Current Affairs

Mizoram Governor Appoints Air Force Officer as India’s First Woman Aide De Camp

In a historic move, Governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati has appointed Squadron Leader Manisha Padhi, a distinguished officer from the 2015 batch of the Indian Air Force, as India’s first Woman Aide-De-Camp (ADC) from the Indian Armed Forces. This groundbreaking...

MAHASAGAR, Indian Navy’s Initiative Between Maritime Heads

On November 29, 2023, the Indian Navy marked a significant milestone with the inaugural edition of MAHASAGR, a high-level virtual interaction aimed at promoting active and security and growth in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). The event brought together heads...

Union WCD Minister Launches ‘Anganwadi Protocol for Divyang Children’

The Union Minister for Women and Child Development and Minority Affairs, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, recently launched the Anganwadi Protocol Divyang Children in a national outreach program at Vigyan Bhawan on November 28, 2023. The event aimed to strengthen the...

Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra Launched in SWGH

An impressive launch marked the initiation of the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra in South West Garo Hills, orchestrated by the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) at MFC, Ampati. The nationwide initiative, a pivotal component of the Hamara Sankalp Viksit Bharat...

‘Drift’ By Anthony Chen Bags Prestigious ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal at IFFI 54

The collaborative effort of French, British and Greek filmmakers, “Drift,” directed by Anthony Chen, has been honored with the esteemed ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal at the 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). This emotionally charged film delves into the life...

4th Edition of ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum (AIGIF) Launched

The 4th edition of the annual ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum (AIGIF) took place in Langkawi, Malaysia, on November 28, 2023, showcasing the collaborative efforts of India and the 10 ASEAN Member States (AMS) in the fields of Science, Technology...

Space-Tech Startup Agnikul to Flight Test 3D-printed Engine By Year-End

Chennai-based startup Agnikul is gearing up to launch its groundbreaking rocket, Agnibaan, featuring the world’s first 3D-printed engine. The company, incubated at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, is set to conduct a technology demonstrator mission by the end of...

Amritsar to Host Military Literature Festival Next Year

The Military Literature Festival, an event aimed at spreading awareness about the crucial role of the armed forces and inspiring the youth, is set to return for its second district-level edition in Amritsar. Organized by the Military Literature Festival Association...

Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau Volcano Erupts

Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano, situated in the Sundra Strait, unleashed a powerful eruption on Tuesday morning, casting a volcanic ash cloud approximately 1 km high into the sky. The event, monitored by the volcano’s Observation Post, marks a continuation of...

Bharat Biotech, University of Sydney Sign MoU for Vaccine Research

In a significant step towards advancing vaccine research initiatives and strengthening global efforts to combat infectious diseases, Bharat Biotech International, a leading vaccine manufacturer and the University of Sydney Infectious Diseases Institute (SydneyID) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)....