River water contamination by trace metals has emerged as a major public health concern in northern India after a recent study found that children are more vulnerable than...
Recent developments mark recognition of Jain history. On Mahavir Jayanti, March 31, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum in Gandhinagar. The museum honours Samprati,...
Forest fires in India during early 2026 have surged alarmingly. Data shows an 80% rise in fire incidents compared to the past decade. The intensity of these fires...
India’s dedicated venture capital fund for the space sector has moved into an operational phase, with investments in selected startups expected to begin from the first quarter of...
A unique election campaign is underway in Puthuppally, Kerala, ahead of the 2026 Assembly polls. Unlike traditional campaigns marked by plastic banners and loudspeakers, the United Democratic Front...
Recent data reveals that five countries—Nigeria, Ethiopia, Pakistan and Cameroon—account for 36% of maternal deaths worldwide. The Lancet’s 2026 analysis shows that maternal mortality remains heavily concentrated in...
The 2026 Middle East crisis escalated sharply after the U.S.-Israel Operation Epic Fury led to the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. This conflict, which began...
The Subordinate Legislation Management System (SLMS) Portal is now operational to track the key stages of subordinate legislation in India. It has been developed to help stakeholders monitor...
India has recently enacted the SHANTI Act 2025, a landmark legislation modernising its nuclear energy sector. This follows India’s announcement of the Nuclear Energy Mission in 2025 and...
Recent discussions show the enduring strategic significance of the Strait of Hormuz. This narrow waterway remains a vital chokepoint for global oil supplies and international trade. The region’s...
