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Cabinet Approves 2% Hike in DA for Government Employees

On March 28, 2025, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners. This hike, effective from January 1, 2025, raises the...

Digital Crop Survey (DCS) System: Ensuring Accurate Crop Data Collection

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has introduced the Digital Crop Survey (DCS) System to collect real-time crop-sown details directly from the field via a mobile interface. This system enhances accuracy in crop area estimation, contributing to precise agricultural...

India Becomes the World’s Second-Largest Tea Exporter in 2024

The Indian tea industry, which has been facing numerous challenges over the years, finally has a reason to celebrate. Recent data released by the Tea Board of India indicates that India has emerged as the second-largest tea exporter in the...

Nuclear Power Surge: India’s Path to 100 GW

India has taken a historic step in its clean energy transition with the launch of an ambitious Nuclear Mission, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable energy. The initiative, announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and detailed by Dr. Jitendra Singh, aims...

Commemorative Postage Stamp Issued in Honor of Mata Karma

The Department of Posts, Government of India, has issued a commemorative postage stamp in tribute to Mata Karma, a revered saint, social reformer, and devoted follower of Lord Krishna. The stamp was unveiled in a special ceremony in Raipur, marking...

India Becomes the World’s Top Milk Producer: Growth, Challenges & Future Goals

India has emerged as the top milk producer in the world, with a current production of 239 million metric tons (MMT). Union Minister of Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh announced in the Lok Sabha that India aims to...

Supreme Court Establishes National Task Force for Student Mental Health Concerns

Recognizing the increasing instances of student suicides in higher educational institutions, the Supreme Court has set up a National Task Force (NTF) to address student mental health concerns. The court highlighted the need for a comprehensive and effective framework to...

Kerala Became First State To Establish Senior Citizens Commission

Kerala has become the first state in India to establish a Senior Citizens Commission by passing the Kerala State Senior Citizens Commission Bill, 2025. This statutory body aims to safeguard the rights and welfare of elderly citizens and act as...

Government Launches BAANKNET and e-BKray to Enhance PSU Bank E-Auctions for Asset Sales

To improve the efficiency and transparency of bank e-auctions, the Department of Financial Services directed Public Sector Banks (PSBs) to redesign their e-auction platform. As a result, the "e-BKray" platform was launched on February 28, 2019. Further advancing this initiative,...

Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum

The Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum is an upcoming national museum in New Delhi, set to be housed in the North and South Blocks as part of the Central Vista Redevelopment Project. This initiative aims to transform these iconic buildings...