sports culture
At the PLAYCOM Business of Sports Summit 2025, Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya emphasized the need to embed a sporting culture in every household in India. He called for sports to become a people's movement, highlighting the importance of nurturing talent and creating opportunities for young athletes.
Coast Guard
India participated in the 4th Coast Guard Global Summit in Rome, reaffirming its commitment to global maritime governance. The Indian Coast Guard showcased its expertise and announced plans to host the next summit in 2027. The event, attended by delegates from 115 countries, focused on maritime safety, environmental protection, and
gold nanoparticles
Researchers at S N Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences have discovered how gold nanoparticles behave differently when exposed to molecules like Guanidine Hydrochloride and L-Tryptophan. This understanding of 'frustrated aggregation' can lead to improved biosensors, diagnostic tools, and drug delivery systems. The study utilized Evanescent Wave Cavity
inflation
The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation reported a year-on-year inflation rate of 2.07% for August 2025, which is within the target set by the Reserve Bank of India. Food inflation remains negative for the third consecutive month, with a rate of -0.69%. The report highlights increases in
IBM
Union Minister of Coal & Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, inaugurated the new Regional Office of the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) in Ranchi on September 12, 2025. As part of the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative, he planted a sapling to promote sustainability. The new office
Pension Awareness
The Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) is set to conduct two awareness programs in Ahmedabad on September 13, 2025. These include a Bankers’ Awareness Workshop for Punjab National Bank officers and a Pensioners’ Awareness Program for local pensioners. The initiative aims to enhance the 'Ease of Living&
Indian Navy
The Indian Navy's national-level quiz competition, THINQ 2025, has garnered significant interest with 35,470 teams registering from across India. Aimed at students in Classes 10 to 12, the quiz challenges participants intellectually while providing insights into the Navy's life and values. Elimination rounds are ongoing,
India
A high-level Indian delegation led by Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi visited Iceland to enhance cooperation in fisheries and aquaculture. The discussions focused on zero-waste interventions, technology transfer, and investment opportunities to strengthen India's blue economy. Key areas for future collaboration include establishing fisheries clusters, deep-sea fishing technologies, and promoting
APEDA
Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated APEDA's first office in Patna, aiming to enhance Bihar's agricultural export capabilities. The office will provide direct support to farmers and exporters, facilitating access to global markets. A notable highlight was the flagging off of a 7 metric ton consignment of
Ayush
Union Minister of State for Ayush, Shri Prataprao Jadhav, visited Mount Abu to inaugurate the 51st National Conference on Mind-Body Medicine organized by the Brahma Kumaris. He emphasized the importance of holistic wellness and self-care, aligning with Prime Minister Modi's vision of integrating modern healthcare with India'
Prime Minister Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Mizoram, Manipur, Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar from September 13 to 15, 2025. During this visit, he will inaugurate and lay the foundation for development projects worth over Rs. 71,850 crore, including significant infrastructure projects, the launch of the National Makhana
Opium Cultivation
The Union Government has announced the annual licensing policy for opium poppy cultivation for the crop year 2025-26, allowing approximately 1.21 lakh farmers in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh to receive licenses. This marks a 23.5% increase in eligible farmers, with 15,000 new licenses issued. The