India remains the world’s largest importer of edible oils, sourcing over 60% of its consumption from overseas. In 2023-24, India imported approximately 16 million tonnes of edible oils,...
The Supreme Court of India commenced hearings on the scrutiny of electoral rolls related to the Bengal Special Infrastructure Region (SIR) issue. The case involves allegations of irregularities...
China has intensified its territorial strategy along the India-China border, focusing on infrastructure development and military deployment in disputed regions. Key areas of activity include Aksai Chin, Arunachal...
The World Bank issued a warning about a worsening global jobs crisis in April 2024. It reported that the global unemployment rate is projected to rise from 5.4%...
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) released two significant studies addressing child diarrhoea prevalence and COVID-19 virus mutations in India. The studies provide data on disease patterns...
The Supreme Court of India in 2024 had issued directives addressing the escalating heat crisis in the Indo-Gangetic plains. The court mandated state governments to implement immediate measures...
The Indian Navy held its annual Commanders’ Conference in New Delhi from April 24 to 26, 2024. The conference was chaired by the Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral...
Odisha has launched a collaborative education programme involving its Model Schools, Indian Institute of Management Mumbai (IIM Mumbai), and Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay). The initiative...
Indian Railways approved infrastructure projects worth ₹1.53 lakh crore to enhance network capacity and modernise facilities. These projects cover track doubling, electrification, station redevelopment, and introduction of new...
The global crude oil price surged above $100 per barrel in 2024, driven by supply constraints and geopolitical tensions. India, the world’s third-largest oil importer, faced increased import...
