Union government's Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, aims to overhaul higher education regulatory framework, subsuming UGC and AICTE.
Delhi's air quality plummets to 'severe plus' as CAQM slams DDA for negligence in controlling dust pollution.
Supreme Court's push for stringent online content regulation raises concerns about free speech and potential overreach, impacting fundamental rights and democratic principles.
India and Ethiopia poised to strengthen ties across education, investment, and defence sectors amid evolving geopolitical landscape.
Government's claim of 90% reduction in stubble burning questioned as 'burnt area' declines only 30% due to manipulated data.
Satellite data reveals India's methane emissions from landfills are significantly underestimated, demanding urgent action and revised waste management strategies.
Tamil Nadu pioneers community-based environmental monitoring, integrating local knowledge into climate governance for resilient and democratic climate action.
NCBC recommends excluding 35 communities, majorly Muslim, from West Bengal's Central OBC list amid scrutiny and legal challenges before 2026 elections.
EU fines Elon Musk's X $140M for DSA breaches, triggering Musk's call to abolish EU amid regulatory clash.
CII proposes reforms for Union Budget 2026-27, advocating increased capital expenditure, NIP 2.0, and NRI investment fund for investment-led growth.
Indian Navy commissions second MH-60R squadron 'INAS 335' in Goa, bolstering maritime security and operational capabilities in Indian Ocean Region.
Ukraine signals shift, drops NATO bid for security guarantees from U.S. and allies amid Russia talks.
Air pollution cost India 1.36% of GDP in 2019, with Delhi experiencing the highest per-capita economic losses.
Delhi's sewage treatment plants fail to meet quality norms, posing threat to Yamuna's water quality and aquatic life.
PM Modi's three-nation tour aims to bolster trade with Oman, strengthen ties with Jordan and prepare for India-Africa summit with Ethiopia.
Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, aims to replace UGC Act, empowering regulatory council with penalties, not grant-giving or fee regulation.
India's FTA strategy shifts: Geopolitics outweighs economics as agreements become political safety nets amid global uncertainty and evolving alliances.
NYU study reveals high temperatures impede early childhood development, literacy, and numeracy skills, disproportionately affecting children facing economic hardship.
Government plans PSB reforms: Mergers of smaller banks and stake dilution to boost growth capital and global competitiveness.
India identifies 300 products to boost exports to Russia, aiming for $100 billion bilateral trade by 2030.
RBI directs banks to link MSME loans to external benchmarks, enhancing monetary policy transmission and offering switchover options for existing borrowers.
Karnataka's new Hate Speech Bill, 2025, introduces broad definitions, government takedown powers, and enhanced penalties, raising concerns about misuse and free speech.
Cabinet approves Insurance Amendment Bill 2025, paving way for 100% FDI, stronger IRDAI powers, and LIC operational freedom.
US-Saudi defense ties evolve transactionally amid Saudi's diversification towards China and Pakistan, driven by Vision 2030 and unmet security needs.
