Census 2027 Notification Issued: India Gears Up for Digital, Two-Phase Enumeration
The Government of India has officially issued a notification to conduct the Census of India 2027, marking the country’s 16th national Census and the eighth since independence. The notification, released by the Ministry of Home Affairs on June 16, 2025, outlines timelines, processes, and coverage for the massive national data collection effort. Reference Dates Finalized […]
PM Modi Arrives in Canada for G7 Summit Amid Renewed India-Canada Diplomacy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed at Calgary International Airport early Tuesday to attend the G7 Summit being held in Kananaskis, Alberta. The two-day summit, hosted by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, marks Modi’s sixth consecutive participation in the G7 and his first visit to Canada since 2015. Significance of the Visit This high-stakes trip comes […]
EVs Power Urban Cleanliness: Indian Cities Go Green with Electric Garbage Collection
In a major push for sustainable urban living, cities across India are integrating electric vehicles (EVs) into household waste collection systems under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U). This transition from diesel-powered garbage trucks to zero-emission electric vehicles marks a significant step towards cleaner air, reduced noise pollution, and more efficient waste management. 🚛 Guntur Leads […]
Pune’s Hinjewadi: Once an IT Hub, Now Drowning in a New Identity as a ‘Water Park’
What was once celebrated globally as Pune’s IT nerve centre, Hinjewadi, is now making headlines for a very different reason like recurring waterlogging and urban flooding. Thanks to broken infrastructure and administrative apathy, Hinjewadi has earned the unfortunate nickname of a “Water Park,” raising serious concerns among the lakhs of employees and citizens who commute […]
Bridge Collapse at Kundmala: Monsoon Joy Turns Tragic in Pune
Old, unsafe iron bridge collapses under tourist rush; 4 dead, 6 injured, 38 rescued Kundmala, a monsoon hotspot in Pune’s Maval region, turned into a disaster on Sunday. An old iron pedestrian bridge over the Indrayani River collapsed, killing four people, including a five-year-old child. Six individuals are critically injured, while 38 have been rescued. […]
Middle East Tensions Escalate: Iran and Israel Exchange Deadly Strikes Amid Nuclear Crisis
Summary – Israel attacked Iran first, hitting nuclear sites and military targets in Tehran to stop what it claims is Iran’s secret nuclear weapons program. Iran hit back – firing missiles at Israeli cities like Tel Aviv and Rishon Lezion. Two people in Israel died, and 20+ were injured. In Iran, the Israeli strikes killed […]
Yoga Connect 2025: Global Wellness Summit Begins in New Delhi
In a major lead-up to the 11th International Day of Yoga, the Ministry of Ayush launched Yoga Connect 2025 today at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The hybrid global summit brings together yoga gurus, wellness experts, researchers, and health professionals from across India and countries like the USA, UK, Bahrain, and South Korea. The theme, “Yoga […]
MyGov Hosts “Think Social” Workshop to Strengthen Digital Governance and Citizen Engagement
In a major push toward smarter digital governance, MyGov, under the Ministry of Electronics and IT, organized a one-day workshop titled “Think Social @ MyGov” on June 12, 2025, at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. The event focused on building stronger digital communication across government ministries and using platforms like YouTube, Meta, and LinkedIn […]
Centre Slashes Customs Duty on Crude Edible Oils to Cool Soaring Prices
In a major move to provide relief to households ahead of the upcoming festival season, the Central Government has slashed the Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on crude edible oils like crude sunflower, soybean, and palm oils from 20% to 10%. This change narrows the import duty gap between crude and refined edible oils from 8.75% […]
‘We Are All Devastated,’ Says PM Modi After Visiting Air India Crash Site in Ahmedabad
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday visited the site of the tragic Air India AI-171 plane crash in Ahmedabad, where 265 people lost their lives. The Prime Minister also met with the sole survivor and injured victims at the city’s Civil Hospital. “We are all devastated by the air tragedy in Ahmedabad. The loss of […]