NAVYA
The Ministry of Women and Child Development launched 'NAVYA', a skilling initiative aimed at empowering adolescent girls aged 16 to 18 years through vocational training in non-traditional job roles. The program, part of the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision, will provide training in various skills such as graphic design,
Vice President
The Vice-President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, will visit Nainital, Uttarakhand from June 25 to 27, 2025. During his visit, he will preside over the Golden Jubilee Celebrations of Kumaun University on June 25 and serve as Chief Guest at the 156th Founders’ Celebration of Sherwood College on June 27.
Moong
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has approved the procurement of Moong and Urad in Madhya Pradesh and Urad in Uttar Pradesh under the Price Support Scheme (PSS). During a virtual meeting with agriculture ministers from both states, he emphasized the importance of a transparent procurement process to benefit farmers
Raksha Khadse
During her visit to the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Sports Training Center in Agartala, Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, emphasized the importance of Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) to nurture talent from grassroots to elite levels. She reviewed training facilities, interacted with athletes, and
Armed Forces
In a significant move towards modernizing the Armed Forces, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has empowered the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary of the Department of Military Affairs (DMA) to issue Joint Instructions and Orders for all three Services. This initiative aims to streamline procedures, enhance cross-Service cooperation,
Sustainable Startups
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasizes the need for collaboration between higher education institutions and scientific organizations to foster sustainable startups. He highlights the importance of integrating academia, industry, and government to accelerate innovation and meet development goals. Dr. Singh also discusses the rise of women-led initiatives, the democratization of
DGCA
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has initiated a comprehensive surveillance operation at major airports, including Delhi and Mumbai, to enhance safety measures in the aviation sector. The surveillance revealed multiple repeated defects on aircraft, indicating ineffective monitoring and inadequate rectification actions. Key findings included unserviceable ground handling equipment,
Export-led growth
Union Minister of Finance Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized significant policy measures to promote export-led growth during the Exim Bank’s Trade Conclave 2025. The event showcased the Trade Assistance Programme (TAP), which aids Indian exporters in accessing high-risk markets. Key initiatives include support for MSMEs, investments in logistics, and negotiations
EPFO
The EPFO has raised the auto-settlement limit for advance claims from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakhs, enabling faster access to funds for members. This enhancement aims to provide timely financial support, especially during urgent situations. The auto-settlement process, which began during the COVID-19 pandemic, has seen significant growth, with 2.
Samvidhan Hatya Diwas
On June 25, 2025, the Union Ministry of Culture and the Government of Delhi will commemorate Samvidhan Hatya Diwas at Thyagaraj Stadium, marking 50 years since the Emergency in India. The event will feature exhibitions, a theatrical play, a short film screening, and the flag-off of the #LongLiveDemocracy Yatra by
Competition Commission of India
The Competition Commission of India has approved the acquisition of less than 10% of the equity share capital of Haldiram Snacks Food Private Limited by Alpha Wave Ventures II LP and Alpha Wave IHC CI, LP. The target company is involved in the manufacture and sale of various packaged food
Bain Capital
The Competition Commission of India has approved Bain Capital's acquisition of Manappuram Finance Limited and Manappuram Asset Finance Limited. The deal involves significant investments through equity shares and warrants, along with a mandatory open offer to acquire a substantial portion of shares from public shareholders. Manappuram Finance is