India’s Parliament recently approved the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2025, on August 19, 2025. This groundbreaking bill aims to revolutionize the mineral sector by liberalizing mining, boosting domestic critical mineral output, and modernizing the MMDR Act with enhanced exploration practices and comprehensive reforms. Key Amendments and Provisions Broader Objectives and Impact … Read more
India’s Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) are projected to expand from $73 billion in FY2025 to $258 billion by 2030, driven by institutional investments, infrastructure focus, and policy enhancements. Overview of India’s Growing InvIT Market What Are InvITs and Their Significance Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) are investment tools that attract long-term capital for projects like highways, … Read more
The Lok Sabha has passed the Indian Institutes of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025, to set up IIM Guwahati in Assam with a ₹550 crore grant, enhancing higher education in Northeast India. Overview The Lok Sabha recently approved the establishment of IIM Guwahati in Assam, a significant step towards providing quality management education in the North-Eastern … Read more
The Stand-Up India Scheme has made significant strides by allocating ₹62,791 crore to support 2,75,291 SC/ST and women entrepreneurs since its inception in April 2016. This initiative aims to foster greenfield enterprises and promote inclusive growth. About the Stand-Up India Scheme The Stand-Up India Scheme, launched in April 2016, targets Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes … Read more
The Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan, launched by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs on August 19, 2025, is the world’s largest tribal leadership programme. This initiative aims to empower India’s tribal communities through grassroots leadership and responsive governance, setting the stage for inclusive development aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. Core Vision and Philosophy … Read more
In a significant move to modernize India’s food supply system, the Government of India has introduced the “Anna-Chakra” Supply Chain Optimisation Tool in 30 States/UTs. This initiative aims to improve the Public Distribution System (PDS) by leveraging technology-driven logistics, resulting in an annual saving of ₹250 crore and reduced environmental impact. What Is the “Anna-Chakra” … Read more
In a significant move towards self-reliance in defense, India has given the green light to a ₹62,000 crore contract for the acquisition of 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mark 1A jets for the Indian Air Force (IAF). This decision, made in a high-level meeting on August 19, 2025, marks a milestone in enhancing India’s … Read more
In a significant move to strengthen India’s healthcare quality framework, the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) has introduced a digital Medical Application Portal for laboratories applying under ISO 15189:2022 standards. This initiative, unveiled during the virtual event “GOING LIVE” on August 19, 2025, aims to enhance transparency, efficiency, and ease in … Read more
Recent studies show that mariners traversing the Bering Strait are following the 2018 shipping guidelines meticulously. These guidelines, a product of a joint U.S.-Russia effort within the International Maritime Organization (IMO), aim to ensure safe and environmentally friendly passage through this crucial Arctic region, despite escalating geopolitical tensions. Geographical Significance of the Bering Strait 2018 … Read more
Gugga Naumi is a lively folk religious festival celebrated in northern India to honor Gugga Pir, a revered folk deity known for protecting against snakebites. This annual festival held in the Bhadrapad month signifies the syncretic traditions of India, where people from diverse backgrounds come together to participate in shared cultural practices. Timing and Observance … Read more
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