State News

Maharashtra Launches ‘Adishakti Abhiyan’ for Women’s Empowerment

On the historic occasion of the 300th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar, the Maharashtra government has launched the ‘Adishakti Abhiyan’, a women-centric empowerment campaign. The initiative focuses on ensuring effective delivery and awareness of existing government schemes for women and...

Tamil Nadu to Declare May 5 as Traders Day: CM Stalin

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced that the state will soon officially declare May 5 as Traders Day, addressing a long-standing demand of the business community. Speaking at a traders’ conference in Chennai, Stalin reaffirmed the state’s commitment to...

Telangana Hosts Miss World 2025: A Global Stage for Culture and Tourism

As the 72nd edition of the Miss World pageant unfolds in Telangana from May 10 to 31, 2025, contestants from around the globe are arriving in Hyderabad to partake in this internationally acclaimed event. The Government of Telangana is leveraging...

Andhra Pradesh Launches India’s First Transmedia Entertainment City ‘Creator Land’

In a groundbreaking move, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced the launch of ‘Creator Land’, India’s first transmedia entertainment city. Signed through an MoU at the WAVES Summit in Mumbai, the ₹10,000 crore initiative is projected to generate...

Lakkundi Group of Monuments Proposed for UNESCO Tentative List

In a significant development for India's cultural heritage, the ancient group of temples and monuments in Lakkundi and surrounding areas in Karnataka, built during the Kalyana Chalukya period (10th–12th century CE), are being finalised for inclusion in UNESCO’s tentative list...

African Swine Fever Outbreak in Mizoram: Over 3,000 Pigs Dead in Four Districts

Mizoram is currently grappling with a severe outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF), which has led to the death of over 3,000 pigs within a month, primarily affecting the districts of Siaha, Lawngtlai, Lunglei, and Mamit. The outbreak has not...

Kalaignar Centenary Park: A Modern Recreational Space with a Rich Legacy

Kalaignar Centenary Park, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is a significant addition to the city's public spaces, celebrating the centenary of the late Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi. It is not only a green oasis but also a modern recreational park...

Government Sanctions ₹40 Crore for Mangaluru’s Kallapu-Sajipa Riverfront Road Project”

The Kallapu-Sajipa Riverfront Road project, a significant infrastructure development initiative in Mangaluru, is aimed at enhancing regional connectivity. With the recent sanctioning of ₹40 crore by the state government, the project has received substantial financial support, ensuring its continued progress....

Kuno National Park Achieves Conservation Milestone as Cheetah Nirva Gives Birth to Five Cubs

The reintroduction of cheetahs in India marks one of the most ambitious wildlife conservation initiatives in recent history. Under the Project Cheetah, India has successfully translocated African cheetahs from Namibia and South Africa to revive the extinct population. Recently, Kuno...

Similipal Officially Accorded As National Park’s Status

Similipal, a unique and ecologically rich region in Odisha, has officially been accorded national park status by the Odisha government. After decades of anticipation, this significant move places Similipal as the 107th national park in India and the second in...