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Year-end Review: A Milestone Year for India's Environmental Initiatives in 2025

Official Press

31 Dec 2025

In 2025, India's Ministry of Environment achieved significant milestones in forest conservation, wildlife protection, and climate change leadership. Key initiatives include the planting of 262.4 crore saplings under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign, expanding Project Cheetah, reducing air pollution in 103 cities, and launching major conservation and management projects. India also played an influential role in international environmental protection discussions.

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Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts Wins PHDCCI National Young Chef Competition

Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts and Nutritional Sciences in Pune triumphed in the PHDCCI National Young Chef Competition 2025–26 held at IHM Pusa, New Delhi. The event celebrated India's diverse culinary heritage with young chefs showcasing innovative yet traditional dishes. Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Minister of Tourism

86th All India Presiding Officers’ Conference Begins in Lucknow

The 86th All India Presiding Officers’ Conference (AIPOC) was inaugurated in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, with 28 State Legislative Assemblies, 3 Union Territories, and 6 Legislative Councils participating. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasized above-party politics conduct by Presiding Officers and urged for more dedicated legislative time for meaningful discussions. The

India Introduces Responsible Nations Index to Advance Ethical Governance

On January 19, 2026, India unveiled the Responsible Nations Index (RNI) at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi. Developed in collaboration with the World Intellectual Foundation, the Index aims to measure countries based on ethical governance, social well-being, environmental stewardship, and global responsibility. This initiative seeks to reframe

Appointment of Ms. Muanpuii Saiawi as India's High Commissioner to New Zealand

Ms. Muanpuii Saiawi, a 2005 batch Indian Foreign Service officer currently serving as Joint Secretary, is appointed as the new High Commissioner of India to New Zealand. Source: Original Link

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Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts Wins PHDCCI National Young Chef Competition

86th All India Presiding Officers’ Conference Begins in Lucknow

India Introduces Responsible Nations Index to Advance Ethical Governance

Appointment of Ms. Muanpuii Saiawi as India's High Commissioner to New Zealand