In a significant move to enhance fire safety education across the UK, the Fire Protection Association (FPA) has introduced a new accredited Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety Training. Developed in response to growing industry demand, this qualification aims to elevate the standards of workplace safety and support organisations in…
Month: May 2025
Nationwide Mock Drills on May 7 Amid Heightened India-Pakistan Tensions
As tensions between India and Pakistan continue to rise following the devastating terror attack in Pahalgam, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced a series of nationwide mock drills scheduled for May 7. These drills are aimed at strengthening civil defence preparedness across 244 classified districts, in what officials…
India Mourns and Mobilizes After Tragic Pahalgam Terror Attack
The nation continues to grapple with shock and sorrow following the devastating terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22 that claimed the lives of 26 people, most of them innocent tourists. As the country mourns, authorities have intensified security measures, reshuffled key officials, and launched a high-level…
Tensions Rise Between India and Pakistan Amid Continued Cross-Border Firing and Global Concerns
Tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a worrying high, as cross-border firing along the Line of Control (LoC) entered its twelfth consecutive night. In response to the deteriorating security situation, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi just a day before a planned…
Nationwide Push to Promote Medicinal Plant Cultivation: Government and Stakeholders Join Hands for Sustainable Growth
In a significant move to boost the cultivation and use of medicinal plants across India, a comprehensive stakeholder consultation was held on Monday at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi. The meeting was co-chaired by the Secretaries of the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW) and the Ministry of AYUSH. It…
Vice President Inspires Forestry Students at Sirsi with a Heartfelt Call for Environmental Stewardship
In a deeply moving and energizing address at the College of Forestry in Sirsi, the Vice President of India spoke directly to the hearts of students and faculty, praising their passion and commitment while emphasizing the sacred responsibility of protecting nature. His speech resonated with empathy, pride, and a sense…
India Hosts Landmark BIMSTEC Workshop to Shape Ethical AI Standards for Telecom and ICT
New Delhi, 05 May 2025: In a significant step toward shaping a responsible and inclusive digital future, a four-day workshop titled “AI Standards for Increasing the Efficiency of Telecommunications & ICTs: Shaping the Future Responsibly” was inaugurated today at the National Communications Academy–Finance (NCA-F) in New Delhi. The event, co-hosted…
Greenfield Airports Approved for Kota and Puri, Ushering Hope and Connectivity for Underserved Regions
In a move that brings long-awaited relief and excitement to the people of Kota in Rajasthan and Puri in Odisha, Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu has given in-principle approval for the establishment of Greenfield airports in both cities. This decision, made on May 5, 2025, is a significant…
Buddha Dhamma Exhibition Opens in Vietnam, Celebrating Shared Spiritual Heritage and Cultural Harmony
A vibrant and soul-stirring exhibition on Buddha Dhamma was inaugurated at the HanhTâm Monastery in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, marking the United Nations Day of Vesak 2025. Hosted at the Vietnam Buddhist Academy, the event brought together spiritual leaders, scholars, and visitors from across Asia in a heartfelt celebration…
Donald Trump announces a 100% tariff on all foreign-produced movies
Trump Announces 100% Tariff on Foreign Films, Citing National Security Concerns On Sunday, May 4, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff on all movies produced outside the United States, arguing that the domestic film industry is in steep decline due to foreign incentives aimed at attracting American…
