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Suvendu Adhikari Named West Bengal Chief Minister After BJP’s Historic Victory

Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was formally elected as the new Chief Minister of West Bengal following the BJP’s decisive victory in the recently concluded Assembly elections. The announcement was made during the BJP legislature party meeting in Kolkata in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The development marks a major political shift …

Top Government Schemes for Mothers in India, Check the Names

Top Government Schemes for Mothers in India, Check the Names

India has taken many important steps to support mothers and their babies. From pregnancy to childbirth and even after delivery, the government runs several helpful programs. These schemes aim to provide proper nutrition, free medical care, financial help, and safe delivery services. All these efforts ensure that mothers stay healthy and children get a good …

DRDO and IAF Conduct Maiden TARA Flight Trial Off Odisha Coast

DRDO and IAF Conduct Maiden TARA Flight Trial Off Odisha Coast

Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully carried out the maiden flight trial of the Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) weapon system on 7 May 2026. The trial was conducted off the coast of Odisha using a Jaguar combat aircraft. TARA is India’s first indigenous glide weapon system designed …

Apaar Saxena Earns International Master Title After Strong European Performances

Apaar Saxena Earns International Master Title After Strong European Performances

Apaar Saxena has earned the prestigious International Master (IM) title after achieving all three required norms through impressive performances in European chess tournaments. The young chess player from Karnataka reached the milestone following consistent performances against strong international opponents. Why in News? Apaar Saxena has become the latest Indian chess player to achieve the International …

Top-10 Inspirational Indian Mothers Who Made History, Know the Names

Top-10 Inspirational Indian Mothers Who Made History, Know the Names

Motherhood is not just about caring for children – it is also about strength, courage and never giving up. Across India, many mothers have faced difficult situations but turned them into success stories. From small kitchens to big platforms, these women proved that love for their children can become a powerful motivation to achieve great …

IOC Lifts Ban on Belarus Ahead of LA 2028 Olympics, Russia Still Suspended

IOC Lifts Ban on Belarus Ahead of LA 2028 Olympics, Russia Still Suspended

International Olympic Committee (IOC) has lifted its restrictions on Belarusian athletes ahead of the Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympics, while Russia continues to remain under suspension. The IOC announced that it no longer recommends restrictions on Belarusian athletes and teams participating in international competitions. However, Russian athletes will still compete only as neutral athletes under …

India to Host First International Ophthalmology Research Conference in New Delhi

India to Host First International Ophthalmology Research Conference in New Delhi

Sanjay Seth will inaugurate India’s first International Ophthalmology Research Conference in New Delhi on May 9 and 10, 2026. The conference, titled All-India Ophthalmological Society – Armed Forces Ophthalmology Update (AIOS-AFOU 2026), will be organised by the Department of Ophthalmology at Army Hospital (Research & Referral) in collaboration with the All India Ophthalmological Society. Why …

Mother's Day 2026: Check Date, Theme, History and Significance

Mother’s Day 2026: Check Date, Theme, History and Significance

Mother’s Day is a special day celebrated around the world to honour mothers and their love, care, and sacrifices. It is a time when people thank their mothers through gifts, kind words, and spending time together. The day reminds us how important mothers are in shaping families and society with their support, patience, and unconditional …

Indore to Host BRICS Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting

Indore to Host BRICS Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting

Indore will host the BRICS Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting in June 2026 under India’s BRICS Presidency. The two-day meeting is expected to bring together agriculture ministers from BRICS member nations to discuss major global agricultural and food security issues. The event will focus on topics such as climate-resilient agriculture, digital farming, global agricultural trade, artificial intelligence …

S&P Global Lowers India’s Growth Forecast to 6.6% for FY27

S&P Global Lowers India’s Growth Forecast to 6.6% for FY27

S&P Global has reduced India’s GDP growth forecast for FY27 to 6.6%, lowering it by 50 basis points amid rising global economic uncertainties. The revised projection was released in a joint report titled “India Forward” prepared by S&P Global and CRISIL. The report highlighted concerns related to energy supply disruptions, high crude oil prices, rupee …