India’s vision …

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