State News

Maharashtra Introduces Geo-Tagged Unique ID for All Infra Projects

In a major step towards transparency and efficient monitoring, the Government of Maharashtra has mandated the assignment of a geo-tagged 13-digit alphanumeric unique ID to all infrastructure development projects in the state. This ID will serve as the primary reference...

Ladakh Reservation and Language Regulations Promulgated by President

In a landmark move for the Union Territory of Ladakh, President Droupadi Murmu has promulgated three key regulations: the Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Regulation, 2025, ensuring 85% job reservation for local residents; the Ladakh Official Languages Regulation, 2025, recognizing five official...

Tamil Nadu Declares Dhanushkodi as Greater Flamingo Sanctuary

On World Environment Day (June 5, 2025), the Tamil Nadu government officially declared a Greater Flamingo Sanctuary at Dhanushkodi in Ramanathapuram district. Spanning over 524.7 hectares, the sanctuary lies within the ecologically rich Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve, offering crucial...

800-Year-Old Pandya Era Shiva Temple Unearthed in Tamil Nadu

An important archaeological discovery has been made in Udampatti village of Melur taluk, Tamil Nadu, where the foundation of an 800-year-old Shiva temple belonging to the later Pandya period has been unearthed. Although only the stone base remains, the site...

Uttar Pradesh Approves 20% Police Reservation for Ex-Agniveers

In a landmark decision aimed at supporting the reintegration of military-trained youth into civil services, the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on June 3, 2025, approved a proposal granting 20% horizontal reservation to former Agniveers in direct recruitment for posts in the...

Lavender Festival 2025 Concludes in Bhaderwah, Empowering Rural Aroma Economy

The 3rd Lavender Festival concluded on June 2, 2025, in Bhaderwah, Jammu and Kashmir, celebrating the region’s growing role in India’s Purple Revolution. Organized by CSIR-IIIM under the Aroma Mission, the two-day event highlighted the economic and social transformation lavender...

IICA Sets Foot in Northeast with First Regional Campus in Shillong

In a major step towards inclusive growth and regional empowerment, the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, is establishing its first regional campus in New Shillong Township, Meghalaya. Backed by ₹100.95 crore under the...

Telangana Notifies Kumram Bheem Conservation Reserve to Boost Tiger Corridor

In a major step towards wildlife conservation and habitat connectivity, the Government of Telangana has officially notified the Kawal-Tadoba tiger corridor as the Kumram Bheem Conservation Reserve. Spanning nearly 1,493 sq. km, this newly declared reserve strengthens efforts to protect...

Karnataka Enforces Stricter Tobacco Control: Legal Age Raised, Hookah Bars Banned

In a decisive move to safeguard public health, the Karnataka government has amended the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003, introducing significant legal reforms. The COTPA (Karnataka Amendment) Act, 2024—which received Presidential assent on May 23, 2025—raises the...

Nagshankar Temple of Assam Becomes Modern Temple for Turtle Conservation

Nagshankar Temple, located in Biswanath district in northeastern Assam, has been named a model temple for turtle conservation. This recognition was given on May 23, 2025, during a special event held on World Turtle Day. The event celebrated the temple's...