The United States has notified Congress of a proposed $686 million sale of advanced technology and sustainment support for Pakistan’s F-16 fighter jets, a Defence Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) letter shows. The package covering Link-16 tactical data links, cryptographic systems, avionics upgrades, training and logistics aims to modernise Pakistan’s Block-52…
Month: December 2025
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Indian Markets Rally After Fed Rate Cut Despite Rupee Weakness
Mumbai Indian equity benchmarks snapped a three-session losing streak on Thursday as the US Federal Reserve’s 25-basis-point interest rate cut bolstered global liquidity and market sentiment. The S&P BSE Sensex climbed 0.51% to 84,818.13 points, while the NSE Nifty 50 rose 0.55% to 25,898.55, led by broad gains across sectors….
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India–EU Ideathon Winners Tackle Marine Plastic
The India–European Union Ideathon on “Combating Marine Plastic Pollution” concluded in Bhubaneswar with three winning teams chosen for their practical, scalable ideas to track, remove and prevent plastic litter in marine and coastal ecosystems. The two-day finale, organised under the India–EU Trade & Technology Council (TTC) Working Group 2 and…
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Labour reforms strengthen rights of audio-visual workers
The Government’s consolidation of labour laws into four unified Labour Codes brings sweeping protections to India’s audio-visual workforce expanding legal recognition, guaranteeing minimum wages and making producers liable for unpaid dues. The reforms redraw the labour landscape for film, television, digital media, dubbing artists, journalists in electronic media and stunt…
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Profits Surge, NPAs Decline: India’s Banks Strong
India’s banking sector is emerging from a decade of challenges with renewed strength, stability, and global confidence. Supported by reforms, digital transformation, and disciplined balance sheet management, the sector is delivering its strongest performance in years with record-low non-performing assets (NPAs), robust profitability, and sustained credit expansion. According to data…
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600 SC Scholars Gain Overseas Scholarships in 5 Years
The Union Government has revealed that a total of 600 Scheduled Caste (SC) students have received support under the National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) scheme during the past five years, marking a significant push toward expanding global academic opportunities for marginalized communities. Out of the 600 beneficiaries, 133 are women, reflecting…
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Multi-Pronged Push for Girl Child Empowerment in India
New Delhi, Dec 11, 2025: The Government says it has adopted a multi-pronged strategy to advance the educational, social and economic empowerment of girl children linking safety, health, education and skill initiatives under flagship programmes such as Mission Shakti and nationwide welfare schemes. Mission Shakti: An umbrella for safety and…
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President Murmu to Visit Manipur on December 11–12
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, will embark on a two-day official visit to Manipur on December 11 and 12, 2025. The visit comes at a crucial time for the northeastern state, which has been focusing on strengthening infrastructure, celebrating cultural heritage, and promoting peace-building initiatives. the President will…
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President Murmu Leads Human Rights Day Celebration
President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, addressed the National Human Rights Commission’s Human Rights Day celebration in New Delhi on December 10, 2025. Speaking before dignitaries, legal experts, civil society members, and representatives from across the country, she underscored that universal human rights are inalienable and form the foundation of…
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Vice-President Hails UNESCO Inscription of Deepavali
Vice-President of India Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan welcomed UNESCO’s decision to inscribe Deepavali (Diwali) on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, calling the move “a profound moment of pride for every Indian.” The Vice-President made the remarks in a social media post shared on December 10,…