The National Anubhav Awards 2025 commemorate 10 years of the Anubhav Portal, recognizing retired employees’ memoirs and contributions to India’s administrative history. Overview The Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) announced the celebrations for the 10th anniversary of the National Anubhav Awards on 11 August 2025. The awards highlight the unique initiative to document … Read more
Uttar Pradesh recently achieved a significant milestone in its railway services with the inauguration of its first privately managed railway station – Gomti Nagar Railway Station in Lucknow. This development aims to enhance passenger experience and facilities at the station. Railway Network in Uttar Pradesh Uttar Pradesh boasts an extensive railway network with over 550 … Read more
The Prime Minister Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) scheme has been extended by the Government of India until March 2028. However, subsidies for electric two- and three-wheelers will end by March 2026, indicating a shift in policy towards market maturity. Scheme Overview Financial Allocation Targets by 2028 Subsidy Structure and Adjustments … Read more
BEML, under the Ministry of Defence, has won its inaugural overseas rail-metro project worth USD 1 million in Malaysia. The contract involves retrofitting and reconditioning the Mass Rapid Transport System. Contract Details BEML announced on 9 August 2025 that it will enhance Malaysia’s MRT network’s operational efficiency and longevity through retrofitting and reconditioning services. BEML’s … Read more
Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang inaugurates ‘Nari Adalat‘, a women-led community forum for informal, accessible justice on the first Amma Samman Diwas. The initiative aims to empower women in local justice. Purpose and Vision How ‘Nari Adalat’ Works Significance for Women Empowerment Broader Impact Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams:
Maharashtra takes a pioneering step in inclusive education with the introduction of ‘Disha Abhiyan’, a programme to provide uniform and quality education for students with intellectual disabilities. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the implementation across 453 special schools in the state. First-of-its-Kind Programme in India Curriculum Development and Expertise Aligned with Vision 2047 Impact and … Read more
In a significant achievement, the World Health Organization (WHO) has officially certified Kenya as free of human African trypanosomiasis (HAT), commonly known as sleeping sickness, as a public health challenge. Kenya becomes the 10th country to eliminate this disease, marking a crucial victory in combating neglected tropical diseases. Landmark Health Achievement The WHO Director-General Dr. … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Nagpur–Pune Vande Bharat Express, setting a new record for the longest-route Vande Bharat train in India. The launch ceremony took place via video conferencing with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in attendance at Nagpur Central Railway Station on August 11th, 2025. Addressing a Long-Standing … Read more
In a significant move, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin unveiled the State Education Policy (SEP) at the Anna Centenary Library Auditorium in Kotturpuram, as a unique alternative to the National Education Policy (NEP). The state-specific policy reinforces Tamil Nadu’s commitment to its two-language system while introducing student-centric reforms. Key Features of the Tamil Nadu … Read more
The Revised Income Tax Bill, 2025 introduces key reforms to simplify tax compliance and enhance transparency. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has withdrawn the old draft and introduced a revised version in Parliament, aiming to modernize India’s tax framework. Why Was the Earlier Bill Withdrawn? Structure and Key Features of the New Bill Major Select … Read more
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