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The US Senate has passed the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. Notably, the bill passed by a large margin of 86 votes to 11. Moreover, it allows tariffs of up to 100 per cent on major buyers of Russian oil and gas. Clearly, India could face serious trade pressure if the bill becomes […]
Read MoreThe Union Cabinet has approved GOBARdhan, the National Circular Bioenergy Scheme. Notably, the scheme has a total outlay of ₹23,731 crore. Moreover, it will run from 2026–27 to 2035–36. Clearly, it aims to make compressed biogas (CBG) a major pillar of India’s energy mix. What Is the New GOBARdhan Scheme? GOBARdhan is now India’s national […]
Read MoreIndia’s Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme has made major progress. The government shared an update in Parliament on 5 August 2026. Notably, ISRO plans the first uncrewed experimental mission for the fourth quarter of 2026. Moreover, it targets India’s first crewed mission for 2027. Key Milestones Achieved Minister of State Dr Jitendra Singh gave the details […]
Read MoreThe Commonwealth Games 2026 have ended in Glasgow, Scotland. India finished fourth in the medal table with 39 medals. Notably, the closing ceremony also started the countdown to Ahmedabad 2030. Moreover, the 2030 Games will be the centenary edition. India’s Medal Tally at Commonwealth Games 2026 Australia topped the table once again. Meanwhile, England and […]
Read MoreIndia’s Ramsar network has grown to 101 sites with Glaw Lake. Notably, Glaw Lake is also the first Ramsar Site in Arunachal Pradesh. Moreover, it lies inside the Kamlang Tiger Reserve and Wildlife Sanctuary. Clearly, the listing boosts conservation in the Eastern Himalayas. About Glaw Lake Glaw Lake is a pristine freshwater lake in the […]
Read MoreIndia hosted the meeting of Heads of National Statistical Offices (NSOs) of BRICS countries in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Notably, the event took place under India’s BRICS Chairship for 2026. Moreover, more than 350 participants attended. Under the BRICS Statistics track, India adopted the theme “Quality Statistics as Driver of Change”. Who Took Part The meeting […]
Read MoreThe government has strengthened the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan in Jammu and Kashmir. Notably, over 1.20 crore people in the Union Territory have been reached through awareness drives. Moreover, 8,565 volunteers called Nasha Mukti Mitras have joined the campaign. Clearly, the drive aims to protect youth from drug abuse. About Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan The […]
Read MoreThe Union Cabinet has approved a revamped Khelo India Scheme. Notably, it comes with enhanced Assistance to National Sports Federations. Together, the two have a combined outlay of ₹36,441 crore. Moreover, the plan covers the period from 2026–27 to 2030–31. Aim of the Revamped Khelo India Scheme The scheme seeks a clear pathway from grassroots […]
Read MoreIndia’s tourism sector is growing in both scale and momentum. Notably, domestic tourist visits reached 2.9 billion in 2024. This figure is higher than pre-pandemic levels. Moreover, tourism now contributes 5.22 per cent of India’s GDP. Key Numbers on India’s Tourism Sector What Drives Tourism in India India’s tourism story is not just about numbers. […]
Read MoreThe Union Cabinet has approved Samudra Manthan, the National Offshore Exploration Scheme. Notably, the scheme has an outlay of ₹84,084 crore. Moreover, it will run through FY 2030–31. Clearly, it is India’s most ambitious offshore exploration mission so far. What Is the Samudra Manthan Scheme? The scheme aims to find more oil and gas in […]
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