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Defence & Security

North Tech Symposium 2026 Held in Prayagraj to Boost Indigenous Defence Technology

The North Tech Symposium (4–6 May 2026) was held in Prayagraj to promote indigenous defence technology. Organised by the Army's Northern and Central Commands with …

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Science & Tech

GalaxEye Space Launches 'Mission Drishti', Largest Satellite Built by a Private Indian Company

On 3 May 2026, Bengaluru-based GalaxEye Space launched 'Mission Drishti' aboard a Falcon 9 rocket. The 190 kg satellite is the largest built by a …

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Polity & Governance

Dr R Balasubramaniam and Dr Joram Aniya Appointed Full-Time Members of NITI Aayog

The Union Government appointed Dr R Balasubramaniam and Dr Joram Aniya as full-time members of NITI Aayog, raising its full-time membership to seven. NITI Aayog, …

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Defence & Security

India and Cambodia Hold Bilateral Military Exercise CINBAX-II 2026

India and Cambodia held the bilateral military exercise CINBAX-II 2026 from 4 to 17 May 2026 in Kampong Speu Province, Cambodia. It focused on counter-terrorism …

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Economy

Bengaluru Ranked World's Fastest-Growing Major City Through 2035 in Savills Growth Hubs Index

Bengaluru topped the Savills Growth Hubs Index as the world's fastest-growing major city through 2035, out of 245 cities. Its growth is driven by a …

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Defence & Security

Jasvinder Singh Takes Charge as Director (Strategic Project) of Hindustan Shipyard Limited

Retired Commodore Jasvinder Singh took charge as Director (Strategic Project) of Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) on 1 May 2026. He will manage critical submarine projects …

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Social Issues

Andhra Pradesh Extends Ragi Java Nutrition Programme for School Students Until 2029

Andhra Pradesh extended its Ragi Java nutrition programme until April 2029. The scheme gives over 30 lakh students in around 44,000 government schools a free …

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Economy

Hazaribag Designated India's First Pearl Farming Cluster

On 3 May 2026, Hazaribag in Jharkhand became India's first and only pearl farming cluster. Supported under the PMMSY scheme, the project promotes freshwater pearl …

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Economy

HSBC Mutual Fund Launches RedHex SIF, a New Specialised Investment Fund Brand

HSBC Mutual Fund launched RedHex SIF, a Specialised Investment Fund (SIF) brand, on 4 May 2026. SIF is a new SEBI-approved category for experienced and …

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International Relations

Canada’s Intelligence Agency Lists Khalistani Extremism as a National Security Threat

Canada’s intelligence agency CSIS has designated Khalistani extremism as a national security threat, distinguishing it from peaceful advocacy — a development significant for India amid …

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Environment

Study Warns 36% of Land Animal Habitats Could Face Extreme Climate Events by 2085

A global study published in May 2026 projects that 36% of land vertebrate habitats could be threatened by overlapping extreme climate events by 2085, with …

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Environment

Hindu Kush Himalaya Sees 27% Drop in Snow Persistence in Winter 2025–26

The Hindu Kush Himalaya region recorded a 27% decline in snow persistence in winter 2025–26 — the fourth straight year of decline — raising drought …

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Social Issues

Cardiovascular Diseases Account for 25.6% of Illnesses in India: NSO Survey 2025

According to the NSO Survey 2025, cardiovascular diseases now account for 25.6% of all reported illnesses in India, making them the leading category and affecting …

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Polity & Governance

Telangana Adopts Centralised Procurement for Government School Supplies

Telangana has mandated a centralised procurement system for educational materials in government schools, replacing the earlier decentralised system to ensure timely delivery, uniform quality and …

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Environment

MNRE Holds ‘Run for Sun’ Marathon in New Delhi to Mark International Sun Day

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) held a ‘Run for Sun’ marathon at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi to …

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Science & Tech

AIIMS Delhi Develops Improved Surgical Technique for Severe Spinal Deformities

AIIMS Delhi has developed an improved version of the posterior vertebral column resection (PVCR) technique to treat severe spinal deformities more safely, reducing neurological complications …

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Science & Tech

SACHET: Indigenous System Powering India’s Cell Broadcast Disaster Alert Network

India’s Cell Broadcast Alert System for disaster warnings is powered by SACHET, an indigenous technology developed by C-DOT that sends instant alerts to mobile phones …

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Economy

Fourth Phase of PMGSY Launched in Rayagada District of Odisha

The fourth phase of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-IV) was launched from Rayagada district in Odisha, aiming to build all-weather roads connecting remote …

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Art & Culture

International Dance Day Celebrated on 29 April

International Dance Day is celebrated on 29 April every year, marking the birth anniversary of Jean-Georges Noverre. Supported by UNESCO, it promotes dance as a …

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Economy

Sun Pharma Announces $11.75 Billion Acquisition of Organon & Co.

Sun Pharma has announced an $11.75 billion all-cash acquisition of global healthcare firm Organon & Co. – one of the largest overseas deals by an …

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