Piprahwa Relics
The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has announced the historic return of the sacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha, made possible through a partnership with Godrej Industries. Discovered in 1898, these relics are of immense spiritual significance and were saved from an auction in Hong Kong. The repatriation reflects
Piprahwa Relics
The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, announces the historic repatriation of the sacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha, made possible through a partnership with Godrej Industries. Discovered in 1898, these relics are of immense spiritual significance and were saved from an auction in Hong Kong. The initiative reflects India&
Consumer Protection
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution in India has enacted the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, establishing the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) to safeguard consumer rights. Recent actions include the removal of 13,118 car seat belt alarm stopper listings, halting unfair practices in e-commerce, and mandating
India
During the 13th India-UAE Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting in New Delhi, both nations reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing bilateral defence cooperation. Key discussions included military training, maritime security, and joint manufacturing initiatives. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed to improve cooperation in search and rescue operations and anti-piracy efforts.
Lumpy Skin Disease
As of July 2025, Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) has been reported in ten Indian states, with active cases primarily in Maharashtra. The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying has implemented vaccination programs and provided financial assistance to states for disease control. A total of Rs. 196.61 crore has
RDI Scheme
The Union Cabinet of India has approved the Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) Scheme, aimed at incentivizing private sector participation in R&D with a total outlay of ₹1 lakh crore over six years. The scheme focuses on strategic technology sectors including energy security, climate action, and deep technologies
Nepal
A 16-member delegation from Nepal, led by MP Sanjay Kumar Gautam, met with Indian agriculture officials in New Delhi to discuss India's advancements in agriculture. Key topics included soil health, fertilizer use, precision farming, and farmer welfare initiatives. Indian officials emphasized the importance of nutritional security and pledged
MICE
The Ministry of Tourism in India is intensifying its focus on the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector, aiming to position the country as a global leader in this industry. At the South India Thought Leaders Conference, officials emphasized the need for city-level convention bureaus and a strong national
steel production
The Ministry of Steel has released data on crude steel production capacity and actual production over the last five years, showing a steady increase in both metrics. In 2024-25, the total crude steel capacity is projected to reach 200.33 million tonnes, with MSMEs contributing 47% of this capacity. The
Consumer Protection
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution in India is actively working on consumer protection and empowerment through the enactment of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. This new legislation replaces the 1986 Act and introduces significant features such as the establishment of a Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA)
DRDO
The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted two consecutive flight-tests of the Pralay missile on July 28 and 29, 2025, off the coast of Odisha. The tests aimed to validate the missile's range capabilities, achieving precise trajectories and target accuracy. Developed indigenously, the Pralay missile features
digital payments
The Indian digital payment landscape has seen over 65,000 crore transactions amounting to more than Rs. 12,000 lakh crore in the last six financial years. The government, in collaboration with various stakeholders, has worked to enhance digital payment adoption, especially in underserved areas. Initiatives like the Payments Infrastructure