Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission

The Centre has recently notified the draft rules for the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G). The new legislation is set to come into effect from July 1, officially replacing the 20-year-old Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). Key Features of the Draft Rules Shift in Allocation Strategy Introduction […]

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Agri-tech for agriculture

Agri-Tech to Revolutionize Agriculture in India

Recently, experts from the Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR) highlighted the transformative impact of technological advancements in the field of Agri-Tech on India’s agricultural sector. The discussion underscored how farming has transitioned from a traditional practice to a multi-disciplinary, technology-driven industry. Key Highlights of the Agri-Tech Revolution Current Status of Farm Mechanization Emerging Technological

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WHA Recognizes Stroke as a Public Health Priority

The World Health Assembly (WHA) recently passed the first-ever global resolution on strokes, establishing the condition as a critical public health priority. Submitted by Egypt and adopted by the assembly, the resolution creates a historic political mandate to combat one of the leading causes of global mortality and disability. About the WHA Resolution on Strokes

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Power Consumption and Generation

Peak Electricity Demand and Associated Challenges in India

The Ministry of Power recently reported that India’s peak electricity demand reached an all-time high of nearly 271 GW amid intense heatwaves. While the government highlighted this as a testament to the strength and preparedness of India’s electricity system, reports of extensive localized power cuts and load shedding continue to emerge across various states. Key

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SRS 2024 BULLETIN

DEMOGRAPHIC TRANSITION IN INDIA: SRS 2024 BULLETIN

The recent release of the Sample Registration System (SRS) 2024 bulletin highlights significant shifts in India’s vital statistics over the last decade (2014–2024), indicating that the country is undergoing a distinct demographic transition. Key Highlights of the SRS 2024 Bulletin The data reveals a steady decline in fertility and infant mortality, alongside a marginal drop

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Smart Borders security

SMART BORDER PROJECT AND DEMOGRAPHY MISSION

The Union Home Ministry has recently outlined a major technological and operational push to secure India’s international boundaries. Addressing the Border Security Force (BSF) Investiture Ceremony and the annual Rustamji Memorial Lecture, the Union Home Minister announced the Smart Border Project and a high-powered Demography Mission aimed at sealing the frontiers with Pakistan and Bangladesh

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INDIA-CYPRUS TIES

INDIA-CYPRUS TIES ELEVATED TO “STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP”

During the recent visit of Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides to New Delhi, India and Cyprus elevated their bilateral ties to a “Strategic Partnership”. The discussions laid out an ambitious roadmap, prominently featuring defence cooperation, maritime security, the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC), and leveraging Cyprus as an “investment gateway” to the European Union (EU). Key

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Solar Roof Top installed In India

Rooftop Solar Expansion and PM Surya Ghar Yojana

India’s rooftop solar capacity witnessed a massive surge, reaching 20.8 GW in 2025 after adding a record 7.1 GW of new installations (a 123% year-on-year increase). Recently, in May 2026, the Utility-Led Aggregation model gained major traction with approvals for over 1.3 million systems across various states. Key Trends in Rooftop Solar Adoption Understanding Rooftop

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NCB Siege Drug

Operation Ragepill & Captagon Trafficking

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) announced Operation Ragepill, dismantling an international drug syndicate. The operation resulted in India’s first-ever seizure of Captagon—approximately 227.7 kg of tablets and powder with an estimated illicit market value of ₹182 crore. Key Seizures and Modus Operandi The syndicate used sophisticated concealment methods to exploit global trade routes: What is

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