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29 Apr 2026

7 articles
Economy

Ramesh Babu Reappointed MD and CEO of Karur Vysya Bank for Third Term

Ramesh Babu has been reappointed MD and CEO of Karur Vysya Bank for a third consecutive term, with RBI approval under the Banking Regulation Act, …

BANKING SSC STATE_PCS
Defence & Security

India Hosts Inaugural Multilateral Military Exercise Pragati in Meghalaya

The Indian Army hosted the first edition of multilateral military exercise Pragati at Umroi, Meghalaya, with 11 friendly nations, focusing on interoperability and regional security …

DEFENCE UPSC SSC
Economy

India Ranked Sixth Globally in Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individual Population

India ranked sixth globally in the population of ultra-high-net-worth individuals in 2026, with wealth concentrated in cities like Mumbai and Delhi, driven by rapid economic …

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Defence & Security

India Ranked Fifth in Global Military Spending with $92.1 Billion

India ranked fifth globally in military spending with defence expenditure of about $92.1 billion, reflecting its push to modernise the armed forces and diversify arms …

UPSC SSC DEFENCE
Polity & Governance

Prime Minister Inaugurates ₹4,000 Crore Projects in Sikkim on 50 Years of Statehood

The PM inaugurated around ₹4,000 crore worth of projects in Sikkim during its 50 years of statehood, covering the Sevok–Rangpo rail line, healthcare, education and …

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Social Issues

Asia's First UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion and Skill Development Launched in Pune

Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary launched Asia's first UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion and Skill Development in Pune, aimed at boosting women's participation in AI, robotics …

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Economy

Government Sets Up Panel Under C S Setty to Assess AI Cyber Risks to Banks

The Centre has set up a high-level panel headed by SBI and IBA Chairman C S Setty to assess cybersecurity risks posed by the AI …

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