India
The Government of India has reported significant achievements in the elimination and control of major infectious diseases. Key milestones include a 17.7% reduction in Tuberculosis incidence, a 78.1% drop in Malaria cases, and successful Kala-azar elimination in 633 blocks. The Case Fatality Rate for Dengue remains below 1%
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his wishes for good health to Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, highlighting his contributions to the country in various roles, including as Vice President of India. Modi's message was shared on social media, emphasizing Dhankhar's service to the nation. Source: Original Link
National Space Day
Union Ministers Dr. Jitendra Singh and Gajendra Singh Shekhawat convened a meeting to plan the National Space Day celebrations on August 23, 2025. The event aims to honor India's traditional astronomy while showcasing modern space achievements, engaging students and the public in scientific exploration. The initiative will include
Skill Development
The Government of India is enhancing employability for youth, particularly women, through the Skill India Mission (SIM). Various initiatives, including the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) and Jan Sikhshan Sansthan (JSS), provide skill training across sectors. Special provisions support women's participation, with a focus on vocational training
Climate Change
The Government of India is dedicated to combating climate change, implementing various measures to meet its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) under the Paris Agreement. Key initiatives include promoting renewable energy, enhancing energy efficiency, and developing resilient urban centers. The National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) guides these efforts, with
Swachh Survekshan
The Swachh Survekshan Grameen (SSG) 2025 aims to assess sanitation across 34 States/UTs, 761 districts, and 21,000 villages in India. The evaluation will be based on a total of 1000 marks distributed among service level progress, direct observation of sanitation, functionality of plants, and citizen feedback. The initiative
Jal Jeevan Mission
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has appointed Central Nodal Officers (CNOs) to inspect Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) schemes across various districts in India. This initiative follows requests from states for central support due to increased costs of raw materials caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine crisis. Amendments to
India
India's leadership in developing a group standard for whole millet grains was acknowledged at the 88th Codex Executive Committee meeting in Rome. The committee reviewed India's progress on new standards for fresh dates and endorsed them for further approval. India also participated in discussions on the
India
Prime Minister Modi met with a delegation from South Korea, led by Special Envoy Kim Boo Kyum, emphasizing the importance of the strategic partnership between India and South Korea. The meeting highlighted opportunities for deeper cooperation in sectors like technology, defense, and green energy. Modi reiterated an invitation for President
India
A delegation of Special Envoys from the Republic of Korea, led by Mr. Kim Boo Kyum, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. The meeting reaffirmed India's commitment to the India-ROK Special Strategic Partnership, which marks its 10th anniversary, highlighting growth in sectors such as innovation,
Bilateral Meeting
On July 16, 2025, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) of India held a bilateral meeting with a delegation from Indonesia, led by Vice Minister Dr. Sonny Harry B. Harmadi. The meeting focused on collaboration in official statistics, including GDP methodology, AI implementation, and modernization of statistical systems.
Akash Prime
On July 16, 2025, India successfully tested the Akash Prime missile system, destroying two unmanned aerial targets at high altitude in Ladakh. This upgraded variant of the Akash Weapon System is designed for operations above 4,500 meters and features a new Radio Frequency seeker. The trial, conducted by the