Disaster Risk Reduction
At the Ministerial Roundtable on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Financing in Geneva, India's Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, Dr. P. K. Mishra, emphasized the need for a robust and nationally driven DRR financing system. He called for the establishment of a global facility to provide catalytic funding
Ayush Nivesh Saarthi
The Government of India launched the Ayush Nivesh Saarthi portal on May 29, 2025, aiming to position India as a global leader in traditional medicine and wellness. This investor-centric digital platform, developed by the Ministry of Ayush and Invest India, consolidates policy frameworks, investment-ready projects, and real-time facilitation to attract
NHRC
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has taken notice of the death of a 35-year-old auto-rickshaw driver, allegedly due to police torture in Hyderabad. The NHRC has requested a detailed report from the Director General of Police, Telangana, within two weeks, highlighting serious human rights violations if the
Bilateral Investment Treaty
The Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) between India and Kyrgyzstan, signed on June 14, 2019, officially comes into effect on June 5, 2025. The treaty aims to enhance bilateral economic relations and protect investors' interests, replacing an earlier agreement from 2000. Key features include a focus on sustainable development, a
India
During the 8th Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction in Geneva, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, Dr. P K Mishra, reaffirmed India's commitment to global disaster resilience efforts. He engaged in discussions with Norway's Deputy Minister for International Development, emphasizing the need for international cooperation
India
India has been elected to hold the Presidency of the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) for the term 2025-2028, winning 87 votes against Austria's 54 in the elections held on June 3, 2025. This marks a historic moment as it is the first time India has secured
renewable energy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article detailing 11 transformative reforms in the renewable energy sector over the past 11 years, as highlighted by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi. The article emphasizes significant advancements and changes made in the sector, showcasing India's commitment to renewable energy. Source: Original Link
India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article by Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, highlighting the structural transformation of India's energy sector over the past 11 years, emphasizing affordable and clean energy through reforms and green initiatives. Source: Original Link
Polar Research Vessel
India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Norway’s Kongsberg to build its first-ever Polar Research Vessel (PRV) through Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE). Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal emphasized the significance of this collaboration for scientific advancement and sustainable development, aiming to enhance India's
Aviation
In his address at the World Air Transport Summit, the Prime Minister emphasized India's transformation into a global aviation leader, highlighting the growth of the civil aviation sector, the success of the UDAN scheme, and the commitment to sustainable practices. He outlined the three pillars of India'
India
On June 2, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu welcomed President Santiago Peña Palacios of Paraguay at Rashtrapati Bhavan, marking his first state visit to India. The leaders discussed strengthening bilateral relations based on shared values of democracy and human rights, and emphasized the potential for expanding trade and cooperation in technology
Summer Crops
As of May 30, 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare reported significant increases in the area sown for summer crops compared to the previous year. Total area coverage reached 83.93 lakh hectares, up from 74.72 lakh hectares in 2024, marking an increase of 9.21 lakh